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Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Why So Spicy</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/08/13/why-so-spicy</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:260928</guid><enclosure length="68797071" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260813-1.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:46</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>The Results</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/08/12/the-results</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee 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Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Election Day</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/08/11/election-day</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:260307</guid><enclosure length="69164072" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260811-1.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:01</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Weed</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/08/10/weed</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black 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Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Licensed and Insured</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/08/07/licensed-and-insured</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:259434</guid><enclosure length="71953285" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260807-1.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>49:58</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Black Business</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/08/06/black-business</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:259096</guid><enclosure length="70044876" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/080626-2.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Change of Mind</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/08/06/change-of-mind</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:259095</guid><enclosure length="71554826" type="audio/mpeg" 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Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Vaccinations</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/08/05/vaccinations</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:258642</guid><enclosure length="71806484" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260805-1.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>49:52</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>To Chase or Not to Chase</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/08/04/to-chase-or-not-to-chase</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:258455</guid><enclosure length="70181191" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260804-2.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:44</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Say Hello</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/08/04/say-hello</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:258454</guid><enclosure length="69751275" type="audio/mpeg" 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Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Weekend in Review</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/08/03/weekend-in-review-2</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:258116</guid><enclosure length="70894223" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260803-1.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>49:13</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>What the Business Is?</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/31/what-the-business-is-2</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:257838</guid><enclosure length="69709332" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260731-2.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:24</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>The Dropout</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/31/the-dropout</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:257837</guid><enclosure length="73903636" type="audio/mpeg" 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Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>The Polls</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/30/the-polls</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:257540</guid><enclosure length="70432849" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260730-1.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:54</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>They Don't Care</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/29/they-dont-care</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee 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Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Hellscape</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/28/hellscape</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:256983</guid><enclosure length="70590136" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260728-1.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>49:01</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>I'm Tired</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/27/im-tired</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black 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Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>NSPM -7</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/24/nspm-7</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:256318</guid><enclosure length="71764541" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260724-1.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>49:50</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Madison Shooting</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/23/madison-shooting</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee 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Studio</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/21/anitra-riley-in-studio</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:255307</guid><enclosure length="69635932" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260721-2.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>The Explosion</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/21/the-explosion</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:255306</guid><enclosure length="72131543" 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David</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/20/we-missed-you-david</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:255068</guid><enclosure length="70191677" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260720-1.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>The Poll</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/17/the-poll</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:254757</guid><enclosure length="69373788" type="audio/mpeg" 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Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Wildfires</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/16/wildfires</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:254509</guid><enclosure length="68451041" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260716-2.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Wink</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/16/wink</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:00:00 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Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Can I Get an Encore</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/15/can-i-get-an-encore</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:254179</guid><enclosure length="69709332" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260715-1.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Just Not Served</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/14/just-not-served</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:253916</guid><enclosure length="70653050" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260714-2.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>It's in the Food</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/14/its-in-the-food-2</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:253915</guid><enclosure length="69761761" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260714-1.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>This Store Stinks</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/13/this-store-stinks</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:253677</guid><enclosure length="70946652" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260713-2.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Good Riddance</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/13/good-riddance</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:253676</guid><enclosure length="70789365" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260713-1.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Flock Cameras</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/10/flock-cameras</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:253362</guid><enclosure length="70674022" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260710-2.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>The Endorsement</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/10/the-endorsement</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:253361</guid><enclosure length="71565312" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260710-1.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Big Announcement</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/09/big-announcement</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:253173</guid><enclosure length="69614960" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260709-2.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:20</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>The Drop Out</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/09/the-drop-out</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:253172</guid><enclosure length="69552046" type="audio/mpeg" 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Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Baby Steps</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/08/baby-steps</link><description> Guests: &lt;a href="https://civicmedia.us/profile/brenda-jordan/"&gt;Brenda Jordan&lt;/a&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:252931</guid><enclosure length="71103938" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260708-1.mp3"/><content:encoded> Guests: &lt;a href="https://civicmedia.us/profile/brenda-jordan/"&gt;Brenda Jordan&lt;/a&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Guests: Brenda Jordan</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Guests: Brenda Jordan</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>49:22</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Guests: Brenda Jordan</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>I Have an Idea</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/07/i-have-an-idea</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:252728</guid><enclosure length="69856133" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260707-2.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:30</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Help Needed</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/07/help-needed</link><description> Guests: &lt;a href="https://civicmedia.us/profile/cavalier-johnson/"&gt;Cavalier Johnson&lt;/a&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:252727</guid><enclosure length="71491911" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260707-1.mp3"/><content:encoded> Guests: &lt;a href="https://civicmedia.us/profile/cavalier-johnson/"&gt;Cavalier Johnson&lt;/a&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Guests: Cavalier Johnson</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Guests: Cavalier 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Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Fireworks</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/06/fireworks</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:252412</guid><enclosure length="71208796" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260706-1.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>49:27</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Terror at the Station</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/07/02/terror-at-the-station</link><description/><dc:creator 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Days</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/06/30/gladiator-days</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:251345</guid><enclosure length="70936166" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260630-2.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Gladiator Club</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/06/30/gladiator-club</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:251344</guid><enclosure length="71837941" 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Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Weekend in Review</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/06/22/weekend-in-review</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:249525</guid><enclosure length="69656903" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260622-1.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:22</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Father's Day</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/06/19/fathers-day</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:249034</guid><enclosure length="68807557" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260619-2.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Juneteenth</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/06/19/juneteenth</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:249033</guid><enclosure length="69426216" type="audio/mpeg" 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Kids</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/06/18/watch-ya-kids</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:248669</guid><enclosure length="69195530" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/260618-1.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Guns &amp; Schools</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/06/17/guns-schools</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:248393</guid><enclosure length="68167925" 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url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8405307_2026-05-22-132807.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame go over the history that the Trump regime is currently trying to erase and the slush fund Trump created for the January 6er’s.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey and Dame go over the history that the Trump regime is currently trying to erase and the slush fund Trump created for the January 6er's.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey and Dame go over the history that the Trump regime is currently trying to erase and the slush fund Trump created for the January 6er's.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:40</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey and Dame go over the history that the Trump regime is currently trying to erase and the slush fund Trump created for the January 6er's.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>5/22/26 What the Business Is?</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/05/22/truth-in-the-morning-mi1py6igxut5memp8r9y07v5p5p5peek</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame open the hour with what the business is, and local businesses shout out their companies, they interview Lynda Welsh from SHARP Literacy&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:44:21 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240865</guid><enclosure length="45833256" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8405733_2026-05-22-151133.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame open the hour with what the business is, and local businesses shout out their companies, they interview Lynda Welsh from SHARP 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Costs</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/05/14/truth-in-the-morning-17lhtxvmiefdt4bfraiaocqgdwxecat8</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show with gratitude before honoring soul legend Clarence Carter and sending condolences after the passing of Frank from Five Star Training Academy.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They then react to Wisconsin’s failed surplus bill, questioning whether proposed $300–$600 rebate checks were real relief or political “crumbs” ahead of election season. The conversation expands into concerns about education funding, property taxes, rent, groceries, and whether short-term payouts distract from long-term solutions.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Listeners add perspective on who would have qualified, what the bill actually offered, and how rising assessments in neighborhoods like Sherman Park could push longtime residents out.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 14:14:15 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240868</guid><enclosure length="44962938" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8381923_2026-05-14-141323.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show with gratitude before honoring soul legend Clarence Carter and sending condolences after the passing of Frank from Five Star Training Academy.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They then react to Wisconsin’s failed surplus bill, questioning whether proposed $300–$600 rebate checks were real relief or political “crumbs” ahead of election season. The conversation expands into concerns about education funding, property taxes, rent, groceries, and whether short-term payouts distract from long-term solutions.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Listeners add perspective on who would have qualified, what the bill actually offered, and how rising assessments in neighborhoods like Sherman Park could push longtime residents out.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey open the show with gratitude before honoring soul legend Clarence Carter and sending condolences after the passing of Frank from Five Star Training Academy. They then react to Wisconsin’s failed surplus bill, questioning whether propos...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey open the show with gratitude before honoring soul legend Clarence Carter and sending condolences after the passing of Frank from Five Star Training Academy. They then react to Wisconsin’s failed surplus bill, questioning whether proposed $300–$600 rebate checks were real relief or political “crumbs” ahead of election season. The conversation expands into concerns about education funding, property taxes, rent, groceries, and whether short-term payouts distract from long-term solutions. Listeners add perspective on who would have qualified, what the bill actually offered, and how rising assessments in neighborhoods like Sherman Park could push longtime residents out.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:49</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey open the show with gratitude before honoring soul legend Clarence Carter and sending condolences after the passing of Frank from Five Star Training Academy. They then react to Wisconsin’s failed surplus bill, questioning whether proposed $300–$600 rebate checks were real relief or political “crumbs” ahead of election season. The conversation expands into concerns about education funding, property taxes, rent, groceries, and whether short-term payouts distract from long-term solutions. Listeners add perspective on who would have qualified, what the bill actually offered, and how rising assessments in neighborhoods like Sherman Park could push longtime residents out.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Youth Crime, Reckless Driving &amp; Accountability Before Tragedy</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/05/14/truth-in-the-morning-vawvclduiiqllmvuhfhkfvbmszd9ed4v</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey discuss a 13-year-old leading police on a high-speed chase in a stolen vehicle at 1:40 a.m., using the case to question supervision, discipline, and parental accountability.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They also reflect on the hit-and-run death of 71-year-old Marshall Hill, highlighting Milwaukee’s ongoing reckless driving crisis and the pain left behind when drivers flee instead of taking responsibility.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Callers weigh in on social media influence, driver’s training, community responsibility, and the need for parents, youth, and city leaders to intervene before dangerous behavior turns deadly.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 14:13:18 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240871</guid><enclosure length="44753223" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8381921_2026-05-14-143521.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey discuss a 13-year-old leading police on a high-speed chase in a stolen vehicle at 1:40 a.m., using the case to question supervision, discipline, and parental accountability.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They also reflect on the hit-and-run death of 71-year-old Marshall Hill, highlighting Milwaukee’s ongoing reckless driving crisis and the pain left behind when drivers flee instead of taking responsibility.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Callers weigh in on social media influence, driver’s training, community responsibility, and the need for parents, youth, and city leaders to intervene before dangerous behavior turns deadly.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey discuss a 13-year-old leading police on a high-speed chase in a stolen vehicle at 1:40 a.m., using the case to question supervision, discipline, and parental accountability. They also reflect on the hit-and-run death of 71-year-old Mar...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey discuss a 13-year-old leading police on a high-speed chase in a stolen vehicle at 1:40 a.m., using the case to question supervision, discipline, and parental accountability. They also reflect on the hit-and-run death of 71-year-old Marshall Hill, highlighting Milwaukee’s ongoing reckless driving crisis and the pain left behind when drivers flee instead of taking responsibility. Callers weigh in on social media influence, driver’s training, community responsibility, and the need for parents, youth, and city leaders to intervene before dangerous behavior turns deadly.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:36</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey discuss a 13-year-old leading police on a high-speed chase in a stolen vehicle at 1:40 a.m., using the case to question supervision, discipline, and parental accountability. They also reflect on the hit-and-run death of 71-year-old Marshall Hill, highlighting Milwaukee’s ongoing reckless driving crisis and the pain left behind when drivers flee instead of taking responsibility. Callers weigh in on social media influence, driver’s training, community responsibility, and the need for parents, youth, and city leaders to intervene before dangerous behavior turns deadly.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>$300 Rebate Debate, Honoring a Milwaukee Legend &amp; The Cost of One Bad Decision</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/05/13/truth-in-the-morning-9626jismxj8t4fcazqsqf3rg8xfk7yrp</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show reacting to a proposed $300 rebate tied to a bipartisan deal in Wisconsin. While they won’t turn down the money, they question the timing and motives, framing it as a political move rather than meaningful support, and urging listeners to stay focused on larger systemic issues.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They then honor the life and legacy of Dr. William Finlayson, reflecting on his impact as a physician and community pillar who helped shape generations of Milwaukee families. The conversation highlights the importance of preserving local history and recognizing the leaders who built the foundation for today’s community.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour turns somber as they break down the tragic killing of Dennis Johnson, emphasizing how a simple act of kindness escalated into deadly violence. Homer and Dame focus on emotional control, decision-making, and the devastating ripple effects when anger and pride take over in critical moments.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 14:17:38 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240874</guid><enclosure length="44501565" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8378944_2026-05-13-142344.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show reacting to a proposed $300 rebate tied to a bipartisan deal in Wisconsin. While they won’t turn down the money, they question the timing and motives, framing it as a political move rather than meaningful support, and urging listeners to stay focused on larger systemic issues.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They then honor the life and legacy of Dr. William Finlayson, reflecting on his impact as a physician and community pillar who helped shape generations of Milwaukee families. The conversation highlights the importance of preserving local history and recognizing the leaders who built the foundation for today’s community.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour turns somber as they break down the tragic killing of Dennis Johnson, emphasizing how a simple act of kindness escalated into deadly violence. Homer and Dame focus on emotional control, decision-making, and the devastating ripple effects when anger and pride take over in critical moments.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame open the show reacting to a proposed $300 rebate tied to a bipartisan deal in Wisconsin. While they won’t turn down the money, they question the timing and motives, framing it as a political move rather than meaningful support, and urgin...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame open the show reacting to a proposed $300 rebate tied to a bipartisan deal in Wisconsin. While they won’t turn down the money, they question the timing and motives, framing it as a political move rather than meaningful support, and urging listeners to stay focused on larger systemic issues. They then honor the life and legacy of Dr. William Finlayson, reflecting on his impact as a physician and community pillar who helped shape generations of Milwaukee families. The conversation highlights the importance of preserving local history and recognizing the leaders who built the foundation for today’s community. The hour turns somber as they break down the tragic killing of Dennis Johnson, emphasizing how a simple act of kindness escalated into deadly violence. Homer and Dame focus on emotional control, decision-making, and the devastating ripple effects when anger and pride take over in critical moments.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:20</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame open the show reacting to a proposed $300 rebate tied to a bipartisan deal in Wisconsin. While they won’t turn down the money, they question the timing and motives, framing it as a political move rather than meaningful support, and urging listeners to stay focused on larger systemic issues. They then honor the life and legacy of Dr. William Finlayson, reflecting on his impact as a physician and community pillar who helped shape generations of Milwaukee families. The conversation highlights the importance of preserving local history and recognizing the leaders who built the foundation for today’s community. The hour turns somber as they break down the tragic killing of Dennis Johnson, emphasizing how a simple act of kindness escalated into deadly violence. Homer and Dame focus on emotional control, decision-making, and the devastating ripple effects when anger and pride take over in critical moments.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Downtown Violence Solutions &amp; Who’s Really Accountable</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/05/13/truth-in-the-morning-sxrkh42pgjsjqooaf2y3eenlllcmteet</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame continue reflecting on the killing of Dennis Johnson, using it as a stark reminder of how quickly one decision can impact entire families. They discuss the mindset of individuals who refuse de-escalation and the long-term consequences of living in the moment without considering the aftermath.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation shifts to proposed solutions for downtown Milwaukee violence, including curfews, security checkpoints, and increased enforcement. They debate whether stricter rules for youth—and accountability for parents—could help prevent late-night incidents before they escalate.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They close the hour by expanding the conversation beyond downtown, stressing that violence and curfew issues impact neighborhoods across the city. Homer and Dame call for balanced solutions that include enforcement, community responsibility, and practical measures to keep young people safe while addressing the root causes of the problem.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 14:17:14 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240877</guid><enclosure length="44270878" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8378939_2026-05-13-144939.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame continue reflecting on the killing of Dennis Johnson, using it as a stark reminder of how quickly one decision can impact entire families. They discuss the mindset of individuals who refuse de-escalation and the long-term consequences of living in the moment without considering the aftermath.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation shifts to proposed solutions for downtown Milwaukee violence, including curfews, security checkpoints, and increased enforcement. They debate whether stricter rules for youth—and accountability for parents—could help prevent late-night incidents before they escalate.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They close the hour by expanding the conversation beyond downtown, stressing that violence and curfew issues impact neighborhoods across the city. Homer and Dame call for balanced solutions that include enforcement, community responsibility, and practical measures to keep young people safe while addressing the root causes of the problem.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame continue reflecting on the killing of Dennis Johnson, using it as a stark reminder of how quickly one decision can impact entire families. They discuss the mindset of individuals who refuse de-escalation and the long-term consequences of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame continue reflecting on the killing of Dennis Johnson, using it as a stark reminder of how quickly one decision can impact entire families. They discuss the mindset of individuals who refuse de-escalation and the long-term consequences of living in the moment without considering the aftermath. The conversation shifts to proposed solutions for downtown Milwaukee violence, including curfews, security checkpoints, and increased enforcement. They debate whether stricter rules for youth—and accountability for parents—could help prevent late-night incidents before they escalate. They close the hour by expanding the conversation beyond downtown, stressing that violence and curfew issues impact neighborhoods across the city. Homer and Dame call for balanced solutions that include enforcement, community responsibility, and practical measures to keep young people safe while addressing the root causes of the problem.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:06</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame continue reflecting on the killing of Dennis Johnson, using it as a stark reminder of how quickly one decision can impact entire families. They discuss the mindset of individuals who refuse de-escalation and the long-term consequences of living in the moment without considering the aftermath. The conversation shifts to proposed solutions for downtown Milwaukee violence, including curfews, security checkpoints, and increased enforcement. They debate whether stricter rules for youth—and accountability for parents—could help prevent late-night incidents before they escalate. They close the hour by expanding the conversation beyond downtown, stressing that violence and curfew issues impact neighborhoods across the city. Homer and Dame call for balanced solutions that include enforcement, community responsibility, and practical measures to keep young people safe while addressing the root causes of the problem.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>MPS Classroom Confrontations, Teacher Pressure &amp; Celebrating Music Legends</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/05/12/truth-in-the-morning-bx3hnrue9kjzfeeviiewt2eeegdkiis8</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show previewing several heavy local stories, including a disturbing criminal complaint involving parents accused of neglect and giving a baby alcohol, as well as multiple recent incidents involving Milwaukee Public Schools employees accused of physical altercations with students. Bailey emphasizes that educators facing burnout must take time off rather than risk losing control and jeopardizing their careers.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation zeroes in on a specific case where an MPS employee allegedly slammed a student to the ground, sparking a broader discussion about stress, respect, and accountability in schools. Homer and Bailey acknowledge the intense pressure teachers face but make it clear that physical reactions are never acceptable, no matter the circumstances. Listeners weigh in, adding perspectives on student behavior, parenting, and the need for better support systems within schools.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour wraps with a lighter moment as they highlight upcoming performances by the Isley Brothers and Commodores at the Wisconsin State Fair, celebrating their legacy and encouraging listeners to appreciate legendary artists while they’re still performing.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 14:05:12 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240880</guid><enclosure length="44281364" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8374929_2026-05-12-142229.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show previewing several heavy local stories, including a disturbing criminal complaint involving parents accused of neglect and giving a baby alcohol, as well as multiple recent incidents involving Milwaukee Public Schools employees accused of physical altercations with students. Bailey emphasizes that educators facing burnout must take time off rather than risk losing control and jeopardizing their careers.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation zeroes in on a specific case where an MPS employee allegedly slammed a student to the ground, sparking a broader discussion about stress, respect, and accountability in schools. Homer and Bailey acknowledge the intense pressure teachers face but make it clear that physical reactions are never acceptable, no matter the circumstances. Listeners weigh in, adding perspectives on student behavior, parenting, and the need for better support systems within schools.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour wraps with a lighter moment as they highlight upcoming performances by the Isley Brothers and Commodores at the Wisconsin State Fair, celebrating their legacy and encouraging listeners to appreciate legendary artists while they’re still performing.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey open the show previewing several heavy local stories, including a disturbing criminal complaint involving parents accused of neglect and giving a baby alcohol, as well as multiple recent incidents involving Milwaukee Public Schools emp...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey open the show previewing several heavy local stories, including a disturbing criminal complaint involving parents accused of neglect and giving a baby alcohol, as well as multiple recent incidents involving Milwaukee Public Schools employees accused of physical altercations with students. Bailey emphasizes that educators facing burnout must take time off rather than risk losing control and jeopardizing their careers. The conversation zeroes in on a specific case where an MPS employee allegedly slammed a student to the ground, sparking a broader discussion about stress, respect, and accountability in schools. Homer and Bailey acknowledge the intense pressure teachers face but make it clear that physical reactions are never acceptable, no matter the circumstances. Listeners weigh in, adding perspectives on student behavior, parenting, and the need for better support systems within schools. The hour wraps with a lighter moment as they highlight upcoming performances by the Isley Brothers and Commodores at the Wisconsin State Fair, celebrating their legacy and encouraging listeners to appreciate legendary artists while they’re still performing.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:07</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey open the show previewing several heavy local stories, including a disturbing criminal complaint involving parents accused of neglect and giving a baby alcohol, as well as multiple recent incidents involving Milwaukee Public Schools employees accused of physical altercations with students. Bailey emphasizes that educators facing burnout must take time off rather than risk losing control and jeopardizing their careers. The conversation zeroes in on a specific case where an MPS employee allegedly slammed a student to the ground, sparking a broader discussion about stress, respect, and accountability in schools. Homer and Bailey acknowledge the intense pressure teachers face but make it clear that physical reactions are never acceptable, no matter the circumstances. Listeners weigh in, adding perspectives on student behavior, parenting, and the need for better support systems within schools. The hour wraps with a lighter moment as they highlight upcoming performances by the Isley Brothers and Commodores at the Wisconsin State Fair, celebrating their legacy and encouraging listeners to appreciate legendary artists while they’re still performing.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Parenting Accountability, Tragic Neglect Case &amp; When Systems Fail Kids</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/05/12/truth-in-the-morning-zfkreszghtyzheuo87upb8c4gdznqwh0</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue the discussion around the MPS incident, with callers stressing accountability from both educators and parents. They explore how discipline, structure, and home environments play a major role in student behavior, while reinforcing that adults must always maintain control and set the example.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone shifts to a deeply troubling case involving Milwaukee parents charged in the death of their one-year-old child. Homer reads from the criminal complaint, detailing allegations of neglect, children being left alone, and claims the baby may have been given alcohol. As more details emerge—including accusations of repeated abandonment and a young child being forced into a caregiving role—Bailey expresses outrage while both hosts emphasize the severity of the situation.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They close the show by reflecting on the responsibilities of parenting, arguing that if someone cannot properly care for their children, they must seek help or alternative solutions. The conversation underscores the importance of accountability, protection of children, and the consequences when those responsibilities are ignored.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 14:04:38 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240882</guid><enclosure length="44711280" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8374926_2026-05-12-145526.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue the discussion around the MPS incident, with callers stressing accountability from both educators and parents. They explore how discipline, structure, and home environments play a major role in student behavior, while reinforcing that adults must always maintain control and set the example.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone shifts to a deeply troubling case involving Milwaukee parents charged in the death of their one-year-old child. Homer reads from the criminal complaint, detailing allegations of neglect, children being left alone, and claims the baby may have been given alcohol. As more details emerge—including accusations of repeated abandonment and a young child being forced into a caregiving role—Bailey expresses outrage while both hosts emphasize the severity of the situation.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They close the show by reflecting on the responsibilities of parenting, arguing that if someone cannot properly care for their children, they must seek help or alternative solutions. The conversation underscores the importance of accountability, protection of children, and the consequences when those responsibilities are ignored.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey continue the discussion around the MPS incident, with callers stressing accountability from both educators and parents. They explore how discipline, structure, and home environments play a major role in student behavior, while reinforc...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey continue the discussion around the MPS incident, with callers stressing accountability from both educators and parents. They explore how discipline, structure, and home environments play a major role in student behavior, while reinforcing that adults must always maintain control and set the example. The tone shifts to a deeply troubling case involving Milwaukee parents charged in the death of their one-year-old child. Homer reads from the criminal complaint, detailing allegations of neglect, children being left alone, and claims the baby may have been given alcohol. As more details emerge—including accusations of repeated abandonment and a young child being forced into a caregiving role—Bailey expresses outrage while both hosts emphasize the severity of the situation. They close the show by reflecting on the responsibilities of parenting, arguing that if someone cannot properly care for their children, they must seek help or alternative solutions. The conversation underscores the importance of accountability, protection of children, and the consequences when those responsibilities are ignored.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:33</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey continue the discussion around the MPS incident, with callers stressing accountability from both educators and parents. They explore how discipline, structure, and home environments play a major role in student behavior, while reinforcing that adults must always maintain control and set the example. The tone shifts to a deeply troubling case involving Milwaukee parents charged in the death of their one-year-old child. Homer reads from the criminal complaint, detailing allegations of neglect, children being left alone, and claims the baby may have been given alcohol. As more details emerge—including accusations of repeated abandonment and a young child being forced into a caregiving role—Bailey expresses outrage while both hosts emphasize the severity of the situation. They close the show by reflecting on the responsibilities of parenting, arguing that if someone cannot properly care for their children, they must seek help or alternative solutions. The conversation underscores the importance of accountability, protection of children, and the consequences when those responsibilities are ignored.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Mother’s Day Real Talk, Parenting Roles &amp; What Moms Actually Want</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/05/08/truth-in-the-morning-srf9tlnnad1j763bhn3vgf6wcvi1izyf</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show by highlighting community events and celebrating local contributions, including Homer’s experience DJing a senior-centered gathering and the importance of honoring older generations.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation quickly shifts into a spirited Mother’s Day discussion, where they balance celebration with real talk. Homer challenges perspectives on parenting roles, while Bailey brings insight into the realities of single motherhood and raising children without a playbook. Listeners join in, sharing stories of love, loss, and gratitude that deepen the conversation.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They close the hour by tackling the age-old question of Mother’s Day gifts, emphasizing communication over guesswork and reminding listeners that thoughtful effort means more than expensive presents.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 14:26:16 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240884</guid><enclosure length="44962938" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8368548_2026-05-08-144648.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show by highlighting community events and celebrating local contributions, including Homer’s experience DJing a senior-centered gathering and the importance of honoring older generations.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation quickly shifts into a spirited Mother’s Day discussion, where they balance celebration with real talk. Homer challenges perspectives on parenting roles, while Bailey brings insight into the realities of single motherhood and raising children without a playbook. Listeners join in, sharing stories of love, loss, and gratitude that deepen the conversation.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They close the hour by tackling the age-old question of Mother’s Day gifts, emphasizing communication over guesswork and reminding listeners that thoughtful effort means more than expensive presents.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey open the show by highlighting community events and celebrating local contributions, including Homer’s experience DJing a senior-centered gathering and the importance of honoring older generations. The conversation quickly shifts into a...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey open the show by highlighting community events and celebrating local contributions, including Homer’s experience DJing a senior-centered gathering and the importance of honoring older generations. The conversation quickly shifts into a spirited Mother’s Day discussion, where they balance celebration with real talk. Homer challenges perspectives on parenting roles, while Bailey brings insight into the realities of single motherhood and raising children without a playbook. Listeners join in, sharing stories of love, loss, and gratitude that deepen the conversation. They close the hour by tackling the age-old question of Mother’s Day gifts, emphasizing communication over guesswork and reminding listeners that thoughtful effort means more than expensive presents.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:49</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey open the show by highlighting community events and celebrating local contributions, including Homer’s experience DJing a senior-centered gathering and the importance of honoring older generations. The conversation quickly shifts into a spirited Mother’s Day discussion, where they balance celebration with real talk. Homer challenges perspectives on parenting roles, while Bailey brings insight into the realities of single motherhood and raising children without a playbook. Listeners join in, sharing stories of love, loss, and gratitude that deepen the conversation. They close the hour by tackling the age-old question of Mother’s Day gifts, emphasizing communication over guesswork and reminding listeners that thoughtful effort means more than expensive presents.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Graduation Controversy, Accountability &amp; Celebrating Mothers the Right Way</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/05/08/truth-in-the-morning-y97t8qdfsejz0clsiqsvonelwyfza5r0</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey kick off the hour with listener calls before diving into a controversial decision by Milwaukee Academy of Science to cancel a fifth-grade graduation due to behavioral issues. They debate whether it’s fair for the entire class to face consequences because of a few disruptive students.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The discussion expands into accountability, parenting, and the role of schools in addressing behavior before it escalates. They emphasize the importance of recognizing students who do the right thing and holding both parents and educators responsible for setting standards.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The show wraps with a reflective and uplifting Mother’s Day message, encouraging self-care, appreciation for all types of mother figures, and finding a balance between honoring loved ones and allowing others to celebrate without guilt.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 14:25:21 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240887</guid><enclosure length="45015367" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8368540_2026-05-08-144540.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey kick off the hour with listener calls before diving into a controversial decision by Milwaukee Academy of Science to cancel a fifth-grade graduation due to behavioral issues. They debate whether it’s fair for the entire class to face consequences because of a few disruptive students.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The discussion expands into accountability, parenting, and the role of schools in addressing behavior before it escalates. They emphasize the importance of recognizing students who do the right thing and holding both parents and educators responsible for setting standards.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The show wraps with a reflective and uplifting Mother’s Day message, encouraging self-care, appreciation for all types of mother figures, and finding a balance between honoring loved ones and allowing others to celebrate without guilt.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey kick off the hour with listener calls before diving into a controversial decision by Milwaukee Academy of Science to cancel a fifth-grade graduation due to behavioral issues. They debate whether it’s fair for the entire class to face c...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey kick off the hour with listener calls before diving into a controversial decision by Milwaukee Academy of Science to cancel a fifth-grade graduation due to behavioral issues. They debate whether it’s fair for the entire class to face consequences because of a few disruptive students. The discussion expands into accountability, parenting, and the role of schools in addressing behavior before it escalates. They emphasize the importance of recognizing students who do the right thing and holding both parents and educators responsible for setting standards. The show wraps with a reflective and uplifting Mother’s Day message, encouraging self-care, appreciation for all types of mother figures, and finding a balance between honoring loved ones and allowing others to celebrate without guilt.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:52</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey kick off the hour with listener calls before diving into a controversial decision by Milwaukee Academy of Science to cancel a fifth-grade graduation due to behavioral issues. They debate whether it’s fair for the entire class to face consequences because of a few disruptive students. The discussion expands into accountability, parenting, and the role of schools in addressing behavior before it escalates. They emphasize the importance of recognizing students who do the right thing and holding both parents and educators responsible for setting standards. The show wraps with a reflective and uplifting Mother’s Day message, encouraging self-care, appreciation for all types of mother figures, and finding a balance between honoring loved ones and allowing others to celebrate without guilt.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Alexis Patterson’s New Image, Childhood Trauma &amp; Community Memory</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/05/07/truth-in-the-morning-eb0m1d7wdurlcnir6h87lionj7dit9uk</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey discuss the newly released age-progressed image of Alexis Patterson, who disappeared in 2002 at age seven and would now be 31. The conversation becomes deeply personal as Homer reflects on childhood trauma, foster care, and how painful memories shape a person over time.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They continue exploring the lasting impact of Alexis’s disappearance on Milwaukee, including search efforts, community grief, and the way traumatic events stay with people. The hour closes with Homer and Bailey addressing conspiracy theories around the case, urging people to avoid harmful speculation without evidence.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 14:30:33 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240889</guid><enclosure length="45036339" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8363322_2026-05-07-140722.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey discuss the newly released age-progressed image of Alexis Patterson, who disappeared in 2002 at age seven and would now be 31. The conversation becomes deeply personal as Homer reflects on childhood trauma, foster care, and how painful memories shape a person over time.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They continue exploring the lasting impact of Alexis’s disappearance on Milwaukee, including search efforts, community grief, and the way traumatic events stay with people. The hour closes with Homer and Bailey addressing conspiracy theories around the case, urging people to avoid harmful speculation without evidence.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey discuss the newly released age-progressed image of Alexis Patterson, who disappeared in 2002 at age seven and would now be 31. The conversation becomes deeply personal as Homer reflects on childhood trauma, foster care, and how painful...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey discuss the newly released age-progressed image of Alexis Patterson, who disappeared in 2002 at age seven and would now be 31. The conversation becomes deeply personal as Homer reflects on childhood trauma, foster care, and how painful memories shape a person over time. They continue exploring the lasting impact of Alexis’s disappearance on Milwaukee, including search efforts, community grief, and the way traumatic events stay with people. The hour closes with Homer and Bailey addressing conspiracy theories around the case, urging people to avoid harmful speculation without evidence.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:54</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey discuss the newly released age-progressed image of Alexis Patterson, who disappeared in 2002 at age seven and would now be 31. The conversation becomes deeply personal as Homer reflects on childhood trauma, foster care, and how painful memories shape a person over time. They continue exploring the lasting impact of Alexis’s disappearance on Milwaukee, including search efforts, community grief, and the way traumatic events stay with people. The hour closes with Homer and Bailey addressing conspiracy theories around the case, urging people to avoid harmful speculation without evidence.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Alexis Patterson’s Father Speaks, Grief in Real Time &amp; Teacher Altercations</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/05/07/truth-in-the-morning-nv0sqxt5rmxyt2o5m0vyjsa9snf6grxz</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue their conversation on Alexis Patterson before receiving an emotional call from Alexis’s father. He addresses rumors about an Ohio woman some believe is Alexis, says testing confirmed she is not, pushes back on claims about his relationship with his daughter, and thanks the community for keeping Alexis’s name alive.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hosts reflect on the call, emphasizing grief, love, and the importance of allowing men to show emotion without shame. They close the show by discussing recent Milwaukee incidents involving teachers accused of punching students, weighing the pressures educators face while stressing the need for de-escalation and accountability.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 14:30:10 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240892</guid><enclosure length="44050677" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8363320_2026-05-07-144620.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue their conversation on Alexis Patterson before receiving an emotional call from Alexis’s father. He addresses rumors about an Ohio woman some believe is Alexis, says testing confirmed she is not, pushes back on claims about his relationship with his daughter, and thanks the community for keeping Alexis’s name alive.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hosts reflect on the call, emphasizing grief, love, and the importance of allowing men to show emotion without shame. They close the show by discussing recent Milwaukee incidents involving teachers accused of punching students, weighing the pressures educators face while stressing the need for de-escalation and accountability.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey continue their conversation on Alexis Patterson before receiving an emotional call from Alexis’s father. He addresses rumors about an Ohio woman some believe is Alexis, says testing confirmed she is not, pushes back on claims about his...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey continue their conversation on Alexis Patterson before receiving an emotional call from Alexis’s father. He addresses rumors about an Ohio woman some believe is Alexis, says testing confirmed she is not, pushes back on claims about his relationship with his daughter, and thanks the community for keeping Alexis’s name alive. The hosts reflect on the call, emphasizing grief, love, and the importance of allowing men to show emotion without shame. They close the show by discussing recent Milwaukee incidents involving teachers accused of punching students, weighing the pressures educators face while stressing the need for de-escalation and accountability.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:52</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey continue their conversation on Alexis Patterson before receiving an emotional call from Alexis’s father. He addresses rumors about an Ohio woman some believe is Alexis, says testing confirmed she is not, pushes back on claims about his relationship with his daughter, and thanks the community for keeping Alexis’s name alive. The hosts reflect on the call, emphasizing grief, love, and the importance of allowing men to show emotion without shame. They close the show by discussing recent Milwaukee incidents involving teachers accused of punching students, weighing the pressures educators face while stressing the need for de-escalation and accountability.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Dame Turns 50, Walgreens Leaves 27th &amp; North, and Medicaid Fraud Allegations</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/05/06/truth-in-the-morning-quvxdj0rddogk60rr0yxpnknwscjm1lv</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show with Dame celebrating his 50th birthday, reflecting on gratitude, family, recent losses, and the blessing of reaching a milestone he once viewed very differently.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation shifts to the Walgreens closure at 27th and North, where Dame pushes back on the idea that crime alone drove the decision. He argues the store had long failed the community through poor upkeep, limited investment, pharmacy issues, and resistance to security, framing the closure as part of a larger corporate retreat rather than a simple safety story.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They close the hour by discussing the $2.2 million Medicaid fraud case involving Debbie Long, examining allegations of fake services, inflated billing, PPP loan misuse, and how media narratives often differ depending on who is accused.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 14:59:22 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240895</guid><enclosure length="45088768" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8360801_2026-05-06-150201.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show with Dame celebrating his 50th birthday, reflecting on gratitude, family, recent losses, and the blessing of reaching a milestone he once viewed very differently.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation shifts to the Walgreens closure at 27th and North, where Dame pushes back on the idea that crime alone drove the decision. He argues the store had long failed the community through poor upkeep, limited investment, pharmacy issues, and resistance to security, framing the closure as part of a larger corporate retreat rather than a simple safety story.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They close the hour by discussing the $2.2 million Medicaid fraud case involving Debbie Long, examining allegations of fake services, inflated billing, PPP loan misuse, and how media narratives often differ depending on who is accused.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame open the show with Dame celebrating his 50th birthday, reflecting on gratitude, family, recent losses, and the blessing of reaching a milestone he once viewed very differently. The conversation shifts to the Walgreens closure at 27th and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame open the show with Dame celebrating his 50th birthday, reflecting on gratitude, family, recent losses, and the blessing of reaching a milestone he once viewed very differently. The conversation shifts to the Walgreens closure at 27th and North, where Dame pushes back on the idea that crime alone drove the decision. He argues the store had long failed the community through poor upkeep, limited investment, pharmacy issues, and resistance to security, framing the closure as part of a larger corporate retreat rather than a simple safety story. They close the hour by discussing the $2.2 million Medicaid fraud case involving Debbie Long, examining allegations of fake services, inflated billing, PPP loan misuse, and how media narratives often differ depending on who is accused.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:57</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame open the show with Dame celebrating his 50th birthday, reflecting on gratitude, family, recent losses, and the blessing of reaching a milestone he once viewed very differently. The conversation shifts to the Walgreens closure at 27th and North, where Dame pushes back on the idea that crime alone drove the decision. He argues the store had long failed the community through poor upkeep, limited investment, pharmacy issues, and resistance to security, framing the closure as part of a larger corporate retreat rather than a simple safety story. They close the hour by discussing the $2.2 million Medicaid fraud case involving Debbie Long, examining allegations of fake services, inflated billing, PPP loan misuse, and how media narratives often differ depending on who is accused.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Medicaid Fraud, Media Narratives &amp; Who Gets Protected</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/05/06/truth-in-the-morning-aofy9ds8iqyivj1rk6k4y3kiv2jzglfo</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame continue the discussion around Debbie Long’s Medicaid fraud case, using a listener poll to explore how race shapes public assumptions, media coverage, mugshots, and the visibility of criminal allegations.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They dig deeper into claims of fraudulent billing, PPP loan misuse, overstated employee numbers, and whether the case reflects individual wrongdoing, broader industry practices, or selective enforcement. Dame connects the scrutiny of Black women to wider patterns of economic inequality and government accountability.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The show closes by tying those themes to federal spending priorities, contrasting support for elite projects with the lack of aid for Spirit Airlines and its 17,000 displaced workers. Homer and Dame argue everyday workers, especially in minority communities, are often left exposed while powerful institutions continue to receive protection.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 14:58:48 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240897</guid><enclosure length="44512051" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8360792_2026-05-06-150132.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame continue the discussion around Debbie Long’s Medicaid fraud case, using a listener poll to explore how race shapes public assumptions, media coverage, mugshots, and the visibility of criminal allegations.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They dig deeper into claims of fraudulent billing, PPP loan misuse, overstated employee numbers, and whether the case reflects individual wrongdoing, broader industry practices, or selective enforcement. Dame connects the scrutiny of Black women to wider patterns of economic inequality and government accountability.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The show closes by tying those themes to federal spending priorities, contrasting support for elite projects with the lack of aid for Spirit Airlines and its 17,000 displaced workers. Homer and Dame argue everyday workers, especially in minority communities, are often left exposed while powerful institutions continue to receive protection.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame continue the discussion around Debbie Long’s Medicaid fraud case, using a listener poll to explore how race shapes public assumptions, media coverage, mugshots, and the visibility of criminal allegations. They dig deeper into claims of f...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame continue the discussion around Debbie Long’s Medicaid fraud case, using a listener poll to explore how race shapes public assumptions, media coverage, mugshots, and the visibility of criminal allegations. They dig deeper into claims of fraudulent billing, PPP loan misuse, overstated employee numbers, and whether the case reflects individual wrongdoing, broader industry practices, or selective enforcement. Dame connects the scrutiny of Black women to wider patterns of economic inequality and government accountability. The show closes by tying those themes to federal spending priorities, contrasting support for elite projects with the lack of aid for Spirit Airlines and its 17,000 displaced workers. Homer and Dame argue everyday workers, especially in minority communities, are often left exposed while powerful institutions continue to receive protection.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:21</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame continue the discussion around Debbie Long’s Medicaid fraud case, using a listener poll to explore how race shapes public assumptions, media coverage, mugshots, and the visibility of criminal allegations. They dig deeper into claims of fraudulent billing, PPP loan misuse, overstated employee numbers, and whether the case reflects individual wrongdoing, broader industry practices, or selective enforcement. Dame connects the scrutiny of Black women to wider patterns of economic inequality and government accountability. The show closes by tying those themes to federal spending priorities, contrasting support for elite projects with the lack of aid for Spirit Airlines and its 17,000 displaced workers. Homer and Dame argue everyday workers, especially in minority communities, are often left exposed while powerful institutions continue to receive protection.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Shutting Down The Pharmacy</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/05/05/truth-in-the-morning-zxdsutayextwmncegf8d5hjaj9krloy1</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show taking a call from Al, who raises concerns about systemic challenges in Milwaukee and questions whether certain conditions are setting people up to struggle. The hosts unpack the perspective and invite broader reflection.&lt;br/&gt;
The conversation shifts to the closure of a Walgreens on the north side. Homer and Bailey play a clip featuring customers reacting to theft issues, including reports of organized shoplifting, and discuss how these incidents are impacting businesses and neighborhoods.&lt;br/&gt;
Continues the discussion around retail theft and store shutdowns, exploring the ripple effects on access to essentials and what it means for the community moving forward. Callers join in to share their thoughts before Homer and Bailey wrap up the show with final reflections on accountability, solutions, and community impact.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 13:13:29 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240899</guid><enclosure length="43327160" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8358424_2026-05-05-144624.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show taking a call from Al, who raises concerns about systemic challenges in Milwaukee and questions whether certain conditions are setting people up to struggle. The hosts unpack the perspective and invite broader reflection.&lt;br/&gt;
The conversation shifts to the closure of a Walgreens on the north side. Homer and Bailey play a clip featuring customers reacting to theft issues, including reports of organized shoplifting, and discuss how these incidents are impacting businesses and neighborhoods.&lt;br/&gt;
Continues the discussion around retail theft and store shutdowns, exploring the ripple effects on access to essentials and what it means for the community moving forward. Callers join in to share their thoughts before Homer and Bailey wrap up the show with final reflections on accountability, solutions, and community impact.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey open the show taking a call from Al, who raises concerns about systemic challenges in Milwaukee and questions whether certain conditions are setting people up to struggle. The hosts unpack the perspective and invite broader reflection....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey open the show taking a call from Al, who raises concerns about systemic challenges in Milwaukee and questions whether certain conditions are setting people up to struggle. The hosts unpack the perspective and invite broader reflection. The conversation shifts to the closure of a Walgreens on the north side. Homer and Bailey play a clip featuring customers reacting to theft issues, including reports of organized shoplifting, and discuss how these incidents are impacting businesses and neighborhoods. Continues the discussion around retail theft and store shutdowns, exploring the ripple effects on access to essentials and what it means for the community moving forward. Callers join in to share their thoughts before Homer and Bailey wrap up the show with final reflections on accountability, solutions, and community impact.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:07</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey open the show taking a call from Al, who raises concerns about systemic challenges in Milwaukee and questions whether certain conditions are setting people up to struggle. The hosts unpack the perspective and invite broader reflection. The conversation shifts to the closure of a Walgreens on the north side. Homer and Bailey play a clip featuring customers reacting to theft issues, including reports of organized shoplifting, and discuss how these incidents are impacting businesses and neighborhoods. Continues the discussion around retail theft and store shutdowns, exploring the ripple effects on access to essentials and what it means for the community moving forward. Callers join in to share their thoughts before Homer and Bailey wrap up the show with final reflections on accountability, solutions, and community impact.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Times Are A Changing</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/05/05/truth-in-the-morning-vyskabzikdtqkuk3wvgit7dshem4a96t</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey kick off the show with energy, setting the tone for Tuesday and previewing the major topics they plan to tackle.&lt;br/&gt;
the conversation turns to the MPS budget, diving into how much Milwaukee residents are paying in taxes and what changes could be coming. Homer and Bailey break down the numbers and what it means for the community moving forward.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Sherwin Hughes joining Truth in the Morning to discuss a major development—a proposed merger bringing Black media outlets in Milwaukee under one roof. The discussion covers what happened at Monday night’s meeting and the potential impact of this move. Homer responds to Sherwin’s question about his personal stance on the merger. He shares candid thoughts about WNOV, Civic Media, and his own departure, explaining why he remains cautious about the direction of Black media consolidation.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 13:10:19 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240902</guid><enclosure length="45843742" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8358168_2026-05-05-134808.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey kick off the show with energy, setting the tone for Tuesday and previewing the major topics they plan to tackle.&lt;br/&gt;
the conversation turns to the MPS budget, diving into how much Milwaukee residents are paying in taxes and what changes could be coming. Homer and Bailey break down the numbers and what it means for the community moving forward.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Sherwin Hughes joining Truth in the Morning to discuss a major development—a proposed merger bringing Black media outlets in Milwaukee under one roof. The discussion covers what happened at Monday night’s meeting and the potential impact of this move. Homer responds to Sherwin’s question about his personal stance on the merger. He shares candid thoughts about WNOV, Civic Media, and his own departure, explaining why he remains cautious about the direction of Black media consolidation.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey kick off the show with energy, setting the tone for Tuesday and previewing the major topics they plan to tackle. the conversation turns to the MPS budget, diving into how much Milwaukee residents are paying in taxes and what changes co...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey kick off the show with energy, setting the tone for Tuesday and previewing the major topics they plan to tackle. the conversation turns to the MPS budget, diving into how much Milwaukee residents are paying in taxes and what changes could be coming. Homer and Bailey break down the numbers and what it means for the community moving forward. Sherwin Hughes joining Truth in the Morning to discuss a major development—a proposed merger bringing Black media outlets in Milwaukee under one roof. The discussion covers what happened at Monday night’s meeting and the potential impact of this move. Homer responds to Sherwin’s question about his personal stance on the merger. He shares candid thoughts about WNOV, Civic Media, and his own departure, explaining why he remains cautious about the direction of Black media consolidation.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:44</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey kick off the show with energy, setting the tone for Tuesday and previewing the major topics they plan to tackle. the conversation turns to the MPS budget, diving into how much Milwaukee residents are paying in taxes and what changes could be coming. Homer and Bailey break down the numbers and what it means for the community moving forward. Sherwin Hughes joining Truth in the Morning to discuss a major development—a proposed merger bringing Black media outlets in Milwaukee under one roof. The discussion covers what happened at Monday night’s meeting and the potential impact of this move. Homer responds to Sherwin’s question about his personal stance on the merger. He shares candid thoughts about WNOV, Civic Media, and his own departure, explaining why he remains cautious about the direction of Black media consolidation.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>White House Security Breakdown, Redistricting Ruling &amp; Spirit Airlines Fallout (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/05/04/truth-in-the-morning-mcunejtdyhpjfexx54zqwhstgghfcsne</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the hour with a troubling breakdown of a major security failure tied to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, where an armed suspect traveled across the country, moved freely through a hotel, and ultimately rushed a checkpoint in a chaotic scene captured on video. They question how multiple layers of security failed and what the incident reveals about preparedness at the highest levels.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation shifts to a significant Supreme Court ruling on congressional redistricting, focusing on a Louisiana case that could reshape how districts are drawn nationwide. Homer and Dame explore concerns that the decision may weaken protections under the Voting Rights Act, potentially reducing Black representation in Congress. They connect the ruling to historical efforts that limited minority voting power, framing it as part of a broader, ongoing struggle over political representation and influence.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They continue examining the downstream impact of redistricting, discussing how new maps could consolidate power along partisan lines and diminish diverse representation, particularly in Southern states. The hour closes with a look at Spirit Airlines’ shutdown, where they highlight the airline’s role in making travel accessible and the ripple effects its loss could have on affordability, competition, and working-class communities—especially the thousands of employees now facing uncertainty.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 14:24:30 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240903</guid><enclosure length="44564480" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8355833_2026-05-04-142533.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the hour with a troubling breakdown of a major security failure tied to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, where an armed suspect traveled across the country, moved freely through a hotel, and ultimately rushed a checkpoint in a chaotic scene captured on video. They question how multiple layers of security failed and what the incident reveals about preparedness at the highest levels.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation shifts to a significant Supreme Court ruling on congressional redistricting, focusing on a Louisiana case that could reshape how districts are drawn nationwide. Homer and Dame explore concerns that the decision may weaken protections under the Voting Rights Act, potentially reducing Black representation in Congress. They connect the ruling to historical efforts that limited minority voting power, framing it as part of a broader, ongoing struggle over political representation and influence.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They continue examining the downstream impact of redistricting, discussing how new maps could consolidate power along partisan lines and diminish diverse representation, particularly in Southern states. The hour closes with a look at Spirit Airlines’ shutdown, where they highlight the airline’s role in making travel accessible and the ripple effects its loss could have on affordability, competition, and working-class communities—especially the thousands of employees now facing uncertainty.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame open the hour with a troubling breakdown of a major security failure tied to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, where an armed suspect traveled across the country, moved freely through a hotel, and ultimately rushed a checkpoint in ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame open the hour with a troubling breakdown of a major security failure tied to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, where an armed suspect traveled across the country, moved freely through a hotel, and ultimately rushed a checkpoint in a chaotic scene captured on video. They question how multiple layers of security failed and what the incident reveals about preparedness at the highest levels. The conversation shifts to a significant Supreme Court ruling on congressional redistricting, focusing on a Louisiana case that could reshape how districts are drawn nationwide. Homer and Dame explore concerns that the decision may weaken protections under the Voting Rights Act, potentially reducing Black representation in Congress. They connect the ruling to historical efforts that limited minority voting power, framing it as part of a broader, ongoing struggle over political representation and influence. They continue examining the downstream impact of redistricting, discussing how new maps could consolidate power along partisan lines and diminish diverse representation, particularly in Southern states. The hour closes with a look at Spirit Airlines’ shutdown, where they highlight the airline’s role in making travel accessible and the ripple effects its loss could have on affordability, competition, and working-class communities—especially the thousands of employees now facing uncertainty.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:24</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame open the hour with a troubling breakdown of a major security failure tied to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, where an armed suspect traveled across the country, moved freely through a hotel, and ultimately rushed a checkpoint in a chaotic scene captured on video. They question how multiple layers of security failed and what the incident reveals about preparedness at the highest levels. The conversation shifts to a significant Supreme Court ruling on congressional redistricting, focusing on a Louisiana case that could reshape how districts are drawn nationwide. Homer and Dame explore concerns that the decision may weaken protections under the Voting Rights Act, potentially reducing Black representation in Congress. They connect the ruling to historical efforts that limited minority voting power, framing it as part of a broader, ongoing struggle over political representation and influence. They continue examining the downstream impact of redistricting, discussing how new maps could consolidate power along partisan lines and diminish diverse representation, particularly in Southern states. The hour closes with a look at Spirit Airlines’ shutdown, where they highlight the airline’s role in making travel accessible and the ripple effects its loss could have on affordability, competition, and working-class communities—especially the thousands of employees now facing uncertainty.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Milwaukee Violence Crisis, Automatic Weapons &amp; Rethinking Youth Intervention (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/05/04/truth-in-the-morning-rvm5r6witr08zag8yepjo1ispthoxe0l</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the hour with a sobering look at ongoing youth violence in Milwaukee, centered on a fatal shooting involving an 18-year-old near 62nd and Harrison. They share community frustrations over a property tied to repeated incidents, raising questions about why earlier warnings and intervention efforts failed to prevent tragedy. The discussion highlights the emotional toll on neighborhoods and the consequences of reactive, rather than proactive, policing.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They then turn to the growing presence of modified firearms, including weapons equipped with switches that enable fully automatic fire. Referencing recent incidents, they describe how the sheer volume of gunfire is reshaping both the scale and fear of violence, with residents struggling to process what they’re hearing in real time. The conversation expands to include the role of the gun industry and the broader national implications of increasingly accessible high-powered weapons.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour shifts toward solutions, focusing on a proposed “all-hands-on-deck” initiative aimed at reducing youth violence. Homer and Dame stress that while many programs serve well-intentioned youth, real progress requires engaging those already involved in criminal activity. They emphasize the importance of listening to these individuals directly to understand root causes and prevent future violence.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They close by outlining a more targeted approach—pairing at-risk youth with mentors, integrating court diversion programs, and maintaining consistent support systems that extend into daily life. The conversation underscores a central theme: meaningful change depends on reaching the small group driving much of the violence, not just those already on the right path.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 14:23:39 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240906</guid><enclosure length="44333793" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8355830_2026-05-04-145230.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the hour with a sobering look at ongoing youth violence in Milwaukee, centered on a fatal shooting involving an 18-year-old near 62nd and Harrison. They share community frustrations over a property tied to repeated incidents, raising questions about why earlier warnings and intervention efforts failed to prevent tragedy. The discussion highlights the emotional toll on neighborhoods and the consequences of reactive, rather than proactive, policing.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They then turn to the growing presence of modified firearms, including weapons equipped with switches that enable fully automatic fire. Referencing recent incidents, they describe how the sheer volume of gunfire is reshaping both the scale and fear of violence, with residents struggling to process what they’re hearing in real time. The conversation expands to include the role of the gun industry and the broader national implications of increasingly accessible high-powered weapons.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour shifts toward solutions, focusing on a proposed “all-hands-on-deck” initiative aimed at reducing youth violence. Homer and Dame stress that while many programs serve well-intentioned youth, real progress requires engaging those already involved in criminal activity. They emphasize the importance of listening to these individuals directly to understand root causes and prevent future violence.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They close by outlining a more targeted approach—pairing at-risk youth with mentors, integrating court diversion programs, and maintaining consistent support systems that extend into daily life. The conversation underscores a central theme: meaningful change depends on reaching the small group driving much of the violence, not just those already on the right path.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame open the hour with a sobering look at ongoing youth violence in Milwaukee, centered on a fatal shooting involving an 18-year-old near 62nd and Harrison. They share community frustrations over a property tied to repeated incidents, raisin...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame open the hour with a sobering look at ongoing youth violence in Milwaukee, centered on a fatal shooting involving an 18-year-old near 62nd and Harrison. They share community frustrations over a property tied to repeated incidents, raising questions about why earlier warnings and intervention efforts failed to prevent tragedy. The discussion highlights the emotional toll on neighborhoods and the consequences of reactive, rather than proactive, policing. They then turn to the growing presence of modified firearms, including weapons equipped with switches that enable fully automatic fire. Referencing recent incidents, they describe how the sheer volume of gunfire is reshaping both the scale and fear of violence, with residents struggling to process what they’re hearing in real time. The conversation expands to include the role of the gun industry and the broader national implications of increasingly accessible high-powered weapons. The hour shifts toward solutions, focusing on a proposed “all-hands-on-deck” initiative aimed at reducing youth violence. Homer and Dame stress that while many programs serve well-intentioned youth, real progress requires engaging those already involved in criminal activity. They emphasize the importance of listening to these individuals directly to understand root causes and prevent future violence. They close by outlining a more targeted approach—pairing at-risk youth with mentors, integrating court diversion programs, and maintaining consistent support systems that extend into daily life. The conversation underscores a central theme: meaningful change depends on reaching the small group driving much of the violence, not just those already on the right path.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:10</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame open the hour with a sobering look at ongoing youth violence in Milwaukee, centered on a fatal shooting involving an 18-year-old near 62nd and Harrison. They share community frustrations over a property tied to repeated incidents, raising questions about why earlier warnings and intervention efforts failed to prevent tragedy. The discussion highlights the emotional toll on neighborhoods and the consequences of reactive, rather than proactive, policing. They then turn to the growing presence of modified firearms, including weapons equipped with switches that enable fully automatic fire. Referencing recent incidents, they describe how the sheer volume of gunfire is reshaping both the scale and fear of violence, with residents struggling to process what they’re hearing in real time. The conversation expands to include the role of the gun industry and the broader national implications of increasingly accessible high-powered weapons. The hour shifts toward solutions, focusing on a proposed “all-hands-on-deck” initiative aimed at reducing youth violence. Homer and Dame stress that while many programs serve well-intentioned youth, real progress requires engaging those already involved in criminal activity. They emphasize the importance of listening to these individuals directly to understand root causes and prevent future violence. They close by outlining a more targeted approach—pairing at-risk youth with mentors, integrating court diversion programs, and maintaining consistent support systems that extend into daily life. The conversation underscores a central theme: meaningful change depends on reaching the small group driving much of the violence, not just those already on the right path.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Community Voices &amp; Young Leaders</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/05/01/truth-in-the-morning-scudjlwcajnmvaizplbs2xlcuiqsdas8</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick off the show with “What the Business Is,” inviting callers to spotlight their businesses, share their journeys, and promote what they’re building in the community. The conversation shifts to the Youth Walk Against Violence, as Homer and Dame highlight why it’s so important for young people to see their peers taking a stand and leading change.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt; Bishop Walter Harvey, who joins Truth in the Morning to discuss the Embassy Center MKE—its mission, impact, and role in uplifting the community through faith and outreach. Homer and Dame wrap up the show with final thoughts on community engagement, empowerment, and continuing to support one another.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 13:34:04 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240907</guid><enclosure length="44543508" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8352537_2026-05-01-141237.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick off the show with “What the Business Is,” inviting callers to spotlight their businesses, share their journeys, and promote what they’re building in the community. The conversation shifts to the Youth Walk Against Violence, as Homer and Dame highlight why it’s so important for young people to see their peers taking a stand and leading change.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt; Bishop Walter Harvey, who joins Truth in the Morning to discuss the Embassy Center MKE—its mission, impact, and role in uplifting the community through faith and outreach. Homer and Dame wrap up the show with final thoughts on community engagement, empowerment, and continuing to support one another.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick off the show with “What the Business Is,” inviting callers to spotlight their businesses, share their journeys, and promote what they’re building in the community. The conversation shifts to the Youth Walk Against Violen...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick off the show with “What the Business Is,” inviting callers to spotlight their businesses, share their journeys, and promote what they’re building in the community. The conversation shifts to the Youth Walk Against Violence, as Homer and Dame highlight why it’s so important for young people to see their peers taking a stand and leading change. Bishop Walter Harvey, who joins Truth in the Morning to discuss the Embassy Center MKE—its mission, impact, and role in uplifting the community through faith and outreach. Homer and Dame wrap up the show with final thoughts on community engagement, empowerment, and continuing to support one another.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:23</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick off the show with “What the Business Is,” inviting callers to spotlight their businesses, share their journeys, and promote what they’re building in the community. The conversation shifts to the Youth Walk Against Violence, as Homer and Dame highlight why it’s so important for young people to see their peers taking a stand and leading change. Bishop Walter Harvey, who joins Truth in the Morning to discuss the Embassy Center MKE—its mission, impact, and role in uplifting the community through faith and outreach. Homer and Dame wrap up the show with final thoughts on community engagement, empowerment, and continuing to support one another.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Community Responsibility</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/05/01/truth-in-the-morning-mv60masip4byd7scqbykpfbkjykwch55</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey open the show discussing neighborhood responsibility, reacting to the city’s stance that residents should handle leaf cleanup. The conversation centers on pride, accountability, and what it takes to maintain strong communities. he focus shifts to a morning fire, with Homer and Dame emphasizing fire safety, preparedness, and how quickly situations can escalate without proper precautions.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Segment 3 takes a serious turn as they discuss a department of public service  worker who was shot by an 11-year-old while on the job. Dame highlights the dangers city workers face and raises concerns about safety—even in the presence of law enforcement. Callers join the conversation, stressing the importance of parenting, guidance, and community involvement. The discussion underscores a key message: protecting and raising children is a responsibility that starts at home.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 12:56:38 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240910</guid><enclosure length="44480593" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8352540_2026-05-01-142240.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey open the show discussing neighborhood responsibility, reacting to the city’s stance that residents should handle leaf cleanup. The conversation centers on pride, accountability, and what it takes to maintain strong communities. he focus shifts to a morning fire, with Homer and Dame emphasizing fire safety, preparedness, and how quickly situations can escalate without proper precautions.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Segment 3 takes a serious turn as they discuss a department of public service  worker who was shot by an 11-year-old while on the job. Dame highlights the dangers city workers face and raises concerns about safety—even in the presence of law enforcement. Callers join the conversation, stressing the importance of parenting, guidance, and community involvement. The discussion underscores a key message: protecting and raising children is a responsibility that starts at home.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey open the show discussing neighborhood responsibility, reacting to the city’s stance that residents should handle leaf cleanup. The conversation centers on pride, accountability, and what it takes to maintain strong communitie...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey open the show discussing neighborhood responsibility, reacting to the city’s stance that residents should handle leaf cleanup. The conversation centers on pride, accountability, and what it takes to maintain strong communities. he focus shifts to a morning fire, with Homer and Dame emphasizing fire safety, preparedness, and how quickly situations can escalate without proper precautions. Segment 3 takes a serious turn as they discuss a department of public service worker who was shot by an 11-year-old while on the job. Dame highlights the dangers city workers face and raises concerns about safety—even in the presence of law enforcement. Callers join the conversation, stressing the importance of parenting, guidance, and community involvement. The discussion underscores a key message: protecting and raising children is a responsibility that starts at home.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:19</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey open the show discussing neighborhood responsibility, reacting to the city’s stance that residents should handle leaf cleanup. The conversation centers on pride, accountability, and what it takes to maintain strong communities. he focus shifts to a morning fire, with Homer and Dame emphasizing fire safety, preparedness, and how quickly situations can escalate without proper precautions. Segment 3 takes a serious turn as they discuss a department of public service worker who was shot by an 11-year-old while on the job. Dame highlights the dangers city workers face and raises concerns about safety—even in the presence of law enforcement. Callers join the conversation, stressing the importance of parenting, guidance, and community involvement. The discussion underscores a key message: protecting and raising children is a responsibility that starts at home.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Real Talk from the Front Lines</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/30/truth-in-the-morning-8z9nbyoi4pinzuuvqjhojwczvviwinad</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Callers join Homer and Bailey to weigh in on gun safety, sparking a candid discussion about responsibility and awareness. The hosts react to a tough reality—the people who most need to hear these messages often aren’t the ones listening.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey shift to the growing issue of street takeovers, questioning the risks people are taking and why participants are willing to put themselves in dangerous situations.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Diane Brein and Nikki Lorino to discuss the work of the March of Dimes, highlighting efforts to support families and improve health outcomes for mothers and babies. Show wraps on a lighter note with a viral Taco Bell brawl that has everyone jokingly questioning the food, before pivoting to a seasonal reality—dealing with leaves and neighborhood upkeep.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:11:04 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240912</guid><enclosure length="45780828" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8350309_2026-04-30-141209.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Callers join Homer and Bailey to weigh in on gun safety, sparking a candid discussion about responsibility and awareness. The hosts react to a tough reality—the people who most need to hear these messages often aren’t the ones listening.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey shift to the growing issue of street takeovers, questioning the risks people are taking and why participants are willing to put themselves in dangerous situations.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Diane Brein and Nikki Lorino to discuss the work of the March of Dimes, highlighting efforts to support families and improve health outcomes for mothers and babies. Show wraps on a lighter note with a viral Taco Bell brawl that has everyone jokingly questioning the food, before pivoting to a seasonal reality—dealing with leaves and neighborhood upkeep.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Callers join Homer and Bailey to weigh in on gun safety, sparking a candid discussion about responsibility and awareness. The hosts react to a tough reality—the people who most need to hear these messages often aren’t the ones listening. Homer and Bail...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Callers join Homer and Bailey to weigh in on gun safety, sparking a candid discussion about responsibility and awareness. The hosts react to a tough reality—the people who most need to hear these messages often aren’t the ones listening. Homer and Bailey shift to the growing issue of street takeovers, questioning the risks people are taking and why participants are willing to put themselves in dangerous situations. Diane Brein and Nikki Lorino to discuss the work of the March of Dimes, highlighting efforts to support families and improve health outcomes for mothers and babies. Show wraps on a lighter note with a viral Taco Bell brawl that has everyone jokingly questioning the food, before pivoting to a seasonal reality—dealing with leaves and neighborhood upkeep.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:40</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Callers join Homer and Bailey to weigh in on gun safety, sparking a candid discussion about responsibility and awareness. The hosts react to a tough reality—the people who most need to hear these messages often aren’t the ones listening. Homer and Bailey shift to the growing issue of street takeovers, questioning the risks people are taking and why participants are willing to put themselves in dangerous situations. Diane Brein and Nikki Lorino to discuss the work of the March of Dimes, highlighting efforts to support families and improve health outcomes for mothers and babies. Show wraps on a lighter note with a viral Taco Bell brawl that has everyone jokingly questioning the food, before pivoting to a seasonal reality—dealing with leaves and neighborhood upkeep.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Health, Safety &amp; Guidance</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/30/truth-in-the-morning-xulrbfw1as6zizypd0nyteonfmfikpbt</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick off the show with a conversation about health and personal growth, diving into Homer and Andrew’s weight loss journey. Homer emphasizes taking a proactive approach to health rather than waiting for medical issues, while also sharing practical tips—like tailoring clothes instead of replacing your entire wardrobe. The conversation then shifts to Giannis and his brothers’ shoe design contest and the creativity it’s inspiring.&lt;br/&gt;
The tone turns serious as Homer and Bailey address the issue of children accidentally shooting themselves with unsecured firearms. They stress that these tragedies are preventable and open the lines for callers to share thoughts and perspectives on gun safety.&lt;br/&gt;
The discussion with coverage of local stories involving young children injured in accidental shootings. Homer and Bailey reflect on the devastating impact these incidents have on families and the broader community, emphasizing the urgent need for awareness and responsibility. The show closes on solutions—highlighting the importance of mentorship for young people. Homer and Bailey discuss how having guidance, structure, and positive influences can help steer youth away from danger and toward better opportunities.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:54:18 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240915</guid><enclosure length="46063943" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8350311_2026-04-30-143911.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick off the show with a conversation about health and personal growth, diving into Homer and Andrew’s weight loss journey. Homer emphasizes taking a proactive approach to health rather than waiting for medical issues, while also sharing practical tips—like tailoring clothes instead of replacing your entire wardrobe. The conversation then shifts to Giannis and his brothers’ shoe design contest and the creativity it’s inspiring.&lt;br/&gt;
The tone turns serious as Homer and Bailey address the issue of children accidentally shooting themselves with unsecured firearms. They stress that these tragedies are preventable and open the lines for callers to share thoughts and perspectives on gun safety.&lt;br/&gt;
The discussion with coverage of local stories involving young children injured in accidental shootings. Homer and Bailey reflect on the devastating impact these incidents have on families and the broader community, emphasizing the urgent need for awareness and responsibility. The show closes on solutions—highlighting the importance of mentorship for young people. Homer and Bailey discuss how having guidance, structure, and positive influences can help steer youth away from danger and toward better opportunities.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick off the show with a conversation about health and personal growth, diving into Homer and Andrew’s weight loss journey. Homer emphasizes taking a proactive approach to health rather than waiting for medical issues, whi...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick off the show with a conversation about health and personal growth, diving into Homer and Andrew’s weight loss journey. Homer emphasizes taking a proactive approach to health rather than waiting for medical issues, while also sharing practical tips—like tailoring clothes instead of replacing your entire wardrobe. The conversation then shifts to Giannis and his brothers’ shoe design contest and the creativity it’s inspiring. The tone turns serious as Homer and Bailey address the issue of children accidentally shooting themselves with unsecured firearms. They stress that these tragedies are preventable and open the lines for callers to share thoughts and perspectives on gun safety. The discussion with coverage of local stories involving young children injured in accidental shootings. Homer and Bailey reflect on the devastating impact these incidents have on families and the broader community, emphasizing the urgent need for awareness and responsibility. The show closes on solutions—highlighting the importance of mentorship for young people. Homer and Bailey discuss how having guidance, structure, and positive influences can help steer youth away from danger and toward better opportunities.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:58</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick off the show with a conversation about health and personal growth, diving into Homer and Andrew’s weight loss journey. Homer emphasizes taking a proactive approach to health rather than waiting for medical issues, while also sharing practical tips—like tailoring clothes instead of replacing your entire wardrobe. The conversation then shifts to Giannis and his brothers’ shoe design contest and the creativity it’s inspiring. The tone turns serious as Homer and Bailey address the issue of children accidentally shooting themselves with unsecured firearms. They stress that these tragedies are preventable and open the lines for callers to share thoughts and perspectives on gun safety. The discussion with coverage of local stories involving young children injured in accidental shootings. Homer and Bailey reflect on the devastating impact these incidents have on families and the broader community, emphasizing the urgent need for awareness and responsibility. The show closes on solutions—highlighting the importance of mentorship for young people. Homer and Bailey discuss how having guidance, structure, and positive influences can help steer youth away from danger and toward better opportunities.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: AI Music, Gas Station Shooting &amp; Debate on Student Celebrations | Hour 1</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/29/truth-in-the-morning-0n3cgq3w6m3bnr04qnbhsrvmtldlodfr</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show exploring how AI is transforming the music industry, with Dame sharing firsthand experience using AI tools to create and evaluate songs. They discuss how this technology could reshape how artists produce albums compared to traditional studio methods. The conversation also celebrates reaching 7,000 YouTube subscribers and thanks supporters before shifting to Homer’s review of the Michael Jackson biopic, highlighting its focus on performances and career moments.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Later, they connect rising gas prices to a recent shooting at a Woodman’s gas station in Menomonee Falls, emphasizing how incidents like this can happen anywhere—not just in urban areas. The discussion turns to safety, environment, and how different gas stations operate. The hour wraps with a lively debate on whether early school graduations should be celebrated, with Dame arguing only major milestones matter while Homer defends recognizing progress at every level. They close by spotlighting Milwaukee Community Crossroads’ “Building Futures” program, which helps young adults gain trade skills and career opportunities.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:56:40 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240917</guid><enclosure length="44050677" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8345840_2026-04-29-143940.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show exploring how AI is transforming the music industry, with Dame sharing firsthand experience using AI tools to create and evaluate songs. They discuss how this technology could reshape how artists produce albums compared to traditional studio methods. The conversation also celebrates reaching 7,000 YouTube subscribers and thanks supporters before shifting to Homer’s review of the Michael Jackson biopic, highlighting its focus on performances and career moments.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Later, they connect rising gas prices to a recent shooting at a Woodman’s gas station in Menomonee Falls, emphasizing how incidents like this can happen anywhere—not just in urban areas. The discussion turns to safety, environment, and how different gas stations operate. The hour wraps with a lively debate on whether early school graduations should be celebrated, with Dame arguing only major milestones matter while Homer defends recognizing progress at every level. They close by spotlighting Milwaukee Community Crossroads’ “Building Futures” program, which helps young adults gain trade skills and career opportunities.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame open the show exploring how AI is transforming the music industry, with Dame sharing firsthand experience using AI tools to create and evaluate songs. They discuss how this technology could reshape how artists produce albums compared to ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame open the show exploring how AI is transforming the music industry, with Dame sharing firsthand experience using AI tools to create and evaluate songs. They discuss how this technology could reshape how artists produce albums compared to traditional studio methods. The conversation also celebrates reaching 7,000 YouTube subscribers and thanks supporters before shifting to Homer’s review of the Michael Jackson biopic, highlighting its focus on performances and career moments. Later, they connect rising gas prices to a recent shooting at a Woodman’s gas station in Menomonee Falls, emphasizing how incidents like this can happen anywhere—not just in urban areas. The discussion turns to safety, environment, and how different gas stations operate. The hour wraps with a lively debate on whether early school graduations should be celebrated, with Dame arguing only major milestones matter while Homer defends recognizing progress at every level. They close by spotlighting Milwaukee Community Crossroads’ “Building Futures” program, which helps young adults gain trade skills and career opportunities.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:52</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame open the show exploring how AI is transforming the music industry, with Dame sharing firsthand experience using AI tools to create and evaluate songs. They discuss how this technology could reshape how artists produce albums compared to traditional studio methods. The conversation also celebrates reaching 7,000 YouTube subscribers and thanks supporters before shifting to Homer’s review of the Michael Jackson biopic, highlighting its focus on performances and career moments. Later, they connect rising gas prices to a recent shooting at a Woodman’s gas station in Menomonee Falls, emphasizing how incidents like this can happen anywhere—not just in urban areas. The discussion turns to safety, environment, and how different gas stations operate. The hour wraps with a lively debate on whether early school graduations should be celebrated, with Dame arguing only major milestones matter while Homer defends recognizing progress at every level. They close by spotlighting Milwaukee Community Crossroads’ “Building Futures” program, which helps young adults gain trade skills and career opportunities.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Workplace Culture, Violent Park Attack &amp; Rising Milwaukee Property Taxes | Hour 2</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/29/truth-in-the-morning-ublx3rmlegu3ybpqggdqc2tplwfu1u24</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame kick off the hour with a humorous debate about punctuality, questioning whether being on time really matters as long as the work gets done. They compare workplace expectations across industries and revisit the participation trophy debate, sharing poll results and listener reactions. The segment also includes a heartfelt tribute to Mama Razin McCollum (Miss D) following the passing of her brother.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone shifts as they break down a violent stabbing incident at Pulaski Park involving a suspect already out on bond, discussing community safety, mental health gaps, and the importance of early intervention. They highlight how bystanders helped prevent further harm and the broader trauma such incidents create.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;In the final segments, Homer and Dame dive into Milwaukee’s rising property assessments and the impact on homeowners, especially in historically Black neighborhoods. They explain how increased property values can lead to higher taxes, creating concerns about displacement and gentrification. The conversation emphasizes the balance between building equity and maintaining affordability for longtime residents, sparking important discussion about housing, policy, and community stability.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:56:17 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240920</guid><enclosure length="44711280" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8345838_2026-04-29-141838.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame kick off the hour with a humorous debate about punctuality, questioning whether being on time really matters as long as the work gets done. They compare workplace expectations across industries and revisit the participation trophy debate, sharing poll results and listener reactions. The segment also includes a heartfelt tribute to Mama Razin McCollum (Miss D) following the passing of her brother.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone shifts as they break down a violent stabbing incident at Pulaski Park involving a suspect already out on bond, discussing community safety, mental health gaps, and the importance of early intervention. They highlight how bystanders helped prevent further harm and the broader trauma such incidents create.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;In the final segments, Homer and Dame dive into Milwaukee’s rising property assessments and the impact on homeowners, especially in historically Black neighborhoods. They explain how increased property values can lead to higher taxes, creating concerns about displacement and gentrification. The conversation emphasizes the balance between building equity and maintaining affordability for longtime residents, sparking important discussion about housing, policy, and community stability.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame kick off the hour with a humorous debate about punctuality, questioning whether being on time really matters as long as the work gets done. They compare workplace expectations across industries and revisit the participation trophy debate...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame kick off the hour with a humorous debate about punctuality, questioning whether being on time really matters as long as the work gets done. They compare workplace expectations across industries and revisit the participation trophy debate, sharing poll results and listener reactions. The segment also includes a heartfelt tribute to Mama Razin McCollum (Miss D) following the passing of her brother. The tone shifts as they break down a violent stabbing incident at Pulaski Park involving a suspect already out on bond, discussing community safety, mental health gaps, and the importance of early intervention. They highlight how bystanders helped prevent further harm and the broader trauma such incidents create. In the final segments, Homer and Dame dive into Milwaukee’s rising property assessments and the impact on homeowners, especially in historically Black neighborhoods. They explain how increased property values can lead to higher taxes, creating concerns about displacement and gentrification. The conversation emphasizes the balance between building equity and maintaining affordability for longtime residents, sparking important discussion about housing, policy, and community stability.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:33</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame kick off the hour with a humorous debate about punctuality, questioning whether being on time really matters as long as the work gets done. They compare workplace expectations across industries and revisit the participation trophy debate, sharing poll results and listener reactions. The segment also includes a heartfelt tribute to Mama Razin McCollum (Miss D) following the passing of her brother. The tone shifts as they break down a violent stabbing incident at Pulaski Park involving a suspect already out on bond, discussing community safety, mental health gaps, and the importance of early intervention. They highlight how bystanders helped prevent further harm and the broader trauma such incidents create. In the final segments, Homer and Dame dive into Milwaukee’s rising property assessments and the impact on homeowners, especially in historically Black neighborhoods. They explain how increased property values can lead to higher taxes, creating concerns about displacement and gentrification. The conversation emphasizes the balance between building equity and maintaining affordability for longtime residents, sparking important discussion about housing, policy, and community stability.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Michael Jackson Biopic, Milwaukee Storm Damage &amp; Teen Crime Concerns | Hour 1</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/28/truth-in-the-morning-pubvaeaoldqf4gz2dosvjqfsawqgdqjm</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey kick off the show by breaking down the massive success of the new Michael Jackson biopic, which is dominating the global box office and sparking conversations about his legacy, family involvement, and portrayal on screen. They then shift to Milwaukee’s severe storm aftermath, discussing widespread damage, power outages, and real-life stories of fallen trees and impacted neighborhoods. The conversation turns serious as they examine multiple teen-related crime cases in Milwaukee, including a controversial mistaken release of a 14-year-old suspect and a separate fatal shooting involving teens. The hour closes with a broader discussion on youth violence, access to firearms, and how a small group of offenders is shaping public perception, while emphasizing the need for accountability and positive influence in the community.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:32:43 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240922</guid><enclosure length="44449136" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8339847_2026-04-28-145147.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey kick off the show by breaking down the massive success of the new Michael Jackson biopic, which is dominating the global box office and sparking conversations about his legacy, family involvement, and portrayal on screen. They then shift to Milwaukee’s severe storm aftermath, discussing widespread damage, power outages, and real-life stories of fallen trees and impacted neighborhoods. The conversation turns serious as they examine multiple teen-related crime cases in Milwaukee, including a controversial mistaken release of a 14-year-old suspect and a separate fatal shooting involving teens. The hour closes with a broader discussion on youth violence, access to firearms, and how a small group of offenders is shaping public perception, while emphasizing the need for accountability and positive influence in the community.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey kick off the show by breaking down the massive success of the new Michael Jackson biopic, which is dominating the global box office and sparking conversations about his legacy, family involvement, and portrayal on screen. They then shi...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey kick off the show by breaking down the massive success of the new Michael Jackson biopic, which is dominating the global box office and sparking conversations about his legacy, family involvement, and portrayal on screen. They then shift to Milwaukee’s severe storm aftermath, discussing widespread damage, power outages, and real-life stories of fallen trees and impacted neighborhoods. The conversation turns serious as they examine multiple teen-related crime cases in Milwaukee, including a controversial mistaken release of a 14-year-old suspect and a separate fatal shooting involving teens. The hour closes with a broader discussion on youth violence, access to firearms, and how a small group of offenders is shaping public perception, while emphasizing the need for accountability and positive influence in the community.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:17</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey kick off the show by breaking down the massive success of the new Michael Jackson biopic, which is dominating the global box office and sparking conversations about his legacy, family involvement, and portrayal on screen. They then shift to Milwaukee’s severe storm aftermath, discussing widespread damage, power outages, and real-life stories of fallen trees and impacted neighborhoods. The conversation turns serious as they examine multiple teen-related crime cases in Milwaukee, including a controversial mistaken release of a 14-year-old suspect and a separate fatal shooting involving teens. The hour closes with a broader discussion on youth violence, access to firearms, and how a small group of offenders is shaping public perception, while emphasizing the need for accountability and positive influence in the community.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Youth Accountability, Milwaukee Crime Cases &amp; Wisconsin Brewery Controversy | Hour 2</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/28/truth-in-the-morning-4kn15hzp3abfttr6o6cets2grfld6o4c</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue with a focus on youth accountability and the importance of highlighting positive achievements like graduations and scholarships, while also addressing concerns about education gaps and students being passed through the system. They dive into multiple crime stories, including a deadly domestic incident in Okauchee Lake, a major federal case involving a landlord tied to drug activity across Milwaukee properties, and a controversial social media post from a Wisconsin brewery that drew bipartisan backlash. The discussion expands into political rhetoric, public responsibility, and safety concerns. To wrap up the hour, they lighten the tone with a conversation about rising gas prices, comparing costs across the state and discussing fuel choices and electric vehicle considerations.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:31:31 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240925</guid><enclosure length="44207964" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8339841_2026-04-28-140341.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue with a focus on youth accountability and the importance of highlighting positive achievements like graduations and scholarships, while also addressing concerns about education gaps and students being passed through the system. They dive into multiple crime stories, including a deadly domestic incident in Okauchee Lake, a major federal case involving a landlord tied to drug activity across Milwaukee properties, and a controversial social media post from a Wisconsin brewery that drew bipartisan backlash. The discussion expands into political rhetoric, public responsibility, and safety concerns. To wrap up the hour, they lighten the tone with a conversation about rising gas prices, comparing costs across the state and discussing fuel choices and electric vehicle considerations.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey continue with a focus on youth accountability and the importance of highlighting positive achievements like graduations and scholarships, while also addressing concerns about education gaps and students being passed through the system....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey continue with a focus on youth accountability and the importance of highlighting positive achievements like graduations and scholarships, while also addressing concerns about education gaps and students being passed through the system. They dive into multiple crime stories, including a deadly domestic incident in Okauchee Lake, a major federal case involving a landlord tied to drug activity across Milwaukee properties, and a controversial social media post from a Wisconsin brewery that drew bipartisan backlash. The discussion expands into political rhetoric, public responsibility, and safety concerns. To wrap up the hour, they lighten the tone with a conversation about rising gas prices, comparing costs across the state and discussing fuel choices and electric vehicle considerations.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:03</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey continue with a focus on youth accountability and the importance of highlighting positive achievements like graduations and scholarships, while also addressing concerns about education gaps and students being passed through the system. They dive into multiple crime stories, including a deadly domestic incident in Okauchee Lake, a major federal case involving a landlord tied to drug activity across Milwaukee properties, and a controversial social media post from a Wisconsin brewery that drew bipartisan backlash. The discussion expands into political rhetoric, public responsibility, and safety concerns. To wrap up the hour, they lighten the tone with a conversation about rising gas prices, comparing costs across the state and discussing fuel choices and electric vehicle considerations.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Megan Thee Stallion Calls Out Klay Thompson + White House Dinner Security Incident Explained (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/27/truth-in-the-morning-iblyb1lmtcbmqpzprunfbjsewla7ui5q</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show by diving into trending headlines, starting with Megan Thee Stallion publicly calling out Klay Thompson for cheating. They break down how the situation went viral after Megan posted about it, and discuss the growing trend of turning personal drama into public content. Dame suggests this could lead to new music or business opportunities, while Homer points out that these situations rarely gain traction without being made public.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then shifts to a serious national story involving a reported security incident tied to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Homer and Dame walk through the details surrounding suspect Cole Thomas Allen, including his cross-country travel, background in engineering and computer science, and a manifesto outlining his motives. They question how someone with weapons was able to reach the hotel hosting the event and begin raising concerns about security gaps and accountability.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:22:11 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240928</guid><enclosure length="45162168" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8337005_2026-04-27-142605.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show by diving into trending headlines, starting with Megan Thee Stallion publicly calling out Klay Thompson for cheating. They break down how the situation went viral after Megan posted about it, and discuss the growing trend of turning personal drama into public content. Dame suggests this could lead to new music or business opportunities, while Homer points out that these situations rarely gain traction without being made public.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then shifts to a serious national story involving a reported security incident tied to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Homer and Dame walk through the details surrounding suspect Cole Thomas Allen, including his cross-country travel, background in engineering and computer science, and a manifesto outlining his motives. They question how someone with weapons was able to reach the hotel hosting the event and begin raising concerns about security gaps and accountability.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame open the show by diving into trending headlines, starting with Megan Thee Stallion publicly calling out Klay Thompson for cheating. They break down how the situation went viral after Megan posted about it, and discuss the growing trend o...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame open the show by diving into trending headlines, starting with Megan Thee Stallion publicly calling out Klay Thompson for cheating. They break down how the situation went viral after Megan posted about it, and discuss the growing trend of turning personal drama into public content. Dame suggests this could lead to new music or business opportunities, while Homer points out that these situations rarely gain traction without being made public. The conversation then shifts to a serious national story involving a reported security incident tied to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Homer and Dame walk through the details surrounding suspect Cole Thomas Allen, including his cross-country travel, background in engineering and computer science, and a manifesto outlining his motives. They question how someone with weapons was able to reach the hotel hosting the event and begin raising concerns about security gaps and accountability.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:01</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame open the show by diving into trending headlines, starting with Megan Thee Stallion publicly calling out Klay Thompson for cheating. They break down how the situation went viral after Megan posted about it, and discuss the growing trend of turning personal drama into public content. Dame suggests this could lead to new music or business opportunities, while Homer points out that these situations rarely gain traction without being made public. The conversation then shifts to a serious national story involving a reported security incident tied to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Homer and Dame walk through the details surrounding suspect Cole Thomas Allen, including his cross-country travel, background in engineering and computer science, and a manifesto outlining his motives. They question how someone with weapons was able to reach the hotel hosting the event and begin raising concerns about security gaps and accountability.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: White House Correspondents’ Dinner Security Breakdown Sparks Debate &amp; Conspiracy Questions (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/27/truth-in-the-morning-rzq7bjrme8x3b1onysxiblrlzqeg2rql</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame continue unpacking the White House Correspondents’ Dinner incident, focusing on how the suspect allegedly traveled from California to Washington, D.C., entered the hotel, and assembled weapons without being stopped. They question how multiple layers of security—from train travel to hotel access—failed, and discuss the evacuation of high-profile officials, including the president and vice president.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation deepens as callers weigh in, raising concerns about missing surveillance footage, inconsistencies in the timeline, and whether standard security protocols were properly followed. Homer and Dame examine these claims while emphasizing the seriousness of the situation, discussing both verified details and public skepticism. They close by revisiting the timeline of events and highlighting broader concerns about security preparedness, transparency, and how such a breakdown could occur at one of the most high-profile events in the country.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:20:11 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240930</guid><enclosure length="45466255" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8337002_2026-04-27-144802.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame continue unpacking the White House Correspondents’ Dinner incident, focusing on how the suspect allegedly traveled from California to Washington, D.C., entered the hotel, and assembled weapons without being stopped. They question how multiple layers of security—from train travel to hotel access—failed, and discuss the evacuation of high-profile officials, including the president and vice president.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation deepens as callers weigh in, raising concerns about missing surveillance footage, inconsistencies in the timeline, and whether standard security protocols were properly followed. Homer and Dame examine these claims while emphasizing the seriousness of the situation, discussing both verified details and public skepticism. They close by revisiting the timeline of events and highlighting broader concerns about security preparedness, transparency, and how such a breakdown could occur at one of the most high-profile events in the country.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame continue unpacking the White House Correspondents’ Dinner incident, focusing on how the suspect allegedly traveled from California to Washington, D.C., entered the hotel, and assembled weapons without being stopped. They question how mul...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame continue unpacking the White House Correspondents’ Dinner incident, focusing on how the suspect allegedly traveled from California to Washington, D.C., entered the hotel, and assembled weapons without being stopped. They question how multiple layers of security—from train travel to hotel access—failed, and discuss the evacuation of high-profile officials, including the president and vice president. The conversation deepens as callers weigh in, raising concerns about missing surveillance footage, inconsistencies in the timeline, and whether standard security protocols were properly followed. Homer and Dame examine these claims while emphasizing the seriousness of the situation, discussing both verified details and public skepticism. They close by revisiting the timeline of events and highlighting broader concerns about security preparedness, transparency, and how such a breakdown could occur at one of the most high-profile events in the country.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:20</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame continue unpacking the White House Correspondents’ Dinner incident, focusing on how the suspect allegedly traveled from California to Washington, D.C., entered the hotel, and assembled weapons without being stopped. They question how multiple layers of security—from train travel to hotel access—failed, and discuss the evacuation of high-profile officials, including the president and vice president. The conversation deepens as callers weigh in, raising concerns about missing surveillance footage, inconsistencies in the timeline, and whether standard security protocols were properly followed. Homer and Dame examine these claims while emphasizing the seriousness of the situation, discussing both verified details and public skepticism. They close by revisiting the timeline of events and highlighting broader concerns about security preparedness, transparency, and how such a breakdown could occur at one of the most high-profile events in the country.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Big Clean MKE Success, Community Resources &amp; Controversial Crash Sentence (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/23/truth-in-the-morning-nsofv9yh4sqlqwsapqlqkoxbhlrfokzn</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open with a lighthearted conversation about social media habits before highlighting the strong turnout and community impact of the Big Clean MKE kickoff. They continue by promoting the upcoming “It’s a Spring Thing” resource fair, encouraging families to take advantage of free essentials and local support services.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone shifts as they break down a tragic Milwaukee crash case where Trayvon Lawson received a five-and-a-half-year sentence after a high-speed incident that killed a mother and her two sons. The hosts express frustration and disbelief over the sentencing, questioning how the loss of three lives resulted in such a limited penalty. They explore factors like plea deals, cooperation with authorities, and possible reasons the victims’ family was not present, while emphasizing that the outcome feels unjust and sends the wrong message.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:18:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240933</guid><enclosure length="45497712" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8332785_2026-04-24-142725.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open with a lighthearted conversation about social media habits before highlighting the strong turnout and community impact of the Big Clean MKE kickoff. They continue by promoting the upcoming “It’s a Spring Thing” resource fair, encouraging families to take advantage of free essentials and local support services.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone shifts as they break down a tragic Milwaukee crash case where Trayvon Lawson received a five-and-a-half-year sentence after a high-speed incident that killed a mother and her two sons. The hosts express frustration and disbelief over the sentencing, questioning how the loss of three lives resulted in such a limited penalty. They explore factors like plea deals, cooperation with authorities, and possible reasons the victims’ family was not present, while emphasizing that the outcome feels unjust and sends the wrong message.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey open with a lighthearted conversation about social media habits before highlighting the strong turnout and community impact of the Big Clean MKE kickoff. They continue by promoting the upcoming “It’s a Spring Thing” resource fair, enco...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey open with a lighthearted conversation about social media habits before highlighting the strong turnout and community impact of the Big Clean MKE kickoff. They continue by promoting the upcoming “It’s a Spring Thing” resource fair, encouraging families to take advantage of free essentials and local support services. The tone shifts as they break down a tragic Milwaukee crash case where Trayvon Lawson received a five-and-a-half-year sentence after a high-speed incident that killed a mother and her two sons. The hosts express frustration and disbelief over the sentencing, questioning how the loss of three lives resulted in such a limited penalty. They explore factors like plea deals, cooperation with authorities, and possible reasons the victims’ family was not present, while emphasizing that the outcome feels unjust and sends the wrong message.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:22</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey open with a lighthearted conversation about social media habits before highlighting the strong turnout and community impact of the Big Clean MKE kickoff. They continue by promoting the upcoming “It’s a Spring Thing” resource fair, encouraging families to take advantage of free essentials and local support services. The tone shifts as they break down a tragic Milwaukee crash case where Trayvon Lawson received a five-and-a-half-year sentence after a high-speed incident that killed a mother and her two sons. The hosts express frustration and disbelief over the sentencing, questioning how the loss of three lives resulted in such a limited penalty. They explore factors like plea deals, cooperation with authorities, and possible reasons the victims’ family was not present, while emphasizing that the outcome feels unjust and sends the wrong message.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Justice System Debate, Ten Commandments Ruling &amp; MJ Biopic Buzz (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/23/truth-in-the-morning-nrtokvcsbss3uzjupazy67gqcct3tvwp</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue the conversation around the controversial sentencing in the Milwaukee crash case, questioning how the legal system arrived at a five-and-a-half-year penalty. Callers add perspective, sharing personal experiences and pointing out inconsistencies in sentencing, while also discussing Wisconsin laws and programs that could reduce time served—raising further concerns about fairness and accountability.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The discussion then shifts to a Texas court ruling allowing the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms, sparking debate over separation of church and state. Callers weigh in with opposing views on morality, inclusion, and religious freedom. The show wraps on a lighter note with reactions to the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, including its focus on his career over controversy and early buzz surrounding the film.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:13:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240935</guid><enclosure length="43914362" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8332763_2026-04-24-145703.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue the conversation around the controversial sentencing in the Milwaukee crash case, questioning how the legal system arrived at a five-and-a-half-year penalty. Callers add perspective, sharing personal experiences and pointing out inconsistencies in sentencing, while also discussing Wisconsin laws and programs that could reduce time served—raising further concerns about fairness and accountability.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The discussion then shifts to a Texas court ruling allowing the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms, sparking debate over separation of church and state. Callers weigh in with opposing views on morality, inclusion, and religious freedom. The show wraps on a lighter note with reactions to the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, including its focus on his career over controversy and early buzz surrounding the film.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey continue the conversation around the controversial sentencing in the Milwaukee crash case, questioning how the legal system arrived at a five-and-a-half-year penalty. Callers add perspective, sharing personal experiences and pointing o...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey continue the conversation around the controversial sentencing in the Milwaukee crash case, questioning how the legal system arrived at a five-and-a-half-year penalty. Callers add perspective, sharing personal experiences and pointing out inconsistencies in sentencing, while also discussing Wisconsin laws and programs that could reduce time served—raising further concerns about fairness and accountability. The discussion then shifts to a Texas court ruling allowing the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms, sparking debate over separation of church and state. Callers weigh in with opposing views on morality, inclusion, and religious freedom. The show wraps on a lighter note with reactions to the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, including its focus on his career over controversy and early buzz surrounding the film.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:43</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey continue the conversation around the controversial sentencing in the Milwaukee crash case, questioning how the legal system arrived at a five-and-a-half-year penalty. Callers add perspective, sharing personal experiences and pointing out inconsistencies in sentencing, while also discussing Wisconsin laws and programs that could reduce time served—raising further concerns about fairness and accountability. The discussion then shifts to a Texas court ruling allowing the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms, sparking debate over separation of church and state. Callers weigh in with opposing views on morality, inclusion, and religious freedom. The show wraps on a lighter note with reactions to the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, including its focus on his career over controversy and early buzz surrounding the film.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Earth Day Cleanups, Milwaukee Pothole Crisis &amp; City Politics Debate (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/22/truth-in-the-morning-xmvq7a3fuwtdkedmi3y4ks22lymsdegd</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame kick off the show by celebrating Earth Day and highlighting the impact of the Big Clean community initiative across Milwaukee, emphasizing how local involvement is driving real neighborhood change. The conversation then shifts to the city’s worsening pothole problem, with listeners sharing firsthand stories of vehicle damage, unsafe roads, and the rising cost to residents—while the hosts question infrastructure priorities and funding gaps.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They also break down recent Milwaukee Common Council decisions, including the controversial move to revert Cesar Chavez Drive back to 16th Street and the appointment of Karen Tyler to lead the Office of Community Wellness and Safety, unpacking political tensions and community reactions. The hour wraps with a discussion on the Michael Lock investigation, as authorities search for additional victims—raising questions about closure for families, financial costs, and the broader impact on the community.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:12:32 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240938</guid><enclosure length="45141196" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8332756_2026-04-24-143256.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame kick off the show by celebrating Earth Day and highlighting the impact of the Big Clean community initiative across Milwaukee, emphasizing how local involvement is driving real neighborhood change. The conversation then shifts to the city’s worsening pothole problem, with listeners sharing firsthand stories of vehicle damage, unsafe roads, and the rising cost to residents—while the hosts question infrastructure priorities and funding gaps.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They also break down recent Milwaukee Common Council decisions, including the controversial move to revert Cesar Chavez Drive back to 16th Street and the appointment of Karen Tyler to lead the Office of Community Wellness and Safety, unpacking political tensions and community reactions. The hour wraps with a discussion on the Michael Lock investigation, as authorities search for additional victims—raising questions about closure for families, financial costs, and the broader impact on the community.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame kick off the show by celebrating Earth Day and highlighting the impact of the Big Clean community initiative across Milwaukee, emphasizing how local involvement is driving real neighborhood change. The conversation then shifts to the cit...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame kick off the show by celebrating Earth Day and highlighting the impact of the Big Clean community initiative across Milwaukee, emphasizing how local involvement is driving real neighborhood change. The conversation then shifts to the city’s worsening pothole problem, with listeners sharing firsthand stories of vehicle damage, unsafe roads, and the rising cost to residents—while the hosts question infrastructure priorities and funding gaps. They also break down recent Milwaukee Common Council decisions, including the controversial move to revert Cesar Chavez Drive back to 16th Street and the appointment of Karen Tyler to lead the Office of Community Wellness and Safety, unpacking political tensions and community reactions. The hour wraps with a discussion on the Michael Lock investigation, as authorities search for additional victims—raising questions about closure for families, financial costs, and the broader impact on the community.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:00</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame kick off the show by celebrating Earth Day and highlighting the impact of the Big Clean community initiative across Milwaukee, emphasizing how local involvement is driving real neighborhood change. The conversation then shifts to the city’s worsening pothole problem, with listeners sharing firsthand stories of vehicle damage, unsafe roads, and the rising cost to residents—while the hosts question infrastructure priorities and funding gaps. They also break down recent Milwaukee Common Council decisions, including the controversial move to revert Cesar Chavez Drive back to 16th Street and the appointment of Karen Tyler to lead the Office of Community Wellness and Safety, unpacking political tensions and community reactions. The hour wraps with a discussion on the Michael Lock investigation, as authorities search for additional victims—raising questions about closure for families, financial costs, and the broader impact on the community.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Milwaukee Flooding Crisis, Infrastructure Concerns &amp; Community Accountability (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/22/truth-in-the-morning-r2pob7pzrhjr78lsok3pacyptwpgk7ie</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame continue the conversation by diving into Milwaukee’s ongoing flooding issues and the city’s decision to form a new task force. They question whether officials are addressing the root causes or simply reacting to recurring problems, highlighting concerns about costly repairs and long-term infrastructure failures.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The discussion turns to an upcoming public meeting led by Alderwoman Andrea Pratt, with the hosts urging residents to attend and hold city leaders accountable. They emphasize the importance of community pressure in driving real solutions while debating the effectiveness of past investments. The hour also blends humor with serious commentary on power outages, utility challenges, and financial responsibility, before closing with a mix of caller reactions on youth behavior, accountability, and hope for the next generation—while reinforcing the importance of community engagement through events like the Big Clean.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:11:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240942</guid><enclosure length="44616908" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8332755_2026-04-24-145755.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame continue the conversation by diving into Milwaukee’s ongoing flooding issues and the city’s decision to form a new task force. They question whether officials are addressing the root causes or simply reacting to recurring problems, highlighting concerns about costly repairs and long-term infrastructure failures.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The discussion turns to an upcoming public meeting led by Alderwoman Andrea Pratt, with the hosts urging residents to attend and hold city leaders accountable. They emphasize the importance of community pressure in driving real solutions while debating the effectiveness of past investments. The hour also blends humor with serious commentary on power outages, utility challenges, and financial responsibility, before closing with a mix of caller reactions on youth behavior, accountability, and hope for the next generation—while reinforcing the importance of community engagement through events like the Big Clean.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame continue the conversation by diving into Milwaukee’s ongoing flooding issues and the city’s decision to form a new task force. They question whether officials are addressing the root causes or simply reacting to recurring problems, highl...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame continue the conversation by diving into Milwaukee’s ongoing flooding issues and the city’s decision to form a new task force. They question whether officials are addressing the root causes or simply reacting to recurring problems, highlighting concerns about costly repairs and long-term infrastructure failures. The discussion turns to an upcoming public meeting led by Alderwoman Andrea Pratt, with the hosts urging residents to attend and hold city leaders accountable. They emphasize the importance of community pressure in driving real solutions while debating the effectiveness of past investments. The hour also blends humor with serious commentary on power outages, utility challenges, and financial responsibility, before closing with a mix of caller reactions on youth behavior, accountability, and hope for the next generation—while reinforcing the importance of community engagement through events like the Big Clean.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:27</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame continue the conversation by diving into Milwaukee’s ongoing flooding issues and the city’s decision to form a new task force. They question whether officials are addressing the root causes or simply reacting to recurring problems, highlighting concerns about costly repairs and long-term infrastructure failures. The discussion turns to an upcoming public meeting led by Alderwoman Andrea Pratt, with the hosts urging residents to attend and hold city leaders accountable. They emphasize the importance of community pressure in driving real solutions while debating the effectiveness of past investments. The hour also blends humor with serious commentary on power outages, utility challenges, and financial responsibility, before closing with a mix of caller reactions on youth behavior, accountability, and hope for the next generation—while reinforcing the importance of community engagement through events like the Big Clean.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Milwaukee Pothole Crisis, Car Damage Stories &amp; Shreveport Tragedy Discussion (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/21/truth-in-the-morning-qbmfyrz3ir86kwksxlmo4ncqcueupgus</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show with a relatable and often hilarious breakdown of Milwaukee’s worsening pothole problem, sharing real stories of vehicle damage, dangerous road conditions, and the growing frustration among drivers. As the conversation builds, they dig deeper into infrastructure concerns, questioning the city’s response and whether enough is being done to address the widespread issue impacting neighborhoods across Milwaukee.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone then shifts dramatically as they discuss the heartbreaking mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, where a man killed eight children—including seven of his own—before being stopped by police. Homer and Bailey reflect on the devastating effects of domestic violence, the warning signs that often go ignored, and how similar situations can exist within their own communities. Through emotional commentary and caller input, the discussion centers on accountability, mental health, and the importance of intervention and resources to prevent tragedies before they happen.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:05:42 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240944</guid><enclosure length="45581598" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8319539_2026-04-21-140039.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show with a relatable and often hilarious breakdown of Milwaukee’s worsening pothole problem, sharing real stories of vehicle damage, dangerous road conditions, and the growing frustration among drivers. As the conversation builds, they dig deeper into infrastructure concerns, questioning the city’s response and whether enough is being done to address the widespread issue impacting neighborhoods across Milwaukee.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone then shifts dramatically as they discuss the heartbreaking mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, where a man killed eight children—including seven of his own—before being stopped by police. Homer and Bailey reflect on the devastating effects of domestic violence, the warning signs that often go ignored, and how similar situations can exist within their own communities. Through emotional commentary and caller input, the discussion centers on accountability, mental health, and the importance of intervention and resources to prevent tragedies before they happen.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey open the show with a relatable and often hilarious breakdown of Milwaukee’s worsening pothole problem, sharing real stories of vehicle damage, dangerous road conditions, and the growing frustration among drivers. As the conversation bu...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey open the show with a relatable and often hilarious breakdown of Milwaukee’s worsening pothole problem, sharing real stories of vehicle damage, dangerous road conditions, and the growing frustration among drivers. As the conversation builds, they dig deeper into infrastructure concerns, questioning the city’s response and whether enough is being done to address the widespread issue impacting neighborhoods across Milwaukee. The tone then shifts dramatically as they discuss the heartbreaking mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, where a man killed eight children—including seven of his own—before being stopped by police. Homer and Bailey reflect on the devastating effects of domestic violence, the warning signs that often go ignored, and how similar situations can exist within their own communities. Through emotional commentary and caller input, the discussion centers on accountability, mental health, and the importance of intervention and resources to prevent tragedies before they happen.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:28</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey open the show with a relatable and often hilarious breakdown of Milwaukee’s worsening pothole problem, sharing real stories of vehicle damage, dangerous road conditions, and the growing frustration among drivers. As the conversation builds, they dig deeper into infrastructure concerns, questioning the city’s response and whether enough is being done to address the widespread issue impacting neighborhoods across Milwaukee. The tone then shifts dramatically as they discuss the heartbreaking mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, where a man killed eight children—including seven of his own—before being stopped by police. Homer and Bailey reflect on the devastating effects of domestic violence, the warning signs that often go ignored, and how similar situations can exist within their own communities. Through emotional commentary and caller input, the discussion centers on accountability, mental health, and the importance of intervention and resources to prevent tragedies before they happen.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Relationship Red Flags, Mental Health, and Milwaukee Crime Investigation Update (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/21/truth-in-the-morning-fxbbdt0sa05vsuh1m0kokj0rrammtmqu</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue their emotional conversation surrounding the Shreveport tragedy, focusing on relationship warning signs, personal safety, and the importance of recognizing when to leave dangerous situations. Callers share raw, personal perspectives on accountability, toxic relationships, and the reality that many people don’t act until reaching a breaking point. The discussion emphasizes mental health awareness, strong support systems, and the role of honest friendships in helping people make better decisions.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Later in the hour, the show shifts to a major Milwaukee crime investigation involving convicted criminal Michael Lock and the “Body Snatchers” gang. Authorities are now digging at a property tied to him amid fears of additional undiscovered victims. Homer and Bailey unpack the disturbing details of the case, including homicide, drug trafficking, and exploitation, while stressing the importance of community awareness and speaking up to help reduce crime. The show closes with a mix of reflection, urgency, and a reminder that real change requires collective responsibility.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:03:42 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240946</guid><enclosure length="43515904" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8319531_2026-04-21-143131.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue their emotional conversation surrounding the Shreveport tragedy, focusing on relationship warning signs, personal safety, and the importance of recognizing when to leave dangerous situations. Callers share raw, personal perspectives on accountability, toxic relationships, and the reality that many people don’t act until reaching a breaking point. The discussion emphasizes mental health awareness, strong support systems, and the role of honest friendships in helping people make better decisions.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Later in the hour, the show shifts to a major Milwaukee crime investigation involving convicted criminal Michael Lock and the “Body Snatchers” gang. Authorities are now digging at a property tied to him amid fears of additional undiscovered victims. Homer and Bailey unpack the disturbing details of the case, including homicide, drug trafficking, and exploitation, while stressing the importance of community awareness and speaking up to help reduce crime. The show closes with a mix of reflection, urgency, and a reminder that real change requires collective responsibility.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey continue their emotional conversation surrounding the Shreveport tragedy, focusing on relationship warning signs, personal safety, and the importance of recognizing when to leave dangerous situations. Callers share raw, personal perspe...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey continue their emotional conversation surrounding the Shreveport tragedy, focusing on relationship warning signs, personal safety, and the importance of recognizing when to leave dangerous situations. Callers share raw, personal perspectives on accountability, toxic relationships, and the reality that many people don’t act until reaching a breaking point. The discussion emphasizes mental health awareness, strong support systems, and the role of honest friendships in helping people make better decisions. Later in the hour, the show shifts to a major Milwaukee crime investigation involving convicted criminal Michael Lock and the “Body Snatchers” gang. Authorities are now digging at a property tied to him amid fears of additional undiscovered victims. Homer and Bailey unpack the disturbing details of the case, including homicide, drug trafficking, and exploitation, while stressing the importance of community awareness and speaking up to help reduce crime. The show closes with a mix of reflection, urgency, and a reminder that real change requires collective responsibility.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:19</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey continue their emotional conversation surrounding the Shreveport tragedy, focusing on relationship warning signs, personal safety, and the importance of recognizing when to leave dangerous situations. Callers share raw, personal perspectives on accountability, toxic relationships, and the reality that many people don’t act until reaching a breaking point. The discussion emphasizes mental health awareness, strong support systems, and the role of honest friendships in helping people make better decisions. Later in the hour, the show shifts to a major Milwaukee crime investigation involving convicted criminal Michael Lock and the “Body Snatchers” gang. Authorities are now digging at a property tied to him amid fears of additional undiscovered victims. Homer and Bailey unpack the disturbing details of the case, including homicide, drug trafficking, and exploitation, while stressing the importance of community awareness and speaking up to help reduce crime. The show closes with a mix of reflection, urgency, and a reminder that real change requires collective responsibility.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Community Cleanups, Corporate Taxes &amp; Wealth Inequality Debate (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/20/truth-in-the-morning-ibe5z1abdqft7ggfyfkahkfnm1t1favc</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame kick off with Milwaukee’s strong community cleanup efforts before shifting into a deeper conversation on Warren Buffett’s comments about corporate taxation and wealth inequality. They explore how fair taxation could reshape society and close the hour by questioning why communities rally around certain causes while ongoing local issues receive less unified action.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:07:51 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240948</guid><enclosure length="46368030" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8295614_2026-04-20-160914.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame kick off with Milwaukee’s strong community cleanup efforts before shifting into a deeper conversation on Warren Buffett’s comments about corporate taxation and wealth inequality. They explore how fair taxation could reshape society and close the hour by questioning why communities rally around certain causes while ongoing local issues receive less unified action.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame kick off with Milwaukee’s strong community cleanup efforts before shifting into a deeper conversation on Warren Buffett’s comments about corporate taxation and wealth inequality. They explore how fair taxation could reshape society and c...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame kick off with Milwaukee’s strong community cleanup efforts before shifting into a deeper conversation on Warren Buffett’s comments about corporate taxation and wealth inequality. They explore how fair taxation could reshape society and close the hour by questioning why communities rally around certain causes while ongoing local issues receive less unified action.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:17</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame kick off with Milwaukee’s strong community cleanup efforts before shifting into a deeper conversation on Warren Buffett’s comments about corporate taxation and wealth inequality. They explore how fair taxation could reshape society and close the hour by questioning why communities rally around certain causes while ongoing local issues receive less unified action.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: MPS Budget Battles, Leadership Decisions &amp; Community Impact (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/20/truth-in-the-morning-hxuapd6h2ns9nrd1o7apukbsqah6m2f6</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame continue spotlighting community efforts before diving into Milwaukee Public Schools’ budget challenges under Superintendent Brenda Cassellius. They break down staffing changes, financial transparency, and long-standing mismanagement, while reacting to strong caller opinions on accountability, union influence, and the future of education in Milwaukee.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:07:35 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240949</guid><enclosure length="43924848" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8295588_2026-04-20-162228.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame continue spotlighting community efforts before diving into Milwaukee Public Schools’ budget challenges under Superintendent Brenda Cassellius. They break down staffing changes, financial transparency, and long-standing mismanagement, while reacting to strong caller opinions on accountability, union influence, and the future of education in Milwaukee.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame continue spotlighting community efforts before diving into Milwaukee Public Schools’ budget challenges under Superintendent Brenda Cassellius. They break down staffing changes, financial transparency, and long-standing mismanagement, whi...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame continue spotlighting community efforts before diving into Milwaukee Public Schools’ budget challenges under Superintendent Brenda Cassellius. They break down staffing changes, financial transparency, and long-standing mismanagement, while reacting to strong caller opinions on accountability, union influence, and the future of education in Milwaukee.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:44</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame continue spotlighting community efforts before diving into Milwaukee Public Schools’ budget challenges under Superintendent Brenda Cassellius. They break down staffing changes, financial transparency, and long-standing mismanagement, while reacting to strong caller opinions on accountability, union influence, and the future of education in Milwaukee.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Community Vibes, Storm Frustrations &amp; Foot Pursuit Debate Begins (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/17/truth-in-the-morning-bcay7rkpsbzoqpld0h1dxuzpyebxcija</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey balance lighthearted banter with meaningful conversations on community engagement, local events, and giving back before diving into storm aftermath frustrations and Milwaukee’s ongoing flooding issues. The hour builds into a heated discussion around MPD’s new foot pursuit policy, with concerns about safety, accountability, and how it could impact crime response.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:56:10 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240952</guid><enclosure length="44228935" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8278740_2026-04-17-181840.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey balance lighthearted banter with meaningful conversations on community engagement, local events, and giving back before diving into storm aftermath frustrations and Milwaukee’s ongoing flooding issues. The hour builds into a heated discussion around MPD’s new foot pursuit policy, with concerns about safety, accountability, and how it could impact crime response.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey balance lighthearted banter with meaningful conversations on community engagement, local events, and giving back before diving into storm aftermath frustrations and Milwaukee’s ongoing flooding issues. The hour builds into a heated dis...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey balance lighthearted banter with meaningful conversations on community engagement, local events, and giving back before diving into storm aftermath frustrations and Milwaukee’s ongoing flooding issues. The hour builds into a heated discussion around MPD’s new foot pursuit policy, with concerns about safety, accountability, and how it could impact crime response.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:03</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey balance lighthearted banter with meaningful conversations on community engagement, local events, and giving back before diving into storm aftermath frustrations and Milwaukee’s ongoing flooding issues. The hour builds into a heated discussion around MPD’s new foot pursuit policy, with concerns about safety, accountability, and how it could impact crime response.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Breaking Down MPD Policy, Caller Reactions &amp; Community Action (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/17/truth-in-the-morning-dmmpn8n4pkwsusaboeqpoc5w5c2mpjbd</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue unpacking the new MPD foot pursuit policy, reading directly from the guidelines and reacting to what it means for policing in Milwaukee. Callers weigh in with strong opinions, sparking debate over safety versus restraint. The show wraps with a focus on community involvement, encouraging listeners to attend local meetings, support cleanups, and take an active role in shaping their neighborhoods.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:54:41 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240954</guid><enclosure length="45392855" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8278736_2026-04-17-181236.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue unpacking the new MPD foot pursuit policy, reading directly from the guidelines and reacting to what it means for policing in Milwaukee. Callers weigh in with strong opinions, sparking debate over safety versus restraint. 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The show wraps with a focus on community involvement, encouraging listeners to attend local meetings, support cleanups, and take an active role in shaping their neighborhoods.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:17</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey continue unpacking the new MPD foot pursuit policy, reading directly from the guidelines and reacting to what it means for policing in Milwaukee. Callers weigh in with strong opinions, sparking debate over safety versus restraint. The show wraps with a focus on community involvement, encouraging listeners to attend local meetings, support cleanups, and take an active role in shaping their neighborhoods.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Storm Updates, School Rumors &amp; MPS Staffing Steps Forward (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/16/truth-in-the-morning-zt3i08aelnv77vcpjuxjkurvgxh4hxev</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey react to severe storms and flooding across Milwaukee before shifting to how misinformation spread online around Rufus King High School. They also break down Milwaukee Public Schools adding 89 teaching positions, debating whether it’s enough to ease overcrowding and improve student outcomes while stressing the value of academics and extracurriculars alike.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:52:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240957</guid><enclosure length="46462402" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8278732_2026-04-17-183732.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey react to severe storms and flooding across Milwaukee before shifting to how misinformation spread online around Rufus King High School. 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They also break down Milwaukee Public Schools adding 89 teaching positions, debating whether it’s enough to ease overcrowding and improve student outcomes while stressing the value of academics and extracurriculars alike.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:23</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey react to severe storms and flooding across Milwaukee before shifting to how misinformation spread online around Rufus King High School. They also break down Milwaukee Public Schools adding 89 teaching positions, debating whether it’s enough to ease overcrowding and improve student outcomes while stressing the value of academics and extracurriculars alike.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: MPS Discipline, Parent Accountability &amp; the Push for Real School Change (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/16/truth-in-the-morning-iqycbrvoqbzip0ax9m2lgef6zsgqzmaw</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue the MPS conversation with callers weighing in on classroom discipline, disruptive behavior, and the broader need for system reform. The hour centers on teacher challenges, parental involvement, and the idea that adding staff is only part of the fix if families and the community are not fully engaged.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:50:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240958</guid><enclosure length="45246054" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8278731_2026-04-17-181231.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue the MPS conversation with callers weighing in on classroom discipline, disruptive behavior, and the broader need for system reform. The hour centers on teacher challenges, parental involvement, and the idea that adding staff is only part of the fix if families and the community are not fully engaged.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey continue the MPS conversation with callers weighing in on classroom discipline, disruptive behavior, and the broader need for system reform. The hour centers on teacher challenges, parental involvement, and the idea that adding staff i...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey continue the MPS conversation with callers weighing in on classroom discipline, disruptive behavior, and the broader need for system reform. The hour centers on teacher challenges, parental involvement, and the idea that adding staff is only part of the fix if families and the community are not fully engaged.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:07</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey continue the MPS conversation with callers weighing in on classroom discipline, disruptive behavior, and the broader need for system reform. The hour centers on teacher challenges, parental involvement, and the idea that adding staff is only part of the fix if families and the community are not fully engaged.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM - Storm Fallout, Flooding Concerns &amp; Long-Awaited Arrest (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/15/truth-in-the-morning-96wy6jlfc3ymvxcmhqccamvxwysftrze</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show reacting to a severe storm that swept through Milwaukee, sharing firsthand experiences of dangerous road conditions, heavy flooding, and the widespread impact across neighborhoods. They highlight how quickly water accumulated, exposing recurring flood-prone areas and raising concerns about infrastructure as areas that historically avoided flooding are now repeatedly affected. The conversation questions the effectiveness of systems like the deep tunnel, especially as extreme weather events become more frequent.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone shifts as they discuss a long-awaited arrest in a double homicide case involving a respected community figure. While expressing relief that progress is being made, they also voice frustration over delays and inconsistencies in reporting. They question missing details in the criminal complaint, the lack of additional charges for others allegedly involved, and emphasize the importance of transparency and accountability for true closure, while acknowledging the emotional toll on the victims’ families.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:33:06 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240961</guid><enclosure length="43778048" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8266396_2026-04-15-155836.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show reacting to a severe storm that swept through Milwaukee, sharing firsthand experiences of dangerous road conditions, heavy flooding, and the widespread impact across neighborhoods. They highlight how quickly water accumulated, exposing recurring flood-prone areas and raising concerns about infrastructure as areas that historically avoided flooding are now repeatedly affected. The conversation questions the effectiveness of systems like the deep tunnel, especially as extreme weather events become more frequent.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone shifts as they discuss a long-awaited arrest in a double homicide case involving a respected community figure. While expressing relief that progress is being made, they also voice frustration over delays and inconsistencies in reporting. They question missing details in the criminal complaint, the lack of additional charges for others allegedly involved, and emphasize the importance of transparency and accountability for true closure, while acknowledging the emotional toll on the victims’ families.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame open the show reacting to a severe storm that swept through Milwaukee, sharing firsthand experiences of dangerous road conditions, heavy flooding, and the widespread impact across neighborhoods. They highlight how quickly water accumulat...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame open the show reacting to a severe storm that swept through Milwaukee, sharing firsthand experiences of dangerous road conditions, heavy flooding, and the widespread impact across neighborhoods. They highlight how quickly water accumulated, exposing recurring flood-prone areas and raising concerns about infrastructure as areas that historically avoided flooding are now repeatedly affected. The conversation questions the effectiveness of systems like the deep tunnel, especially as extreme weather events become more frequent. The tone shifts as they discuss a long-awaited arrest in a double homicide case involving a respected community figure. While expressing relief that progress is being made, they also voice frustration over delays and inconsistencies in reporting. They question missing details in the criminal complaint, the lack of additional charges for others allegedly involved, and emphasize the importance of transparency and accountability for true closure, while acknowledging the emotional toll on the victims’ families.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:35</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame open the show reacting to a severe storm that swept through Milwaukee, sharing firsthand experiences of dangerous road conditions, heavy flooding, and the widespread impact across neighborhoods. They highlight how quickly water accumulated, exposing recurring flood-prone areas and raising concerns about infrastructure as areas that historically avoided flooding are now repeatedly affected. The conversation questions the effectiveness of systems like the deep tunnel, especially as extreme weather events become more frequent. The tone shifts as they discuss a long-awaited arrest in a double homicide case involving a respected community figure. While expressing relief that progress is being made, they also voice frustration over delays and inconsistencies in reporting. They question missing details in the criminal complaint, the lack of additional charges for others allegedly involved, and emphasize the importance of transparency and accountability for true closure, while acknowledging the emotional toll on the victims’ families.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM - Workplace Debate, Justice Concerns &amp; Fire Safety Reality (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/15/truth-in-the-morning-mns8lmjkahr7kmxzjwttqnb0glbwh47r</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the second hour with a spirited and humorous debate on punctuality and workplace culture, sparked by a running joke about being late. Dame argues that performance and loyalty outweigh strict timeliness, while Homer emphasizes accountability and professionalism. Using sports analogies like Allen Iverson and Kobe Bryant, they explore what truly defines a strong worker and effective leadership.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then shifts to national issues, reacting to the DOJ’s move to vacate convictions tied to January 6th groups, raising concerns about fairness, accountability, and the message it sends about justice. After briefly lightening the mood with listener shoutouts and reflection, they close with a serious discussion on fire safety following the U-Haul fire. Dame shares firsthand experience as a former inspector, highlighting how lapses in testing and oversight can put lives at risk, and stressing the need for stronger accountability in safety systems.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:32:48 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240964</guid><enclosure length="44071649" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8266392_2026-04-15-155632.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the second hour with a spirited and humorous debate on punctuality and workplace culture, sparked by a running joke about being late. Dame argues that performance and loyalty outweigh strict timeliness, while Homer emphasizes accountability and professionalism. Using sports analogies like Allen Iverson and Kobe Bryant, they explore what truly defines a strong worker and effective leadership.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then shifts to national issues, reacting to the DOJ’s move to vacate convictions tied to January 6th groups, raising concerns about fairness, accountability, and the message it sends about justice. After briefly lightening the mood with listener shoutouts and reflection, they close with a serious discussion on fire safety following the U-Haul fire. Dame shares firsthand experience as a former inspector, highlighting how lapses in testing and oversight can put lives at risk, and stressing the need for stronger accountability in safety systems.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame open the second hour with a spirited and humorous debate on punctuality and workplace culture, sparked by a running joke about being late. Dame argues that performance and loyalty outweigh strict timeliness, while Homer emphasizes accoun...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame open the second hour with a spirited and humorous debate on punctuality and workplace culture, sparked by a running joke about being late. Dame argues that performance and loyalty outweigh strict timeliness, while Homer emphasizes accountability and professionalism. Using sports analogies like Allen Iverson and Kobe Bryant, they explore what truly defines a strong worker and effective leadership. The conversation then shifts to national issues, reacting to the DOJ’s move to vacate convictions tied to January 6th groups, raising concerns about fairness, accountability, and the message it sends about justice. After briefly lightening the mood with listener shoutouts and reflection, they close with a serious discussion on fire safety following the U-Haul fire. Dame shares firsthand experience as a former inspector, highlighting how lapses in testing and oversight can put lives at risk, and stressing the need for stronger accountability in safety systems.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:53</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame open the second hour with a spirited and humorous debate on punctuality and workplace culture, sparked by a running joke about being late. Dame argues that performance and loyalty outweigh strict timeliness, while Homer emphasizes accountability and professionalism. Using sports analogies like Allen Iverson and Kobe Bryant, they explore what truly defines a strong worker and effective leadership. The conversation then shifts to national issues, reacting to the DOJ’s move to vacate convictions tied to January 6th groups, raising concerns about fairness, accountability, and the message it sends about justice. After briefly lightening the mood with listener shoutouts and reflection, they close with a serious discussion on fire safety following the U-Haul fire. Dame shares firsthand experience as a former inspector, highlighting how lapses in testing and oversight can put lives at risk, and stressing the need for stronger accountability in safety systems.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM - Storms, Bucks Uncertainty &amp; Community Accountability (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/14/truth-in-the-morning-a1wi1yfwyzwsfwwdkfhkqsbf5p1zqosy</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show reacting to severe overnight storms across Milwaukee, including tornado sirens, flooding, and widespread damage, while acknowledging the stress and disruption these events bring to residents. They use the chaos as a metaphor to pivot into local sports, discussing the uncertainty surrounding the Bucks following Doc Rivers’ departure and what potential changes could be coming next.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then shifts toward community responsibility, using the flooding as a real-life example of how everyday actions—like littering and neglecting neighborhoods—can create larger problems. They emphasize that while city services matter, residents must take ownership of their communities, tying in efforts like the Torrey Lowe Community Cleanup. The hour closes with a focus on personal and financial responsibility, stressing the importance of prioritizing needs over wants and making disciplined decisions to avoid long-term instability.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:11:37 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240966</guid><enclosure length="44858081" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8254361_2026-04-14-143301.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show reacting to severe overnight storms across Milwaukee, including tornado sirens, flooding, and widespread damage, while acknowledging the stress and disruption these events bring to residents. They use the chaos as a metaphor to pivot into local sports, discussing the uncertainty surrounding the Bucks following Doc Rivers’ departure and what potential changes could be coming next.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then shifts toward community responsibility, using the flooding as a real-life example of how everyday actions—like littering and neglecting neighborhoods—can create larger problems. They emphasize that while city services matter, residents must take ownership of their communities, tying in efforts like the Torrey Lowe Community Cleanup. The hour closes with a focus on personal and financial responsibility, stressing the importance of prioritizing needs over wants and making disciplined decisions to avoid long-term instability.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey open the show reacting to severe overnight storms across Milwaukee, including tornado sirens, flooding, and widespread damage, while acknowledging the stress and disruption these events bring to residents. They use the chaos as a metap...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey open the show reacting to severe overnight storms across Milwaukee, including tornado sirens, flooding, and widespread damage, while acknowledging the stress and disruption these events bring to residents. They use the chaos as a metaphor to pivot into local sports, discussing the uncertainty surrounding the Bucks following Doc Rivers’ departure and what potential changes could be coming next. The conversation then shifts toward community responsibility, using the flooding as a real-life example of how everyday actions—like littering and neglecting neighborhoods—can create larger problems. They emphasize that while city services matter, residents must take ownership of their communities, tying in efforts like the Torrey Lowe Community Cleanup. The hour closes with a focus on personal and financial responsibility, stressing the importance of prioritizing needs over wants and making disciplined decisions to avoid long-term instability.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:43</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey open the show reacting to severe overnight storms across Milwaukee, including tornado sirens, flooding, and widespread damage, while acknowledging the stress and disruption these events bring to residents. They use the chaos as a metaphor to pivot into local sports, discussing the uncertainty surrounding the Bucks following Doc Rivers’ departure and what potential changes could be coming next. The conversation then shifts toward community responsibility, using the flooding as a real-life example of how everyday actions—like littering and neglecting neighborhoods—can create larger problems. They emphasize that while city services matter, residents must take ownership of their communities, tying in efforts like the Torrey Lowe Community Cleanup. The hour closes with a focus on personal and financial responsibility, stressing the importance of prioritizing needs over wants and making disciplined decisions to avoid long-term instability.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM - Policing, Personal Responsibility &amp; Community Change (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/14/truth-in-the-morning-hlbecm7jdd2pza2unpxzzi1ajusenq0v</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey begin the second hour by breaking down an officer-involved shooting, providing context from the police chief and pushing back on blanket criticism of law enforcement. They highlight the complexity of these situations, emphasizing the danger suspects pose and the real impact on victims and their families.&lt;br/&gt;
The discussion expands into broader themes of accountability, both financially and within the community. Using everyday examples, they stress how small decisions can lead to bigger consequences, from personal finances to public safety. The hour continues with a deeper look at community violence, where they argue that while programs can help, lasting change requires collective effort, awareness, and self-control. They close by focusing on youth behavior and parental responsibility, emphasizing that while guidance is important, accountability and consequences are necessary to drive real change.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:11:02 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240970</guid><enclosure length="44941967" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8254357_2026-04-14-145757.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey begin the second hour by breaking down an officer-involved shooting, providing context from the police chief and pushing back on blanket criticism of law enforcement. They highlight the complexity of these situations, emphasizing the danger suspects pose and the real impact on victims and their families.&lt;br/&gt;
The discussion expands into broader themes of accountability, both financially and within the community. Using everyday examples, they stress how small decisions can lead to bigger consequences, from personal finances to public safety. The hour continues with a deeper look at community violence, where they argue that while programs can help, lasting change requires collective effort, awareness, and self-control. They close by focusing on youth behavior and parental responsibility, emphasizing that while guidance is important, accountability and consequences are necessary to drive real change.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey begin the second hour by breaking down an officer-involved shooting, providing context from the police chief and pushing back on blanket criticism of law enforcement. They highlight the complexity of these situations, emphasizing the d...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey begin the second hour by breaking down an officer-involved shooting, providing context from the police chief and pushing back on blanket criticism of law enforcement. They highlight the complexity of these situations, emphasizing the danger suspects pose and the real impact on victims and their families. The discussion expands into broader themes of accountability, both financially and within the community. Using everyday examples, they stress how small decisions can lead to bigger consequences, from personal finances to public safety. The hour continues with a deeper look at community violence, where they argue that while programs can help, lasting change requires collective effort, awareness, and self-control. They close by focusing on youth behavior and parental responsibility, emphasizing that while guidance is important, accountability and consequences are necessary to drive real change.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:49</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey begin the second hour by breaking down an officer-involved shooting, providing context from the police chief and pushing back on blanket criticism of law enforcement. They highlight the complexity of these situations, emphasizing the danger suspects pose and the real impact on victims and their families. The discussion expands into broader themes of accountability, both financially and within the community. Using everyday examples, they stress how small decisions can lead to bigger consequences, from personal finances to public safety. The hour continues with a deeper look at community violence, where they argue that while programs can help, lasting change requires collective effort, awareness, and self-control. They close by focusing on youth behavior and parental responsibility, emphasizing that while guidance is important, accountability and consequences are necessary to drive real change.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM - Celebrating 414 Day and Rethinking Food Access in Milwaukee (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/13/truth-in-the-morning-pueqjjiwsigwaook2llsbo05raoz27qu</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame kick off the show with 414 Day energy, celebrating Milwaukee pride and the excitement around local culture, community support, and city-inspired sneaker releases. That opening spirit leads into a deeper conversation about the city itself, as they examine the ongoing problem of food deserts and why so many neighborhoods still lack reliable access to fresh groceries.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;From there, the hour becomes a solutions-focused discussion centered on the idea of municipally backed grocery stores. Using New York City’s plan as a jumping-off point, Homer and Dame ask why Milwaukee has not taken a similar approach. They argue that city-supported grocery models could help stabilize neighborhoods, create stronger local jobs, repurpose vacant retail spaces, and keep food access and economic resources rooted in the community instead of relying on private companies that can leave at any time.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:48:55 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240973</guid><enclosure length="45571112" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8229540_2026-04-13-183540.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame kick off the show with 414 Day energy, celebrating Milwaukee pride and the excitement around local culture, community support, and city-inspired sneaker releases. That opening spirit leads into a deeper conversation about the city itself, as they examine the ongoing problem of food deserts and why so many neighborhoods still lack reliable access to fresh groceries.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;From there, the hour becomes a solutions-focused discussion centered on the idea of municipally backed grocery stores. Using New York City’s plan as a jumping-off point, Homer and Dame ask why Milwaukee has not taken a similar approach. They argue that city-supported grocery models could help stabilize neighborhoods, create stronger local jobs, repurpose vacant retail spaces, and keep food access and economic resources rooted in the community instead of relying on private companies that can leave at any time.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame kick off the show with 414 Day energy, celebrating Milwaukee pride and the excitement around local culture, community support, and city-inspired sneaker releases. That opening spirit leads into a deeper conversation about the city itself...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame kick off the show with 414 Day energy, celebrating Milwaukee pride and the excitement around local culture, community support, and city-inspired sneaker releases. That opening spirit leads into a deeper conversation about the city itself, as they examine the ongoing problem of food deserts and why so many neighborhoods still lack reliable access to fresh groceries. From there, the hour becomes a solutions-focused discussion centered on the idea of municipally backed grocery stores. Using New York City’s plan as a jumping-off point, Homer and Dame ask why Milwaukee has not taken a similar approach. They argue that city-supported grocery models could help stabilize neighborhoods, create stronger local jobs, repurpose vacant retail spaces, and keep food access and economic resources rooted in the community instead of relying on private companies that can leave at any time.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:27</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame kick off the show with 414 Day energy, celebrating Milwaukee pride and the excitement around local culture, community support, and city-inspired sneaker releases. That opening spirit leads into a deeper conversation about the city itself, as they examine the ongoing problem of food deserts and why so many neighborhoods still lack reliable access to fresh groceries. From there, the hour becomes a solutions-focused discussion centered on the idea of municipally backed grocery stores. Using New York City’s plan as a jumping-off point, Homer and Dame ask why Milwaukee has not taken a similar approach. They argue that city-supported grocery models could help stabilize neighborhoods, create stronger local jobs, repurpose vacant retail spaces, and keep food access and economic resources rooted in the community instead of relying on private companies that can leave at any time.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM - Wealth Inequality, Community Priorities, and a Celebrity Culture Pivot (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/13/truth-in-the-morning-mtx0wxmffgeaabojvu6x5jp5js9q42bt</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame continue the morning by staying focused on community-driven solutions, tying Milwaukee’s grassroots spirit and neighborhood pride back to the bigger question of what real local investment should look like. That conversation expands into a broader look at economic inequality as they react to Bernie Sanders’ proposal to tax billionaires 5% and redirect resources toward lower- and middle-income households.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Throughout the hour, they connect the billionaire tax debate to the everyday struggles faced by working communities, especially those dealing with food insecurity, poor healthcare access, and widening economic gaps. Homer and Dame challenge the logic of extreme wealth concentration, criticize the failures of trickle-down economics, and question a system where communities are deprived of basic needs while a small number of people hold enormous fortunes. The hour closes with a sharp turn into celebrity culture, as they react to reports involving Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith following the Chris Rock Oscars fallout.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:48:05 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240975</guid><enclosure length="44774195" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8229526_2026-04-13-182126.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame continue the morning by staying focused on community-driven solutions, tying Milwaukee’s grassroots spirit and neighborhood pride back to the bigger question of what real local investment should look like. That conversation expands into a broader look at economic inequality as they react to Bernie Sanders’ proposal to tax billionaires 5% and redirect resources toward lower- and middle-income households.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Throughout the hour, they connect the billionaire tax debate to the everyday struggles faced by working communities, especially those dealing with food insecurity, poor healthcare access, and widening economic gaps. Homer and Dame challenge the logic of extreme wealth concentration, criticize the failures of trickle-down economics, and question a system where communities are deprived of basic needs while a small number of people hold enormous fortunes. The hour closes with a sharp turn into celebrity culture, as they react to reports involving Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith following the Chris Rock Oscars fallout.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame continue the morning by staying focused on community-driven solutions, tying Milwaukee’s grassroots spirit and neighborhood pride back to the bigger question of what real local investment should look like. That conversation expands into ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame continue the morning by staying focused on community-driven solutions, tying Milwaukee’s grassroots spirit and neighborhood pride back to the bigger question of what real local investment should look like. That conversation expands into a broader look at economic inequality as they react to Bernie Sanders’ proposal to tax billionaires 5% and redirect resources toward lower- and middle-income households. Throughout the hour, they connect the billionaire tax debate to the everyday struggles faced by working communities, especially those dealing with food insecurity, poor healthcare access, and widening economic gaps. Homer and Dame challenge the logic of extreme wealth concentration, criticize the failures of trickle-down economics, and question a system where communities are deprived of basic needs while a small number of people hold enormous fortunes. The hour closes with a sharp turn into celebrity culture, as they react to reports involving Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith following the Chris Rock Oscars fallout.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:37</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame continue the morning by staying focused on community-driven solutions, tying Milwaukee’s grassroots spirit and neighborhood pride back to the bigger question of what real local investment should look like. That conversation expands into a broader look at economic inequality as they react to Bernie Sanders’ proposal to tax billionaires 5% and redirect resources toward lower- and middle-income households. Throughout the hour, they connect the billionaire tax debate to the everyday struggles faced by working communities, especially those dealing with food insecurity, poor healthcare access, and widening economic gaps. Homer and Dame challenge the logic of extreme wealth concentration, criticize the failures of trickle-down economics, and question a system where communities are deprived of basic needs while a small number of people hold enormous fortunes. The hour closes with a sharp turn into celebrity culture, as they react to reports involving Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith following the Chris Rock Oscars fallout.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Road Rage, Traffic Changes &amp; Everyday Frustrations (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/09/truth-in-the-morning-jlqqjp8aab4vfil5ar9q9xepwx1hdefo</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open with light Milwaukee banter before diving into real concerns around traffic and safety. They discuss upcoming traffic calming initiatives and the balance between long-term safety improvements and short-term inconvenience for drivers and businesses.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation shifts to the dangers of road rage following a recent shooting, highlighting how quickly minor frustrations can escalate into life-altering decisions. They expand on how reckless behavior and crimes like carjackings impact not just victims, but entire communities, emphasizing the ripple effects on stability, safety, and everyday life.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:06:19 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240977</guid><enclosure length="45099253" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8125741_2026-04-09-154341.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open with light Milwaukee banter before diving into real concerns around traffic and safety. They discuss upcoming traffic calming initiatives and the balance between long-term safety improvements and short-term inconvenience for drivers and businesses.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation shifts to the dangers of road rage following a recent shooting, highlighting how quickly minor frustrations can escalate into life-altering decisions. They expand on how reckless behavior and crimes like carjackings impact not just victims, but entire communities, emphasizing the ripple effects on stability, safety, and everyday life.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey open with light Milwaukee banter before diving into real concerns around traffic and safety. They discuss upcoming traffic calming initiatives and the balance between long-term safety improvements and short-term inconvenience for drive...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey open with light Milwaukee banter before diving into real concerns around traffic and safety. They discuss upcoming traffic calming initiatives and the balance between long-term safety improvements and short-term inconvenience for drivers and businesses. The conversation shifts to the dangers of road rage following a recent shooting, highlighting how quickly minor frustrations can escalate into life-altering decisions. They expand on how reckless behavior and crimes like carjackings impact not just victims, but entire communities, emphasizing the ripple effects on stability, safety, and everyday life.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:58</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey open with light Milwaukee banter before diving into real concerns around traffic and safety. They discuss upcoming traffic calming initiatives and the balance between long-term safety improvements and short-term inconvenience for drivers and businesses. The conversation shifts to the dangers of road rage following a recent shooting, highlighting how quickly minor frustrations can escalate into life-altering decisions. They expand on how reckless behavior and crimes like carjackings impact not just victims, but entire communities, emphasizing the ripple effects on stability, safety, and everyday life.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Crime’s Impact &amp; A Powerful Conversation on Faith and Belief (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/09/truth-in-the-morning-3lpzvbjgmqlq4lbg2ljftjnbav7gdebi</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue examining the real-life impact of crime, focusing on how incidents like carjackings disrupt the lives of people trying to do the right thing. They stress the broader consequences these actions have on families, jobs, and community stability.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour then takes a deeper, more reflective turn into a conversation about faith, morality, and belief systems. Through thoughtful caller input, they explore perspectives on religion, atheism, and personal experience, creating an open dialogue about purpose and coexistence. The show closes with a heartfelt message centered on respect, understanding, and unity despite differing beliefs.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:05:05 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240980</guid><enclosure length="45770342" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8125708_2026-04-09-153308.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue examining the real-life impact of crime, focusing on how incidents like carjackings disrupt the lives of people trying to do the right thing. They stress the broader consequences these actions have on families, jobs, and community stability.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour then takes a deeper, more reflective turn into a conversation about faith, morality, and belief systems. Through thoughtful caller input, they explore perspectives on religion, atheism, and personal experience, creating an open dialogue about purpose and coexistence. The show closes with a heartfelt message centered on respect, understanding, and unity despite differing beliefs.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey continue examining the real-life impact of crime, focusing on how incidents like carjackings disrupt the lives of people trying to do the right thing. They stress the broader consequences these actions have on families, jobs, and commu...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey continue examining the real-life impact of crime, focusing on how incidents like carjackings disrupt the lives of people trying to do the right thing. They stress the broader consequences these actions have on families, jobs, and community stability. The hour then takes a deeper, more reflective turn into a conversation about faith, morality, and belief systems. Through thoughtful caller input, they explore perspectives on religion, atheism, and personal experience, creating an open dialogue about purpose and coexistence. The show closes with a heartfelt message centered on respect, understanding, and unity despite differing beliefs.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:40</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey continue examining the real-life impact of crime, focusing on how incidents like carjackings disrupt the lives of people trying to do the right thing. They stress the broader consequences these actions have on families, jobs, and community stability. The hour then takes a deeper, more reflective turn into a conversation about faith, morality, and belief systems. Through thoughtful caller input, they explore perspectives on religion, atheism, and personal experience, creating an open dialogue about purpose and coexistence. The show closes with a heartfelt message centered on respect, understanding, and unity despite differing beliefs.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Election Day Issues, Voter Responsibility &amp; Iran Ceasefire Debate (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/08/truth-in-the-morning-jrgvw9uucmwamby2tfqvdlm68ypsuayt</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the hour by breaking down Election Day frustrations, focusing on polling site issues that may have impacted voter turnout. They discuss how logistical problems, even small ones, can discourage participation, while also emphasizing personal responsibility in making voting a priority. Callers add perspective, creating a balanced conversation around access versus motivation.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation shifts to election results, highlighting key races like the Wisconsin Supreme Court and the long-term impact of judicial decisions. They close the hour with a strong critique of the handling of the Iran situation, questioning whether the ceasefire represents a true resolution or a cycle of escalation. The discussion explores leadership, global perception, and the importance of looking beyond headlines to understand cause and effect.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:50:08 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240983</guid><enclosure length="42341498" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8085481_2026-04-08-150921.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the hour by breaking down Election Day frustrations, focusing on polling site issues that may have impacted voter turnout. They discuss how logistical problems, even small ones, can discourage participation, while also emphasizing personal responsibility in making voting a priority. Callers add perspective, creating a balanced conversation around access versus motivation.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation shifts to election results, highlighting key races like the Wisconsin Supreme Court and the long-term impact of judicial decisions. They close the hour with a strong critique of the handling of the Iran situation, questioning whether the ceasefire represents a true resolution or a cycle of escalation. The discussion explores leadership, global perception, and the importance of looking beyond headlines to understand cause and effect.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame open the hour by breaking down Election Day frustrations, focusing on polling site issues that may have impacted voter turnout. They discuss how logistical problems, even small ones, can discourage participation, while also emphasizing p...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame open the hour by breaking down Election Day frustrations, focusing on polling site issues that may have impacted voter turnout. They discuss how logistical problems, even small ones, can discourage participation, while also emphasizing personal responsibility in making voting a priority. Callers add perspective, creating a balanced conversation around access versus motivation. The conversation shifts to election results, highlighting key races like the Wisconsin Supreme Court and the long-term impact of judicial decisions. They close the hour with a strong critique of the handling of the Iran situation, questioning whether the ceasefire represents a true resolution or a cycle of escalation. The discussion explores leadership, global perception, and the importance of looking beyond headlines to understand cause and effect.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>44:06</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame open the hour by breaking down Election Day frustrations, focusing on polling site issues that may have impacted voter turnout. They discuss how logistical problems, even small ones, can discourage participation, while also emphasizing personal responsibility in making voting a priority. Callers add perspective, creating a balanced conversation around access versus motivation. The conversation shifts to election results, highlighting key races like the Wisconsin Supreme Court and the long-term impact of judicial decisions. They close the hour with a strong critique of the handling of the Iran situation, questioning whether the ceasefire represents a true resolution or a cycle of escalation. The discussion explores leadership, global perception, and the importance of looking beyond headlines to understand cause and effect.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Iran Fallout, Global Impact &amp; Local Community Solutions (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/08/truth-in-the-morning-3x3cq8wiocqucf39fm7umhnivyaouh84</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame continue their in-depth discussion on the Iran ceasefire, questioning what the U.S. gained from the conflict and whether the outcome leaves more long-term challenges than solutions. They explore concerns around global perception, economic impact, and decision-making, while callers weigh in with differing viewpoints on whether the situation should be considered a success.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour then shifts back to Milwaukee, highlighting the creation of a Neighborhood Improvement District in Metcalfe Park. Homer and Dame emphasize the power of grassroots efforts, community organization, and local leadership in driving real change. They close the show with a call to action, encouraging listeners to stay informed, get involved, and take ownership in improving their neighborhoods.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:49:52 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240986</guid><enclosure length="44291850" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8085474_2026-04-08-152214.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame continue their in-depth discussion on the Iran ceasefire, questioning what the U.S. gained from the conflict and whether the outcome leaves more long-term challenges than solutions. They explore concerns around global perception, economic impact, and decision-making, while callers weigh in with differing viewpoints on whether the situation should be considered a success.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour then shifts back to Milwaukee, highlighting the creation of a Neighborhood Improvement District in Metcalfe Park. Homer and Dame emphasize the power of grassroots efforts, community organization, and local leadership in driving real change. They close the show with a call to action, encouraging listeners to stay informed, get involved, and take ownership in improving their neighborhoods.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame continue their in-depth discussion on the Iran ceasefire, questioning what the U.S. gained from the conflict and whether the outcome leaves more long-term challenges than solutions. They explore concerns around global perception, economi...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame continue their in-depth discussion on the Iran ceasefire, questioning what the U.S. gained from the conflict and whether the outcome leaves more long-term challenges than solutions. They explore concerns around global perception, economic impact, and decision-making, while callers weigh in with differing viewpoints on whether the situation should be considered a success. The hour then shifts back to Milwaukee, highlighting the creation of a Neighborhood Improvement District in Metcalfe Park. Homer and Dame emphasize the power of grassroots efforts, community organization, and local leadership in driving real change. They close the show with a call to action, encouraging listeners to stay informed, get involved, and take ownership in improving their neighborhoods.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:08</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame continue their in-depth discussion on the Iran ceasefire, questioning what the U.S. gained from the conflict and whether the outcome leaves more long-term challenges than solutions. They explore concerns around global perception, economic impact, and decision-making, while callers weigh in with differing viewpoints on whether the situation should be considered a success. The hour then shifts back to Milwaukee, highlighting the creation of a Neighborhood Improvement District in Metcalfe Park. Homer and Dame emphasize the power of grassroots efforts, community organization, and local leadership in driving real change. They close the show with a call to action, encouraging listeners to stay informed, get involved, and take ownership in improving their neighborhoods.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Election Day Push, Mysterious Fires &amp; MPS Budget Reality (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/07/truth-in-the-morning-zmvyzwun84scm3f9sifyi44rwjrvkhc3</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey start the show with light conversation about Milwaukee’s unpredictable weather before quickly pivoting to a strong reminder about the importance of voting, especially in local elections that often carry long-term impact. The tone shifts as they react to local breaking news, including a fire at Potawatomi Casino and a second fire at a U-Haul facility, raising eyebrows about whether the incidents are truly coincidental.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As the hour progresses, the conversation deepens into concerns about accountability and leadership, with growing skepticism around the repeated fires. The focus then transitions to Milwaukee Public Schools, where budget challenges take center stage. Bailey emphasizes the need for difficult financial decisions to stabilize the district, framing the situation as a tough but necessary step to prevent larger issues down the road.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:03:14 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240988</guid><enclosure length="44344279" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8081292_2026-04-07-141332.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey start the show with light conversation about Milwaukee’s unpredictable weather before quickly pivoting to a strong reminder about the importance of voting, especially in local elections that often carry long-term impact. The tone shifts as they react to local breaking news, including a fire at Potawatomi Casino and a second fire at a U-Haul facility, raising eyebrows about whether the incidents are truly coincidental.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As the hour progresses, the conversation deepens into concerns about accountability and leadership, with growing skepticism around the repeated fires. The focus then transitions to Milwaukee Public Schools, where budget challenges take center stage. Bailey emphasizes the need for difficult financial decisions to stabilize the district, framing the situation as a tough but necessary step to prevent larger issues down the road.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey start the show with light conversation about Milwaukee’s unpredictable weather before quickly pivoting to a strong reminder about the importance of voting, especially in local elections that often carry long-term impact. The tone shift...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey start the show with light conversation about Milwaukee’s unpredictable weather before quickly pivoting to a strong reminder about the importance of voting, especially in local elections that often carry long-term impact. The tone shifts as they react to local breaking news, including a fire at Potawatomi Casino and a second fire at a U-Haul facility, raising eyebrows about whether the incidents are truly coincidental. As the hour progresses, the conversation deepens into concerns about accountability and leadership, with growing skepticism around the repeated fires. The focus then transitions to Milwaukee Public Schools, where budget challenges take center stage. Bailey emphasizes the need for difficult financial decisions to stabilize the district, framing the situation as a tough but necessary step to prevent larger issues down the road.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:11</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey start the show with light conversation about Milwaukee’s unpredictable weather before quickly pivoting to a strong reminder about the importance of voting, especially in local elections that often carry long-term impact. The tone shifts as they react to local breaking news, including a fire at Potawatomi Casino and a second fire at a U-Haul facility, raising eyebrows about whether the incidents are truly coincidental. As the hour progresses, the conversation deepens into concerns about accountability and leadership, with growing skepticism around the repeated fires. The focus then transitions to Milwaukee Public Schools, where budget challenges take center stage. Bailey emphasizes the need for difficult financial decisions to stabilize the district, framing the situation as a tough but necessary step to prevent larger issues down the road.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: MPS Budget Tensions, Food Desert Solutions &amp; Community Accountability (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/07/truth-in-the-morning-pellsm4yxc5fjar445gx2ml6d1ocb01x</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue their in-depth discussion on Milwaukee Public Schools’ financial crisis, highlighting the tension between the teachers union and Superintendent Brenda Cassellius. They explore community reactions, with callers weighing in on accountability, leadership, and the long-term impact of delayed financial decisions. The conversation underscores the complexity of balancing educator concerns with the reality of budget constraints.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The focus then shifts to broader community issues, including new legislation aimed at addressing the loss of grocery stores and pharmacies in Milwaukee. Homer and Bailey discuss the impact of food deserts and the importance of giving communities time to respond before businesses close. They wrap up the show with a strong call to action, emphasizing that meaningful change requires both systemic solutions and individual responsibility, encouraging listeners to stay engaged, support their communities, and take pride in where they live.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:02:56 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240990</guid><enclosure length="44260392" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8081291_2026-04-07-145931.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue their in-depth discussion on Milwaukee Public Schools’ financial crisis, highlighting the tension between the teachers union and Superintendent Brenda Cassellius. They explore community reactions, with callers weighing in on accountability, leadership, and the long-term impact of delayed financial decisions. The conversation underscores the complexity of balancing educator concerns with the reality of budget constraints.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The focus then shifts to broader community issues, including new legislation aimed at addressing the loss of grocery stores and pharmacies in Milwaukee. Homer and Bailey discuss the impact of food deserts and the importance of giving communities time to respond before businesses close. They wrap up the show with a strong call to action, emphasizing that meaningful change requires both systemic solutions and individual responsibility, encouraging listeners to stay engaged, support their communities, and take pride in where they live.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey continue their in-depth discussion on Milwaukee Public Schools’ financial crisis, highlighting the tension between the teachers union and Superintendent Brenda Cassellius. They explore community reactions, with callers weighing in on a...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey continue their in-depth discussion on Milwaukee Public Schools’ financial crisis, highlighting the tension between the teachers union and Superintendent Brenda Cassellius. They explore community reactions, with callers weighing in on accountability, leadership, and the long-term impact of delayed financial decisions. The conversation underscores the complexity of balancing educator concerns with the reality of budget constraints. The focus then shifts to broader community issues, including new legislation aimed at addressing the loss of grocery stores and pharmacies in Milwaukee. Homer and Bailey discuss the impact of food deserts and the importance of giving communities time to respond before businesses close. They wrap up the show with a strong call to action, emphasizing that meaningful change requires both systemic solutions and individual responsibility, encouraging listeners to stay engaged, support their communities, and take pride in where they live.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:05</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey continue their in-depth discussion on Milwaukee Public Schools’ financial crisis, highlighting the tension between the teachers union and Superintendent Brenda Cassellius. They explore community reactions, with callers weighing in on accountability, leadership, and the long-term impact of delayed financial decisions. The conversation underscores the complexity of balancing educator concerns with the reality of budget constraints. The focus then shifts to broader community issues, including new legislation aimed at addressing the loss of grocery stores and pharmacies in Milwaukee. Homer and Bailey discuss the impact of food deserts and the importance of giving communities time to respond before businesses close. They wrap up the show with a strong call to action, emphasizing that meaningful change requires both systemic solutions and individual responsibility, encouraging listeners to stay engaged, support their communities, and take pride in where they live.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Burnout, Community Violence &amp; Rebuilding Accountability (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/06/truth-in-the-morning-nsidb1mcmtwdawwhjhds6go2phbeizkw</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show reflecting on Easter weekend before diving into a deeper conversation about burnout and the emotional toll of doing community work. They stress that self-care isn’t optional, it’s essential, especially for those constantly pouring into others. That theme of emotional weight carries into a tragic story out of Milwaukee, where a fatal shooting involving a well-known community member sparks frustration and reflection on how quickly conflicts escalate.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As the hour continues, the focus shifts toward solutions. Listeners join the conversation, emphasizing de-escalation, personal accountability, and the importance of walking away from conflict. The discussion expands into whether conflict resolution should be taught more intentionally in schools and communities. Homer and Dame close the hour by examining the breakdown of the “village” mentality, arguing that rebuilding relationships, leadership, and shared responsibility is key to preventing future tragedies.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:58:12 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240992</guid><enclosure length="43935334" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8079163_2026-04-06-163203.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show reflecting on Easter weekend before diving into a deeper conversation about burnout and the emotional toll of doing community work. They stress that self-care isn’t optional, it’s essential, especially for those constantly pouring into others. That theme of emotional weight carries into a tragic story out of Milwaukee, where a fatal shooting involving a well-known community member sparks frustration and reflection on how quickly conflicts escalate.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As the hour continues, the focus shifts toward solutions. Listeners join the conversation, emphasizing de-escalation, personal accountability, and the importance of walking away from conflict. The discussion expands into whether conflict resolution should be taught more intentionally in schools and communities. Homer and Dame close the hour by examining the breakdown of the “village” mentality, arguing that rebuilding relationships, leadership, and shared responsibility is key to preventing future tragedies.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame open the show reflecting on Easter weekend before diving into a deeper conversation about burnout and the emotional toll of doing community work. They stress that self-care isn’t optional, it’s essential, especially for those constantly ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame open the show reflecting on Easter weekend before diving into a deeper conversation about burnout and the emotional toll of doing community work. They stress that self-care isn’t optional, it’s essential, especially for those constantly pouring into others. That theme of emotional weight carries into a tragic story out of Milwaukee, where a fatal shooting involving a well-known community member sparks frustration and reflection on how quickly conflicts escalate. As the hour continues, the focus shifts toward solutions. Listeners join the conversation, emphasizing de-escalation, personal accountability, and the importance of walking away from conflict. The discussion expands into whether conflict resolution should be taught more intentionally in schools and communities. Homer and Dame close the hour by examining the breakdown of the “village” mentality, arguing that rebuilding relationships, leadership, and shared responsibility is key to preventing future tragedies.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:45</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame open the show reflecting on Easter weekend before diving into a deeper conversation about burnout and the emotional toll of doing community work. They stress that self-care isn’t optional, it’s essential, especially for those constantly pouring into others. That theme of emotional weight carries into a tragic story out of Milwaukee, where a fatal shooting involving a well-known community member sparks frustration and reflection on how quickly conflicts escalate. As the hour continues, the focus shifts toward solutions. Listeners join the conversation, emphasizing de-escalation, personal accountability, and the importance of walking away from conflict. The discussion expands into whether conflict resolution should be taught more intentionally in schools and communities. Homer and Dame close the hour by examining the breakdown of the “village” mentality, arguing that rebuilding relationships, leadership, and shared responsibility is key to preventing future tragedies.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Violence, Leadership Gaps &amp; Concerns Over Global Tensions (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/06/truth-in-the-morning-gdy7eyosoquyo2efqheimmdvcqjnbtro</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame continue the conversation on violence, highlighting another brutal incident as an example of how quickly situations spiral out of control. They explore generational accountability, with Dame pointing to a failure in passing down values like restraint and conflict resolution. The discussion then broadens to compare Milwaukee with cities like New York, where declining homicide rates are attributed to leadership, trust, and a sense of hope within the community.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour takes a wider turn into national and global issues, focusing on escalating rhetoric toward Iran. Homer and Dame question leadership decisions and tone, expressing concern about the ripple effects of aggressive messaging both internationally and domestically. They close the show by connecting global instability to local behavior, arguing that leadership at the top can influence culture everywhere, reinforcing either calm or chaos.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:58:03 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240995</guid><enclosure length="44124078" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8079160_2026-04-06-161500.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame continue the conversation on violence, highlighting another brutal incident as an example of how quickly situations spiral out of control. They explore generational accountability, with Dame pointing to a failure in passing down values like restraint and conflict resolution. The discussion then broadens to compare Milwaukee with cities like New York, where declining homicide rates are attributed to leadership, trust, and a sense of hope within the community.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour takes a wider turn into national and global issues, focusing on escalating rhetoric toward Iran. Homer and Dame question leadership decisions and tone, expressing concern about the ripple effects of aggressive messaging both internationally and domestically. They close the show by connecting global instability to local behavior, arguing that leadership at the top can influence culture everywhere, reinforcing either calm or chaos.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame continue the conversation on violence, highlighting another brutal incident as an example of how quickly situations spiral out of control. They explore generational accountability, with Dame pointing to a failure in passing down values l...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame continue the conversation on violence, highlighting another brutal incident as an example of how quickly situations spiral out of control. They explore generational accountability, with Dame pointing to a failure in passing down values like restraint and conflict resolution. The discussion then broadens to compare Milwaukee with cities like New York, where declining homicide rates are attributed to leadership, trust, and a sense of hope within the community. The hour takes a wider turn into national and global issues, focusing on escalating rhetoric toward Iran. Homer and Dame question leadership decisions and tone, expressing concern about the ripple effects of aggressive messaging both internationally and domestically. They close the show by connecting global instability to local behavior, arguing that leadership at the top can influence culture everywhere, reinforcing either calm or chaos.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:58</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame continue the conversation on violence, highlighting another brutal incident as an example of how quickly situations spiral out of control. They explore generational accountability, with Dame pointing to a failure in passing down values like restraint and conflict resolution. The discussion then broadens to compare Milwaukee with cities like New York, where declining homicide rates are attributed to leadership, trust, and a sense of hope within the community. The hour takes a wider turn into national and global issues, focusing on escalating rhetoric toward Iran. Homer and Dame question leadership decisions and tone, expressing concern about the ripple effects of aggressive messaging both internationally and domestically. They close the show by connecting global instability to local behavior, arguing that leadership at the top can influence culture everywhere, reinforcing either calm or chaos.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Flooding Frustrations, Landlord Lessons &amp; Political Accountability Questions (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/03/truth-in-the-morning-03pjqpmlmvyz2fbsbsrz3cwmfpxnbyha</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show addressing heavy rain and ongoing flooding across Milwaukee, raising concerns about infrastructure and the city’s ability to handle repeated storms. They highlight the emotional and financial strain on residents still recovering from past damage, noting how recurring weather events create anxiety and disrupt everyday life.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation transitions into housing and accountability, with Homer sharing firsthand landlord experiences and the challenges of balancing empathy with responsibility. They discuss tenant behavior, property damage, and the need for clearer expectations. Later, the focus shifts to national politics, where they question recent firings within Trump’s circle and what it could mean for accountability, transparency, and ongoing controversies. The hour wraps with a practical and candid discussion on tenant screening, mixing humor with real-life lessons from both hosts and callers.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:07:21 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:240997</guid><enclosure length="43169873" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8075577_2026-04-03-141717.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show addressing heavy rain and ongoing flooding across Milwaukee, raising concerns about infrastructure and the city’s ability to handle repeated storms. They highlight the emotional and financial strain on residents still recovering from past damage, noting how recurring weather events create anxiety and disrupt everyday life.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation transitions into housing and accountability, with Homer sharing firsthand landlord experiences and the challenges of balancing empathy with responsibility. They discuss tenant behavior, property damage, and the need for clearer expectations. Later, the focus shifts to national politics, where they question recent firings within Trump’s circle and what it could mean for accountability, transparency, and ongoing controversies. The hour wraps with a practical and candid discussion on tenant screening, mixing humor with real-life lessons from both hosts and callers.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame open the show addressing heavy rain and ongoing flooding across Milwaukee, raising concerns about infrastructure and the city’s ability to handle repeated storms. They highlight the emotional and financial strain on residents still recov...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame open the show addressing heavy rain and ongoing flooding across Milwaukee, raising concerns about infrastructure and the city’s ability to handle repeated storms. They highlight the emotional and financial strain on residents still recovering from past damage, noting how recurring weather events create anxiety and disrupt everyday life. The conversation transitions into housing and accountability, with Homer sharing firsthand landlord experiences and the challenges of balancing empathy with responsibility. They discuss tenant behavior, property damage, and the need for clearer expectations. Later, the focus shifts to national politics, where they question recent firings within Trump’s circle and what it could mean for accountability, transparency, and ongoing controversies. The hour wraps with a practical and candid discussion on tenant screening, mixing humor with real-life lessons from both hosts and callers.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>44:57</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame open the show addressing heavy rain and ongoing flooding across Milwaukee, raising concerns about infrastructure and the city’s ability to handle repeated storms. They highlight the emotional and financial strain on residents still recovering from past damage, noting how recurring weather events create anxiety and disrupt everyday life. The conversation transitions into housing and accountability, with Homer sharing firsthand landlord experiences and the challenges of balancing empathy with responsibility. They discuss tenant behavior, property damage, and the need for clearer expectations. Later, the focus shifts to national politics, where they question recent firings within Trump’s circle and what it could mean for accountability, transparency, and ongoing controversies. The hour wraps with a practical and candid discussion on tenant screening, mixing humor with real-life lessons from both hosts and callers.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Community Impact, Scholarship Spotlight, Culture &amp; Nostalgic Reflections (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/03/truth-in-the-morning-yyna4nzxtu621rdpci6thzx8s10jgpji</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame kick off the second hour with “What the Business Is,” giving local entrepreneurs a platform before transitioning into a meaningful conversation about community impact. They spotlight the Delta Memorial Endowment Fund and its upcoming Literary Luncheon, highlighting decades of work supporting Milwaukee youth through scholarships and education-focused initiatives.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The show then shifts gears into a mix of entertainment and broader commentary, reacting to reports involving rappers connected to a robbery and questioning decision-making in high-risk environments. They close the show on a lighter, nostalgic note with birthday shoutouts and reflections on childhood memories, from school cafeteria trades to shared generational moments like the Challenger explosion, tying it all together with a sense of community and lived experience.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:06:53 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241000</guid><enclosure length="44365250" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8075555_2026-04-03-145455.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame kick off the second hour with “What the Business Is,” giving local entrepreneurs a platform before transitioning into a meaningful conversation about community impact. They spotlight the Delta Memorial Endowment Fund and its upcoming Literary Luncheon, highlighting decades of work supporting Milwaukee youth through scholarships and education-focused initiatives.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The show then shifts gears into a mix of entertainment and broader commentary, reacting to reports involving rappers connected to a robbery and questioning decision-making in high-risk environments. They close the show on a lighter, nostalgic note with birthday shoutouts and reflections on childhood memories, from school cafeteria trades to shared generational moments like the Challenger explosion, tying it all together with a sense of community and lived experience.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame kick off the second hour with “What the Business Is,” giving local entrepreneurs a platform before transitioning into a meaningful conversation about community impact. They spotlight the Delta Memorial Endowment Fund and its upcoming Lit...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame kick off the second hour with “What the Business Is,” giving local entrepreneurs a platform before transitioning into a meaningful conversation about community impact. They spotlight the Delta Memorial Endowment Fund and its upcoming Literary Luncheon, highlighting decades of work supporting Milwaukee youth through scholarships and education-focused initiatives. The show then shifts gears into a mix of entertainment and broader commentary, reacting to reports involving rappers connected to a robbery and questioning decision-making in high-risk environments. They close the show on a lighter, nostalgic note with birthday shoutouts and reflections on childhood memories, from school cafeteria trades to shared generational moments like the Challenger explosion, tying it all together with a sense of community and lived experience.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:12</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame kick off the second hour with “What the Business Is,” giving local entrepreneurs a platform before transitioning into a meaningful conversation about community impact. They spotlight the Delta Memorial Endowment Fund and its upcoming Literary Luncheon, highlighting decades of work supporting Milwaukee youth through scholarships and education-focused initiatives. The show then shifts gears into a mix of entertainment and broader commentary, reacting to reports involving rappers connected to a robbery and questioning decision-making in high-risk environments. They close the show on a lighter, nostalgic note with birthday shoutouts and reflections on childhood memories, from school cafeteria trades to shared generational moments like the Challenger explosion, tying it all together with a sense of community and lived experience.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Economic Frustration, Trump Policies, Global Tensions &amp; Leadership Concerns (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/02/truth-in-the-morning-myz7b8opoqe0edtcq7gaccaksub6ypxk</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey start with some light banter before quickly shifting into a heated and wide-ranging discussion on politics and the economy. They react strongly to recent remarks from former President Trump, questioning his leadership, tone, and policy decisions, including challenges to birthright citizenship and broader economic impacts like rising gas prices, grocery costs, and job losses. The conversation highlights growing frustration with current conditions and skepticism about whether public opinion will lead to meaningful political change.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour expands into concerns about global stability, with the hosts discussing strained international relationships and the potential consequences of U.S. involvement in conflicts abroad, particularly with Iran. They also touch on claims surrounding Epstein-related files, expressing doubt about whether any real accountability or new information will emerge. Overall, the hour blends political critique with concerns about leadership, trust, and the direction of both domestic and global affairs.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:31:08 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241002</guid><enclosure length="44260392" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8072980_2026-04-02-144220.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey start with some light banter before quickly shifting into a heated and wide-ranging discussion on politics and the economy. They react strongly to recent remarks from former President Trump, questioning his leadership, tone, and policy decisions, including challenges to birthright citizenship and broader economic impacts like rising gas prices, grocery costs, and job losses. The conversation highlights growing frustration with current conditions and skepticism about whether public opinion will lead to meaningful political change.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour expands into concerns about global stability, with the hosts discussing strained international relationships and the potential consequences of U.S. involvement in conflicts abroad, particularly with Iran. They also touch on claims surrounding Epstein-related files, expressing doubt about whether any real accountability or new information will emerge. Overall, the hour blends political critique with concerns about leadership, trust, and the direction of both domestic and global affairs.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey start with some light banter before quickly shifting into a heated and wide-ranging discussion on politics and the economy. They react strongly to recent remarks from former President Trump, questioning his leadership, tone, and policy...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey start with some light banter before quickly shifting into a heated and wide-ranging discussion on politics and the economy. They react strongly to recent remarks from former President Trump, questioning his leadership, tone, and policy decisions, including challenges to birthright citizenship and broader economic impacts like rising gas prices, grocery costs, and job losses. The conversation highlights growing frustration with current conditions and skepticism about whether public opinion will lead to meaningful political change. The hour expands into concerns about global stability, with the hosts discussing strained international relationships and the potential consequences of U.S. involvement in conflicts abroad, particularly with Iran. They also touch on claims surrounding Epstein-related files, expressing doubt about whether any real accountability or new information will emerge. Overall, the hour blends political critique with concerns about leadership, trust, and the direction of both domestic and global affairs.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:06</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey start with some light banter before quickly shifting into a heated and wide-ranging discussion on politics and the economy. They react strongly to recent remarks from former President Trump, questioning his leadership, tone, and policy decisions, including challenges to birthright citizenship and broader economic impacts like rising gas prices, grocery costs, and job losses. The conversation highlights growing frustration with current conditions and skepticism about whether public opinion will lead to meaningful political change. The hour expands into concerns about global stability, with the hosts discussing strained international relationships and the potential consequences of U.S. involvement in conflicts abroad, particularly with Iran. They also touch on claims surrounding Epstein-related files, expressing doubt about whether any real accountability or new information will emerge. Overall, the hour blends political critique with concerns about leadership, trust, and the direction of both domestic and global affairs.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Teen Takeovers, Social Media Influence, Community Accountability &amp; Solutions (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/02/truth-in-the-morning-e1o4v4dg5e0uhbmigdwbnowi0ch5xcp6</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey revisit the growing issue of teen “takeovers,” broadening the conversation beyond Milwaukee to similar incidents happening globally, including in London. They explore whether social media is playing a central role in organizing these gatherings, with some questioning if there could be larger forces or coordinated efforts behind the trend. Callers add to the urgency, raising concerns about safety, parental oversight, and the potential for youth to be influenced or manipulated.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The discussion shifts toward solutions, emphasizing the importance of community accountability and parental involvement. Homer and Bailey highlight local efforts, resources, and programs aimed at providing positive outlets for young people, pushing back on the idea that there are “no options” for youth. They close the show by encouraging listeners to focus on action over speculation, pointing to accessible opportunities like recreation programs, summer camps, and job initiatives as ways to guide kids toward better paths.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:30:07 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241005</guid><enclosure length="44270878" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8072977_2026-04-02-140017.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey revisit the growing issue of teen “takeovers,” broadening the conversation beyond Milwaukee to similar incidents happening globally, including in London. They explore whether social media is playing a central role in organizing these gatherings, with some questioning if there could be larger forces or coordinated efforts behind the trend. Callers add to the urgency, raising concerns about safety, parental oversight, and the potential for youth to be influenced or manipulated.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The discussion shifts toward solutions, emphasizing the importance of community accountability and parental involvement. Homer and Bailey highlight local efforts, resources, and programs aimed at providing positive outlets for young people, pushing back on the idea that there are “no options” for youth. They close the show by encouraging listeners to focus on action over speculation, pointing to accessible opportunities like recreation programs, summer camps, and job initiatives as ways to guide kids toward better paths.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey revisit the growing issue of teen “takeovers,” broadening the conversation beyond Milwaukee to similar incidents happening globally, including in London. They explore whether social media is playing a central role in organizing these g...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey revisit the growing issue of teen “takeovers,” broadening the conversation beyond Milwaukee to similar incidents happening globally, including in London. They explore whether social media is playing a central role in organizing these gatherings, with some questioning if there could be larger forces or coordinated efforts behind the trend. Callers add to the urgency, raising concerns about safety, parental oversight, and the potential for youth to be influenced or manipulated. The discussion shifts toward solutions, emphasizing the importance of community accountability and parental involvement. Homer and Bailey highlight local efforts, resources, and programs aimed at providing positive outlets for young people, pushing back on the idea that there are “no options” for youth. They close the show by encouraging listeners to focus on action over speculation, pointing to accessible opportunities like recreation programs, summer camps, and job initiatives as ways to guide kids toward better paths.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:06</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey revisit the growing issue of teen “takeovers,” broadening the conversation beyond Milwaukee to similar incidents happening globally, including in London. They explore whether social media is playing a central role in organizing these gatherings, with some questioning if there could be larger forces or coordinated efforts behind the trend. Callers add to the urgency, raising concerns about safety, parental oversight, and the potential for youth to be influenced or manipulated. The discussion shifts toward solutions, emphasizing the importance of community accountability and parental involvement. Homer and Bailey highlight local efforts, resources, and programs aimed at providing positive outlets for young people, pushing back on the idea that there are “no options” for youth. They close the show by encouraging listeners to focus on action over speculation, pointing to accessible opportunities like recreation programs, summer camps, and job initiatives as ways to guide kids toward better paths.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Teen Takeovers, Conspiracy Concerns, Youth Engagement &amp; Community Solutions (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/01/truth-in-the-morning-evpg49nwcmwrwjfbmgu9hayznx28bcbn</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the hour with growing concern over the surge of teen takeovers across Milwaukee, questioning how quickly these events are organized and whether there may be deeper forces at play. The conversation takes a serious turn as Dame connects the trend to historical tactics like COINTELPRO, suggesting these incidents could be used to shape negative perceptions of urban communities and justify increased policing. The discussion expands beyond Milwaukee, recognizing this as a nationwide issue rather than an isolated problem.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They are joined by Mama Raisin McCullum from the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, who highlights the wide range of youth programs available while pointing out a key challenge: the teens involved in these incidents often aren’t engaged in traditional outlets. She emphasizes the importance of direct, intentional outreach to reach those most at risk. The hour wraps with a lighter shift, as the hosts react to listener comments and pivot into humor around everyday decision-making and shopping frustrations.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:29:31 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241008</guid><enclosure length="45267025" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8072975_2026-04-02-142715.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the hour with growing concern over the surge of teen takeovers across Milwaukee, questioning how quickly these events are organized and whether there may be deeper forces at play. The conversation takes a serious turn as Dame connects the trend to historical tactics like COINTELPRO, suggesting these incidents could be used to shape negative perceptions of urban communities and justify increased policing. The discussion expands beyond Milwaukee, recognizing this as a nationwide issue rather than an isolated problem.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They are joined by Mama Raisin McCullum from the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, who highlights the wide range of youth programs available while pointing out a key challenge: the teens involved in these incidents often aren’t engaged in traditional outlets. She emphasizes the importance of direct, intentional outreach to reach those most at risk. The hour wraps with a lighter shift, as the hosts react to listener comments and pivot into humor around everyday decision-making and shopping frustrations.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame open the hour with growing concern over the surge of teen takeovers across Milwaukee, questioning how quickly these events are organized and whether there may be deeper forces at play. The conversation takes a serious turn as Dame connec...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame open the hour with growing concern over the surge of teen takeovers across Milwaukee, questioning how quickly these events are organized and whether there may be deeper forces at play. The conversation takes a serious turn as Dame connects the trend to historical tactics like COINTELPRO, suggesting these incidents could be used to shape negative perceptions of urban communities and justify increased policing. The discussion expands beyond Milwaukee, recognizing this as a nationwide issue rather than an isolated problem. They are joined by Mama Raisin McCullum from the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, who highlights the wide range of youth programs available while pointing out a key challenge: the teens involved in these incidents often aren’t engaged in traditional outlets. She emphasizes the importance of direct, intentional outreach to reach those most at risk. The hour wraps with a lighter shift, as the hosts react to listener comments and pivot into humor around everyday decision-making and shopping frustrations.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:08</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame open the hour with growing concern over the surge of teen takeovers across Milwaukee, questioning how quickly these events are organized and whether there may be deeper forces at play. The conversation takes a serious turn as Dame connects the trend to historical tactics like COINTELPRO, suggesting these incidents could be used to shape negative perceptions of urban communities and justify increased policing. The discussion expands beyond Milwaukee, recognizing this as a nationwide issue rather than an isolated problem. They are joined by Mama Raisin McCullum from the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, who highlights the wide range of youth programs available while pointing out a key challenge: the teens involved in these incidents often aren’t engaged in traditional outlets. She emphasizes the importance of direct, intentional outreach to reach those most at risk. The hour wraps with a lighter shift, as the hosts react to listener comments and pivot into humor around everyday decision-making and shopping frustrations.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Relationship Truths, Double Standards &amp; The Honesty Dilemma (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/04/01/truth-in-the-morning-sb7rxkbeorjx4gnhssruegcgntvdvob9</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame pivot into a lighter, more humorous conversation centered around relationships, sparked by a provocative YouTube comment about men and women. What begins as playful banter evolves into a deeper discussion about communication, expectations, and the complexities of honesty between partners. Callers weigh in with differing perspectives, highlighting how factors like confidence, mood, and perception influence how feedback is received.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation leans into the age-old question: do people really want the truth? The hosts explore the risks of brutal honesty, especially in moments where one wrong answer can derail an entire evening. They also unpack double standards in dating and communication, acknowledging that both men and women struggle with hearing uncomfortable truths. The hour closes with a candid reflection on ego, vulnerability, and the delicate balance between honesty and harmony in relationships.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:28:57 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241013</guid><enclosure length="44239421" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8072971_2026-04-02-145611.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame pivot into a lighter, more humorous conversation centered around relationships, sparked by a provocative YouTube comment about men and women. What begins as playful banter evolves into a deeper discussion about communication, expectations, and the complexities of honesty between partners. Callers weigh in with differing perspectives, highlighting how factors like confidence, mood, and perception influence how feedback is received.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation leans into the age-old question: do people really want the truth? The hosts explore the risks of brutal honesty, especially in moments where one wrong answer can derail an entire evening. They also unpack double standards in dating and communication, acknowledging that both men and women struggle with hearing uncomfortable truths. The hour closes with a candid reflection on ego, vulnerability, and the delicate balance between honesty and harmony in relationships.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame pivot into a lighter, more humorous conversation centered around relationships, sparked by a provocative YouTube comment about men and women. What begins as playful banter evolves into a deeper discussion about communication, expectation...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame pivot into a lighter, more humorous conversation centered around relationships, sparked by a provocative YouTube comment about men and women. What begins as playful banter evolves into a deeper discussion about communication, expectations, and the complexities of honesty between partners. Callers weigh in with differing perspectives, highlighting how factors like confidence, mood, and perception influence how feedback is received. The conversation leans into the age-old question: do people really want the truth? The hosts explore the risks of brutal honesty, especially in moments where one wrong answer can derail an entire evening. They also unpack double standards in dating and communication, acknowledging that both men and women struggle with hearing uncomfortable truths. The hour closes with a candid reflection on ego, vulnerability, and the delicate balance between honesty and harmony in relationships.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:04</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame pivot into a lighter, more humorous conversation centered around relationships, sparked by a provocative YouTube comment about men and women. What begins as playful banter evolves into a deeper discussion about communication, expectations, and the complexities of honesty between partners. Callers weigh in with differing perspectives, highlighting how factors like confidence, mood, and perception influence how feedback is received. The conversation leans into the age-old question: do people really want the truth? The hosts explore the risks of brutal honesty, especially in moments where one wrong answer can derail an entire evening. They also unpack double standards in dating and communication, acknowledging that both men and women struggle with hearing uncomfortable truths. The hour closes with a candid reflection on ego, vulnerability, and the delicate balance between honesty and harmony in relationships.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: No Kings Protests, Teen Takeover Escalation, Parenting &amp; Accountability (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/31/truth-in-the-morning-gcul6phfuvgql5lu0monhvizrg6njhfk</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show discussing the “No Kings” protests while acknowledging the broader national concerns tied to rising costs and conversations around expanding the military draft age. The tone quickly shifts locally as they react to a troubling incident at Moody Park, where gunfire broke out during another teen takeover, signaling a dangerous escalation from previous events.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation centers heavily on accountability, with Bailey delivering a passionate message to parents about the role of home training and supervision in shaping children’s behavior. Homer and Bailey push back on the idea that kids lack opportunities, arguing instead that resources exist but aren’t being embraced. Callers add their perspectives, highlighting concerns about parenting gaps, substance abuse, and the potential for increased policing if these patterns continue.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:11:46 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241017</guid><enclosure length="44910510" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8068068_2026-03-31-145108.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show discussing the “No Kings” protests while acknowledging the broader national concerns tied to rising costs and conversations around expanding the military draft age. The tone quickly shifts locally as they react to a troubling incident at Moody Park, where gunfire broke out during another teen takeover, signaling a dangerous escalation from previous events.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation centers heavily on accountability, with Bailey delivering a passionate message to parents about the role of home training and supervision in shaping children’s behavior. Homer and Bailey push back on the idea that kids lack opportunities, arguing instead that resources exist but aren’t being embraced. Callers add their perspectives, highlighting concerns about parenting gaps, substance abuse, and the potential for increased policing if these patterns continue.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey open the show discussing the “No Kings” protests while acknowledging the broader national concerns tied to rising costs and conversations around expanding the military draft age. The tone quickly shifts locally as they react to a troub...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey open the show discussing the “No Kings” protests while acknowledging the broader national concerns tied to rising costs and conversations around expanding the military draft age. The tone quickly shifts locally as they react to a troubling incident at Moody Park, where gunfire broke out during another teen takeover, signaling a dangerous escalation from previous events. The conversation centers heavily on accountability, with Bailey delivering a passionate message to parents about the role of home training and supervision in shaping children’s behavior. Homer and Bailey push back on the idea that kids lack opportunities, arguing instead that resources exist but aren’t being embraced. Callers add their perspectives, highlighting concerns about parenting gaps, substance abuse, and the potential for increased policing if these patterns continue.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:46</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey open the show discussing the “No Kings” protests while acknowledging the broader national concerns tied to rising costs and conversations around expanding the military draft age. The tone quickly shifts locally as they react to a troubling incident at Moody Park, where gunfire broke out during another teen takeover, signaling a dangerous escalation from previous events. The conversation centers heavily on accountability, with Bailey delivering a passionate message to parents about the role of home training and supervision in shaping children’s behavior. Homer and Bailey push back on the idea that kids lack opportunities, arguing instead that resources exist but aren’t being embraced. Callers add their perspectives, highlighting concerns about parenting gaps, substance abuse, and the potential for increased policing if these patterns continue.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Teen Takeover Accountability, Parenting Debate, Team Teal 365 &amp; Survivor Advocacy (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/31/truth-in-the-morning-ewycjw0dbklcgrnwb5zgkxynohayysvz</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue the discussion around teen takeovers, diving deeper into accountability and parenting expectations. They react to listener feedback and poll results, emphasizing that reckless behavior shouldn’t be normalized as a phase and calling for stronger values and discipline at home. The conversation reflects a mix of frustration and concern about how these incidents continue to unfold in public spaces.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour shifts to a powerful and meaningful conversation with Samantha Collier and Tycie Godsey of Team Teal 365. They share their mission of supporting survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence, highlighting the importance of safe spaces, community support, and the message “we believe you.” The discussion also previews upcoming Sexual Assault Awareness Month events and provides resources for those in need, closing the show on a message of healing, advocacy, and empowerment.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:11:21 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241021</guid><enclosure length="45078282" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8068064_2026-03-31-143304.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue the discussion around teen takeovers, diving deeper into accountability and parenting expectations. They react to listener feedback and poll results, emphasizing that reckless behavior shouldn’t be normalized as a phase and calling for stronger values and discipline at home. The conversation reflects a mix of frustration and concern about how these incidents continue to unfold in public spaces.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour shifts to a powerful and meaningful conversation with Samantha Collier and Tycie Godsey of Team Teal 365. They share their mission of supporting survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence, highlighting the importance of safe spaces, community support, and the message “we believe you.” The discussion also previews upcoming Sexual Assault Awareness Month events and provides resources for those in need, closing the show on a message of healing, advocacy, and empowerment.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey continue the discussion around teen takeovers, diving deeper into accountability and parenting expectations. They react to listener feedback and poll results, emphasizing that reckless behavior shouldn’t be normalized as a phase and ca...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey continue the discussion around teen takeovers, diving deeper into accountability and parenting expectations. They react to listener feedback and poll results, emphasizing that reckless behavior shouldn’t be normalized as a phase and calling for stronger values and discipline at home. The conversation reflects a mix of frustration and concern about how these incidents continue to unfold in public spaces. The hour shifts to a powerful and meaningful conversation with Samantha Collier and Tycie Godsey of Team Teal 365. They share their mission of supporting survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence, highlighting the importance of safe spaces, community support, and the message “we believe you.” The discussion also previews upcoming Sexual Assault Awareness Month events and provides resources for those in need, closing the show on a message of healing, advocacy, and empowerment.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:57</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey continue the discussion around teen takeovers, diving deeper into accountability and parenting expectations. They react to listener feedback and poll results, emphasizing that reckless behavior shouldn’t be normalized as a phase and calling for stronger values and discipline at home. The conversation reflects a mix of frustration and concern about how these incidents continue to unfold in public spaces. The hour shifts to a powerful and meaningful conversation with Samantha Collier and Tycie Godsey of Team Teal 365. They share their mission of supporting survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence, highlighting the importance of safe spaces, community support, and the message “we believe you.” The discussion also previews upcoming Sexual Assault Awareness Month events and provides resources for those in need, closing the show on a message of healing, advocacy, and empowerment.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Thanalysis Live Recap, Bayshore Teen Takeover, Youth Summit Reaction (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/30/truth-in-the-morning-3zrzmpgoq61tm7nkp6eqn5jk9mwcszvn</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show celebrating a huge weekend in Milwaukee, highlighting the success of Thanalysis Live and the impact of major names like Giannis and Ric Flair showing up. Homer also reflects on being inducted into the Milwaukee Hip Hop Museum Hall of Fame, sharing what the moment means to him personally and culturally.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation shifts to the Bayshore Mall “teen takeover,” where social media-driven gatherings led to fights and arrests. Joined by community violence interrupter Vaun Mays, they break down what actually happened on the ground and stress that these incidents are part of a larger ongoing issue. They also push back on media coverage that focused on a single arrest instead of the success of a youth anti-violence summit, emphasizing the importance of telling more balanced stories about Milwaukee’s youth.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:40:22 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241024</guid><enclosure length="47343206" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8065734_2026-03-30-144734.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show celebrating a huge weekend in Milwaukee, highlighting the success of Thanalysis Live and the impact of major names like Giannis and Ric Flair showing up. Homer also reflects on being inducted into the Milwaukee Hip Hop Museum Hall of Fame, sharing what the moment means to him personally and culturally.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation shifts to the Bayshore Mall “teen takeover,” where social media-driven gatherings led to fights and arrests. Joined by community violence interrupter Vaun Mays, they break down what actually happened on the ground and stress that these incidents are part of a larger ongoing issue. They also push back on media coverage that focused on a single arrest instead of the success of a youth anti-violence summit, emphasizing the importance of telling more balanced stories about Milwaukee’s youth.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame open the show celebrating a huge weekend in Milwaukee, highlighting the success of Thanalysis Live and the impact of major names like Giannis and Ric Flair showing up. Homer also reflects on being inducted into the Milwaukee Hip Hop Muse...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame open the show celebrating a huge weekend in Milwaukee, highlighting the success of Thanalysis Live and the impact of major names like Giannis and Ric Flair showing up. Homer also reflects on being inducted into the Milwaukee Hip Hop Museum Hall of Fame, sharing what the moment means to him personally and culturally. The conversation shifts to the Bayshore Mall “teen takeover,” where social media-driven gatherings led to fights and arrests. Joined by community violence interrupter Vaun Mays, they break down what actually happened on the ground and stress that these incidents are part of a larger ongoing issue. They also push back on media coverage that focused on a single arrest instead of the success of a youth anti-violence summit, emphasizing the importance of telling more balanced stories about Milwaukee’s youth.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>49:18</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame open the show celebrating a huge weekend in Milwaukee, highlighting the success of Thanalysis Live and the impact of major names like Giannis and Ric Flair showing up. Homer also reflects on being inducted into the Milwaukee Hip Hop Museum Hall of Fame, sharing what the moment means to him personally and culturally. The conversation shifts to the Bayshore Mall “teen takeover,” where social media-driven gatherings led to fights and arrests. Joined by community violence interrupter Vaun Mays, they break down what actually happened on the ground and stress that these incidents are part of a larger ongoing issue. They also push back on media coverage that focused on a single arrest instead of the success of a youth anti-violence summit, emphasizing the importance of telling more balanced stories about Milwaukee’s youth.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Media Narratives, Community Accountability, Iran Tensions &amp; U.S. Involvement (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/30/truth-in-the-morning-xnud2jdsh4beb4n0tweqsnnyo7bxnrrp</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame continue the conversation around Milwaukee’s youth and media coverage, expressing frustration that positive community efforts like the anti-violence summit received little attention compared to negative headlines. They take calls from listeners, diving into community accountability, youth behavior, and the need for stronger local storytelling that reflects the full picture.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour then pivots to global politics, with a critical discussion on rising tensions with Iran and concerns about potential U.S. escalation. They question leadership decisions, examine the risks of a prolonged conflict, and connect it to real-world impacts like gas prices and economic strain. The show wraps with a passionate conversation about protests and the broader consequences of war, urging listeners to think critically about the direction of the country.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:39:11 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241028</guid><enclosure length="42509271" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8065733_2026-03-30-144333.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame continue the conversation around Milwaukee’s youth and media coverage, expressing frustration that positive community efforts like the anti-violence summit received little attention compared to negative headlines. They take calls from listeners, diving into community accountability, youth behavior, and the need for stronger local storytelling that reflects the full picture.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour then pivots to global politics, with a critical discussion on rising tensions with Iran and concerns about potential U.S. escalation. They question leadership decisions, examine the risks of a prolonged conflict, and connect it to real-world impacts like gas prices and economic strain. The show wraps with a passionate conversation about protests and the broader consequences of war, urging listeners to think critically about the direction of the country.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame continue the conversation around Milwaukee’s youth and media coverage, expressing frustration that positive community efforts like the anti-violence summit received little attention compared to negative headlines. They take calls from li...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame continue the conversation around Milwaukee’s youth and media coverage, expressing frustration that positive community efforts like the anti-violence summit received little attention compared to negative headlines. They take calls from listeners, diving into community accountability, youth behavior, and the need for stronger local storytelling that reflects the full picture. The hour then pivots to global politics, with a critical discussion on rising tensions with Iran and concerns about potential U.S. escalation. They question leadership decisions, examine the risks of a prolonged conflict, and connect it to real-world impacts like gas prices and economic strain. The show wraps with a passionate conversation about protests and the broader consequences of war, urging listeners to think critically about the direction of the country.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>44:16</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame continue the conversation around Milwaukee’s youth and media coverage, expressing frustration that positive community efforts like the anti-violence summit received little attention compared to negative headlines. They take calls from listeners, diving into community accountability, youth behavior, and the need for stronger local storytelling that reflects the full picture. The hour then pivots to global politics, with a critical discussion on rising tensions with Iran and concerns about potential U.S. escalation. They question leadership decisions, examine the risks of a prolonged conflict, and connect it to real-world impacts like gas prices and economic strain. The show wraps with a passionate conversation about protests and the broader consequences of war, urging listeners to think critically about the direction of the country.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Grocery Store Closures, Food Apartheid and Milwaukee’s North Side (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/27/truth-in-the-morning-jsxxixa9krcrdimqzt2f2qudeth2st4q</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame spent the hour digging into grocery store closures in Milwaukee and questioning the explanations often given for why stores leave predominantly Black neighborhoods. What began as a light conversation about grocery shopping habits quickly turned into a deeper discussion about access, equity, and whether theft is being used as a convenient excuse. Using new data that suggested theft had actually declined at some shuttered locations, they challenged the idea that crime alone is driving these closures and raised the broader concept of “food apartheid,” arguing that reduced access to healthy food in Black communities reflects larger systemic choices.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As the conversation continued, callers added their own perspectives, with some pointing to theft, upkeep, and profitability concerns, while Bailey and Dame kept the focus on what they see as a pattern of disinvestment. They questioned why similar issues do not seem to lead to the same outcomes in whiter neighborhoods and stressed the importance of recognizing corporate decision-making as part of the problem. The hour ultimately became a conversation about power, accountability, and what it means for a community when essential resources keep disappearing.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:30:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241034</guid><enclosure length="44574965" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8062067_2026-03-27-130907.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame spent the hour digging into grocery store closures in Milwaukee and questioning the explanations often given for why stores leave predominantly Black neighborhoods. What began as a light conversation about grocery shopping habits quickly turned into a deeper discussion about access, equity, and whether theft is being used as a convenient excuse. Using new data that suggested theft had actually declined at some shuttered locations, they challenged the idea that crime alone is driving these closures and raised the broader concept of “food apartheid,” arguing that reduced access to healthy food in Black communities reflects larger systemic choices.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As the conversation continued, callers added their own perspectives, with some pointing to theft, upkeep, and profitability concerns, while Bailey and Dame kept the focus on what they see as a pattern of disinvestment. They questioned why similar issues do not seem to lead to the same outcomes in whiter neighborhoods and stressed the importance of recognizing corporate decision-making as part of the problem. The hour ultimately became a conversation about power, accountability, and what it means for a community when essential resources keep disappearing.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey and Dame spent the hour digging into grocery store closures in Milwaukee and questioning the explanations often given for why stores leave predominantly Black neighborhoods. What began as a light conversation about grocery shopping habits quickl...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey and Dame spent the hour digging into grocery store closures in Milwaukee and questioning the explanations often given for why stores leave predominantly Black neighborhoods. What began as a light conversation about grocery shopping habits quickly turned into a deeper discussion about access, equity, and whether theft is being used as a convenient excuse. Using new data that suggested theft had actually declined at some shuttered locations, they challenged the idea that crime alone is driving these closures and raised the broader concept of “food apartheid,” arguing that reduced access to healthy food in Black communities reflects larger systemic choices. As the conversation continued, callers added their own perspectives, with some pointing to theft, upkeep, and profitability concerns, while Bailey and Dame kept the focus on what they see as a pattern of disinvestment. They questioned why similar issues do not seem to lead to the same outcomes in whiter neighborhoods and stressed the importance of recognizing corporate decision-making as part of the problem. The hour ultimately became a conversation about power, accountability, and what it means for a community when essential resources keep disappearing.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:25</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey and Dame spent the hour digging into grocery store closures in Milwaukee and questioning the explanations often given for why stores leave predominantly Black neighborhoods. What began as a light conversation about grocery shopping habits quickly turned into a deeper discussion about access, equity, and whether theft is being used as a convenient excuse. Using new data that suggested theft had actually declined at some shuttered locations, they challenged the idea that crime alone is driving these closures and raised the broader concept of “food apartheid,” arguing that reduced access to healthy food in Black communities reflects larger systemic choices. As the conversation continued, callers added their own perspectives, with some pointing to theft, upkeep, and profitability concerns, while Bailey and Dame kept the focus on what they see as a pattern of disinvestment. They questioned why similar issues do not seem to lead to the same outcomes in whiter neighborhoods and stressed the importance of recognizing corporate decision-making as part of the problem. The hour ultimately became a conversation about power, accountability, and what it means for a community when essential resources keep disappearing.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: What the Business Is, Tank vs. Tyrese, New Edition Legacy Debate (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/27/truth-in-the-morning-cbmicjmc4lpbmdjgducpnek0pifnqe2f</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame opened the hour by giving local entrepreneurs a spotlight during “What the Business Is,” taking calls from listeners promoting their businesses and reinforcing the importance of community support and visibility. The segment kept things rooted locally before the conversation pivoted into pop culture, where a viral Tank vs. Tyrese moment sparked laughter and a breakdown of “ribbing” — that uniquely Milwaukee style of playful roasting that blends humor with respect.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;From there, the conversation turned into a full-on celebration of R&amp;amp;B greatness, with Bailey and Dame passionately defending New Edition’s place in music history. They argued the group’s impact goes far beyond nostalgia, calling them the blueprint for modern boy bands and even worthy of a Super Bowl stage. As the hour wrapped, they debated which artists or groups could realistically go head-to-head with New Edition, ultimately landing on the idea that some legends simply operate in their own tier.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:53:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241037</guid><enclosure length="44417679" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8062087_2026-03-27-135827.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame opened the hour by giving local entrepreneurs a spotlight during “What the Business Is,” taking calls from listeners promoting their businesses and reinforcing the importance of community support and visibility. The segment kept things rooted locally before the conversation pivoted into pop culture, where a viral Tank vs. Tyrese moment sparked laughter and a breakdown of “ribbing” — that uniquely Milwaukee style of playful roasting that blends humor with respect.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;From there, the conversation turned into a full-on celebration of R&amp;amp;B greatness, with Bailey and Dame passionately defending New Edition’s place in music history. They argued the group’s impact goes far beyond nostalgia, calling them the blueprint for modern boy bands and even worthy of a Super Bowl stage. As the hour wrapped, they debated which artists or groups could realistically go head-to-head with New Edition, ultimately landing on the idea that some legends simply operate in their own tier.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey and Dame opened the hour by giving local entrepreneurs a spotlight during “What the Business Is,” taking calls from listeners promoting their businesses and reinforcing the importance of community support and visibility. The segment kept things ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey and Dame opened the hour by giving local entrepreneurs a spotlight during “What the Business Is,” taking calls from listeners promoting their businesses and reinforcing the importance of community support and visibility. The segment kept things rooted locally before the conversation pivoted into pop culture, where a viral Tank vs. Tyrese moment sparked laughter and a breakdown of “ribbing” — that uniquely Milwaukee style of playful roasting that blends humor with respect. From there, the conversation turned into a full-on celebration of R&amp;B greatness, with Bailey and Dame passionately defending New Edition’s place in music history. They argued the group’s impact goes far beyond nostalgia, calling them the blueprint for modern boy bands and even worthy of a Super Bowl stage. As the hour wrapped, they debated which artists or groups could realistically go head-to-head with New Edition, ultimately landing on the idea that some legends simply operate in their own tier.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:15</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey and Dame opened the hour by giving local entrepreneurs a spotlight during “What the Business Is,” taking calls from listeners promoting their businesses and reinforcing the importance of community support and visibility. The segment kept things rooted locally before the conversation pivoted into pop culture, where a viral Tank vs. Tyrese moment sparked laughter and a breakdown of “ribbing” — that uniquely Milwaukee style of playful roasting that blends humor with respect. From there, the conversation turned into a full-on celebration of R&amp;B greatness, with Bailey and Dame passionately defending New Edition’s place in music history. They argued the group’s impact goes far beyond nostalgia, calling them the blueprint for modern boy bands and even worthy of a Super Bowl stage. As the hour wrapped, they debated which artists or groups could realistically go head-to-head with New Edition, ultimately landing on the idea that some legends simply operate in their own tier.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Family, Social Media, and Staying Connected (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/26/truth-in-the-morning-uzui6tikh82lq6ks0gberjci7vvjqxxo</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame kick things off by reflecting on Opening Day for the Brewers and the realities of being a small-market team, before pivoting into what really fuels a city: community. From Bronzeville Week to the fading tradition of family reunions, the conversation becomes a warm, nostalgic look at how gatherings once shaped identity, pride, and connection across generations. Listeners are invited to reflect on whether those traditions still exist in their lives today.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;That sense of connection contrasts sharply with the next topic: social media. The hosts unpack how platforms are intentionally designed to keep users hooked, especially younger audiences, and explore the ripple effects on mental health, identity, and self-image. From unrealistic beauty standards to the influence of filters and AI, they question what age is appropriate for kids to enter that world and whether today’s generation fully understands what they’re consuming.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:06:35 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241040</guid><enclosure length="45487226" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8059830_2026-03-26-145530.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame kick things off by reflecting on Opening Day for the Brewers and the realities of being a small-market team, before pivoting into what really fuels a city: community. From Bronzeville Week to the fading tradition of family reunions, the conversation becomes a warm, nostalgic look at how gatherings once shaped identity, pride, and connection across generations. Listeners are invited to reflect on whether those traditions still exist in their lives today.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;That sense of connection contrasts sharply with the next topic: social media. The hosts unpack how platforms are intentionally designed to keep users hooked, especially younger audiences, and explore the ripple effects on mental health, identity, and self-image. From unrealistic beauty standards to the influence of filters and AI, they question what age is appropriate for kids to enter that world and whether today’s generation fully understands what they’re consuming.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey and Dame kick things off by reflecting on Opening Day for the Brewers and the realities of being a small-market team, before pivoting into what really fuels a city: community. From Bronzeville Week to the fading tradition of family reunions, the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey and Dame kick things off by reflecting on Opening Day for the Brewers and the realities of being a small-market team, before pivoting into what really fuels a city: community. From Bronzeville Week to the fading tradition of family reunions, the conversation becomes a warm, nostalgic look at how gatherings once shaped identity, pride, and connection across generations. Listeners are invited to reflect on whether those traditions still exist in their lives today. That sense of connection contrasts sharply with the next topic: social media. The hosts unpack how platforms are intentionally designed to keep users hooked, especially younger audiences, and explore the ripple effects on mental health, identity, and self-image. From unrealistic beauty standards to the influence of filters and AI, they question what age is appropriate for kids to enter that world and whether today’s generation fully understands what they’re consuming.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:22</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey and Dame kick things off by reflecting on Opening Day for the Brewers and the realities of being a small-market team, before pivoting into what really fuels a city: community. From Bronzeville Week to the fading tradition of family reunions, the conversation becomes a warm, nostalgic look at how gatherings once shaped identity, pride, and connection across generations. Listeners are invited to reflect on whether those traditions still exist in their lives today. That sense of connection contrasts sharply with the next topic: social media. The hosts unpack how platforms are intentionally designed to keep users hooked, especially younger audiences, and explore the ripple effects on mental health, identity, and self-image. From unrealistic beauty standards to the influence of filters and AI, they question what age is appropriate for kids to enter that world and whether today’s generation fully understands what they’re consuming.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Parenting in the Digital Age and MPS at a Crossroads (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/26/truth-in-the-morning-aakutgqz3yb0uzn2mtezbwhbyxus9phy</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The conversation continues with a deeper dive into parenting in the digital era, as Bailey and Dame discuss the balance between access and accountability. They explore tools like parental control apps and emphasize that phones should serve as a means of safety and communication—not unlimited freedom. Listeners weigh in on boundaries, reinforcing the idea that involvement and guidance are key as kids navigate online spaces.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The focus then shifts to Milwaukee Public Schools, where over 200 job cuts highlight ongoing financial strain. Bailey and Dame tackle the difficult reality of declining enrollment and the need for restructuring, debating whether MPS should function more like a business or remain a public service at its core. They close by circling back to responsibility—both in parenting and in civic life—touching on a local political controversy and encouraging listeners to participate in early voting and stay engaged in their community.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:05:34 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241044</guid><enclosure length="43096473" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8059823_2026-03-26-145423.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;The conversation continues with a deeper dive into parenting in the digital era, as Bailey and Dame discuss the balance between access and accountability. They explore tools like parental control apps and emphasize that phones should serve as a means of safety and communication—not unlimited freedom. Listeners weigh in on boundaries, reinforcing the idea that involvement and guidance are key as kids navigate online spaces.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The focus then shifts to Milwaukee Public Schools, where over 200 job cuts highlight ongoing financial strain. Bailey and Dame tackle the difficult reality of declining enrollment and the need for restructuring, debating whether MPS should function more like a business or remain a public service at its core. They close by circling back to responsibility—both in parenting and in civic life—touching on a local political controversy and encouraging listeners to participate in early voting and stay engaged in their community.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>The conversation continues with a deeper dive into parenting in the digital era, as Bailey and Dame discuss the balance between access and accountability. They explore tools like parental control apps and emphasize that phones should serve as a means o...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>The conversation continues with a deeper dive into parenting in the digital era, as Bailey and Dame discuss the balance between access and accountability. They explore tools like parental control apps and emphasize that phones should serve as a means of safety and communication—not unlimited freedom. Listeners weigh in on boundaries, reinforcing the idea that involvement and guidance are key as kids navigate online spaces. The focus then shifts to Milwaukee Public Schools, where over 200 job cuts highlight ongoing financial strain. Bailey and Dame tackle the difficult reality of declining enrollment and the need for restructuring, debating whether MPS should function more like a business or remain a public service at its core. They close by circling back to responsibility—both in parenting and in civic life—touching on a local political controversy and encouraging listeners to participate in early voting and stay engaged in their community.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>44:52</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>The conversation continues with a deeper dive into parenting in the digital era, as Bailey and Dame discuss the balance between access and accountability. They explore tools like parental control apps and emphasize that phones should serve as a means of safety and communication—not unlimited freedom. Listeners weigh in on boundaries, reinforcing the idea that involvement and guidance are key as kids navigate online spaces. The focus then shifts to Milwaukee Public Schools, where over 200 job cuts highlight ongoing financial strain. Bailey and Dame tackle the difficult reality of declining enrollment and the need for restructuring, debating whether MPS should function more like a business or remain a public service at its core. They close by circling back to responsibility—both in parenting and in civic life—touching on a local political controversy and encouraging listeners to participate in early voting and stay engaged in their community.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: The Wiz, Bus Safety Concerns, and Transportation Failures (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/25/truth-in-the-morning-tazyo5rdthx5qer8meq99lpahyvbodag</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show on a positive note, with Homer sharing his experience attending The Wiz at the Marcus Performing Arts Center. He highlights the energy, talent, and cultural significance of the production, encouraging the community to show up while it’s in town. That conversation naturally shifts into a discussion about work-life balance, as both hosts reflect on the importance of stepping away and taking care of yourself, even when you’re deeply committed to serving others.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone quickly turns serious as they revisit the alarming bus driver incident involving Homer’s grandson, now gaining attention from local media. They question the bus company’s explanation, pointing out multiple safety concerns including an unauthorized stop, lack of responsiveness, and failure to intervene. The conversation expands into broader transportation safety issues following a deadly collision at LaGuardia Airport, with the hosts drawing a clear connection: whether it’s school buses or airports, understaffing, fatigue, and lack of oversight are creating dangerous conditions.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:06:37 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241047</guid><enclosure length="43987763" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8057380_2026-03-25-144320.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show on a positive note, with Homer sharing his experience attending The Wiz at the Marcus Performing Arts Center. He highlights the energy, talent, and cultural significance of the production, encouraging the community to show up while it’s in town. That conversation naturally shifts into a discussion about work-life balance, as both hosts reflect on the importance of stepping away and taking care of yourself, even when you’re deeply committed to serving others.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone quickly turns serious as they revisit the alarming bus driver incident involving Homer’s grandson, now gaining attention from local media. They question the bus company’s explanation, pointing out multiple safety concerns including an unauthorized stop, lack of responsiveness, and failure to intervene. The conversation expands into broader transportation safety issues following a deadly collision at LaGuardia Airport, with the hosts drawing a clear connection: whether it’s school buses or airports, understaffing, fatigue, and lack of oversight are creating dangerous conditions.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame open the show on a positive note, with Homer sharing his experience attending The Wiz at the Marcus Performing Arts Center. He highlights the energy, talent, and cultural significance of the production, encouraging the community to show ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame open the show on a positive note, with Homer sharing his experience attending The Wiz at the Marcus Performing Arts Center. He highlights the energy, talent, and cultural significance of the production, encouraging the community to show up while it’s in town. That conversation naturally shifts into a discussion about work-life balance, as both hosts reflect on the importance of stepping away and taking care of yourself, even when you’re deeply committed to serving others. The tone quickly turns serious as they revisit the alarming bus driver incident involving Homer’s grandson, now gaining attention from local media. They question the bus company’s explanation, pointing out multiple safety concerns including an unauthorized stop, lack of responsiveness, and failure to intervene. The conversation expands into broader transportation safety issues following a deadly collision at LaGuardia Airport, with the hosts drawing a clear connection: whether it’s school buses or airports, understaffing, fatigue, and lack of oversight are creating dangerous conditions.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:48</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame open the show on a positive note, with Homer sharing his experience attending The Wiz at the Marcus Performing Arts Center. He highlights the energy, talent, and cultural significance of the production, encouraging the community to show up while it’s in town. That conversation naturally shifts into a discussion about work-life balance, as both hosts reflect on the importance of stepping away and taking care of yourself, even when you’re deeply committed to serving others. The tone quickly turns serious as they revisit the alarming bus driver incident involving Homer’s grandson, now gaining attention from local media. They question the bus company’s explanation, pointing out multiple safety concerns including an unauthorized stop, lack of responsiveness, and failure to intervene. The conversation expands into broader transportation safety issues following a deadly collision at LaGuardia Airport, with the hosts drawing a clear connection: whether it’s school buses or airports, understaffing, fatigue, and lack of oversight are creating dangerous conditions.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: ICE Concerns, Iran Debate, and Local Political Tension (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/25/truth-in-the-morning-rhevjddmskgjjsarhy92el1d4wigcjsq</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame begin the hour with a strong reaction to the increasing presence of ICE agents in airports, raising concerns about intimidation tactics and the broader implications for civil liberties. They question whether these measures are truly about security or part of a larger effort to instill fear, particularly in communities of color, and discuss how such tactics could extend into other areas like voting access.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation shifts globally as they push back on claims that the U.S. has “won” a war against Iran, emphasizing the complexity of international conflict and warning against oversimplified narratives. A heated exchange with a caller highlights the divide in perspectives, with Dame offering historical context and challenging the idea that military action equals victory. The hour wraps with a local political development, as Homer and Dame react to Karen Taylor’s unexpected setback in her appointment to lead Milwaukee’s Office of Community Wellness and Safety, questioning the role of politics despite her strong qualifications and community backing.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:05:56 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241051</guid><enclosure length="44166021" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8057368_2026-03-25-145708.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame begin the hour with a strong reaction to the increasing presence of ICE agents in airports, raising concerns about intimidation tactics and the broader implications for civil liberties. They question whether these measures are truly about security or part of a larger effort to instill fear, particularly in communities of color, and discuss how such tactics could extend into other areas like voting access.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation shifts globally as they push back on claims that the U.S. has “won” a war against Iran, emphasizing the complexity of international conflict and warning against oversimplified narratives. A heated exchange with a caller highlights the divide in perspectives, with Dame offering historical context and challenging the idea that military action equals victory. The hour wraps with a local political development, as Homer and Dame react to Karen Taylor’s unexpected setback in her appointment to lead Milwaukee’s Office of Community Wellness and Safety, questioning the role of politics despite her strong qualifications and community backing.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame begin the hour with a strong reaction to the increasing presence of ICE agents in airports, raising concerns about intimidation tactics and the broader implications for civil liberties. They question whether these measures are truly abou...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame begin the hour with a strong reaction to the increasing presence of ICE agents in airports, raising concerns about intimidation tactics and the broader implications for civil liberties. They question whether these measures are truly about security or part of a larger effort to instill fear, particularly in communities of color, and discuss how such tactics could extend into other areas like voting access. The conversation shifts globally as they push back on claims that the U.S. has “won” a war against Iran, emphasizing the complexity of international conflict and warning against oversimplified narratives. A heated exchange with a caller highlights the divide in perspectives, with Dame offering historical context and challenging the idea that military action equals victory. The hour wraps with a local political development, as Homer and Dame react to Karen Taylor’s unexpected setback in her appointment to lead Milwaukee’s Office of Community Wellness and Safety, questioning the role of politics despite her strong qualifications and community backing.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:59</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame begin the hour with a strong reaction to the increasing presence of ICE agents in airports, raising concerns about intimidation tactics and the broader implications for civil liberties. They question whether these measures are truly about security or part of a larger effort to instill fear, particularly in communities of color, and discuss how such tactics could extend into other areas like voting access. The conversation shifts globally as they push back on claims that the U.S. has “won” a war against Iran, emphasizing the complexity of international conflict and warning against oversimplified narratives. A heated exchange with a caller highlights the divide in perspectives, with Dame offering historical context and challenging the idea that military action equals victory. The hour wraps with a local political development, as Homer and Dame react to Karen Taylor’s unexpected setback in her appointment to lead Milwaukee’s Office of Community Wellness and Safety, questioning the role of politics despite her strong qualifications and community backing.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: New Edition Debate, Weekend Concerts, and Milwaukee Violence Response (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/24/truth-in-the-morning-fbtzwey304qllkvpuvmss3ox8orw9iir</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey kick off the show reflecting on a lively weekend of concerts and outings, celebrating the lasting impact of iconic performers like New Edition, Boyz II Men, and Toni Braxton. That conversation quickly turns into a spirited debate over Milwaukee honoring New Edition with an official city day, with the hosts defending the group’s cultural influence, longevity, and ability to still pack major venues. Listeners chime in, reinforcing the idea that New Edition’s legacy is worthy of recognition alongside all-time greats.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone shifts as the show tackles Milwaukee’s ongoing struggle with gun violence. Homer and Bailey react to Mayor Cavalier Johnson’s call for stronger action, debating whether more laws will actually help or if solutions lie in enforcement, community programs, and accountability. They stress that while systemic challenges exist, resources like job programs and community initiatives are available but often underutilized. The hour ends with a powerful message: real change requires both institutional support and individuals taking responsibility within their communities.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:29:25 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241055</guid><enclosure length="44291850" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8055031_2026-03-24-142231.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey kick off the show reflecting on a lively weekend of concerts and outings, celebrating the lasting impact of iconic performers like New Edition, Boyz II Men, and Toni Braxton. That conversation quickly turns into a spirited debate over Milwaukee honoring New Edition with an official city day, with the hosts defending the group’s cultural influence, longevity, and ability to still pack major venues. Listeners chime in, reinforcing the idea that New Edition’s legacy is worthy of recognition alongside all-time greats.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone shifts as the show tackles Milwaukee’s ongoing struggle with gun violence. Homer and Bailey react to Mayor Cavalier Johnson’s call for stronger action, debating whether more laws will actually help or if solutions lie in enforcement, community programs, and accountability. They stress that while systemic challenges exist, resources like job programs and community initiatives are available but often underutilized. The hour ends with a powerful message: real change requires both institutional support and individuals taking responsibility within their communities.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey kick off the show reflecting on a lively weekend of concerts and outings, celebrating the lasting impact of iconic performers like New Edition, Boyz II Men, and Toni Braxton. That conversation quickly turns into a spirited debate over ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey kick off the show reflecting on a lively weekend of concerts and outings, celebrating the lasting impact of iconic performers like New Edition, Boyz II Men, and Toni Braxton. That conversation quickly turns into a spirited debate over Milwaukee honoring New Edition with an official city day, with the hosts defending the group’s cultural influence, longevity, and ability to still pack major venues. Listeners chime in, reinforcing the idea that New Edition’s legacy is worthy of recognition alongside all-time greats. The tone shifts as the show tackles Milwaukee’s ongoing struggle with gun violence. Homer and Bailey react to Mayor Cavalier Johnson’s call for stronger action, debating whether more laws will actually help or if solutions lie in enforcement, community programs, and accountability. They stress that while systemic challenges exist, resources like job programs and community initiatives are available but often underutilized. The hour ends with a powerful message: real change requires both institutional support and individuals taking responsibility within their communities.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:07</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey kick off the show reflecting on a lively weekend of concerts and outings, celebrating the lasting impact of iconic performers like New Edition, Boyz II Men, and Toni Braxton. That conversation quickly turns into a spirited debate over Milwaukee honoring New Edition with an official city day, with the hosts defending the group’s cultural influence, longevity, and ability to still pack major venues. Listeners chime in, reinforcing the idea that New Edition’s legacy is worthy of recognition alongside all-time greats. The tone shifts as the show tackles Milwaukee’s ongoing struggle with gun violence. Homer and Bailey react to Mayor Cavalier Johnson’s call for stronger action, debating whether more laws will actually help or if solutions lie in enforcement, community programs, and accountability. They stress that while systemic challenges exist, resources like job programs and community initiatives are available but often underutilized. The hour ends with a powerful message: real change requires both institutional support and individuals taking responsibility within their communities.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Community Accountability, Child Safety Concerns, and Public Trust Issues (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/24/truth-in-the-morning-jd3uxep9wohdrmthymrqamunhtqp6w44</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue the conversation around violence and community responsibility, emphasizing how the actions of a small group can lead to widespread consequences like curfews, restrictions, and lost opportunities in public spaces. They highlight how repeated incidents shape policy decisions and impact everyday life across Milwaukee.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The discussion deepens with a troubling case involving a one-year-old exposed to fentanyl at a home daycare, sparking outrage and concern about child safety, parental vigilance, and the dangers of drugs in everyday environments. The hosts stress the importance of awareness, accountability, and protecting vulnerable children. They carry that same energy into a reaction to a viral video showing a school bus driver appearing to be asleep while transporting kids, criticizing the company’s response and calling for stronger accountability. The hour closes with a clear message: whether it’s parenting, public safety, or community engagement, responsibility cannot be optional.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:28:55 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241058</guid><enclosure length="45162168" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8055028_2026-03-24-141928.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue the conversation around violence and community responsibility, emphasizing how the actions of a small group can lead to widespread consequences like curfews, restrictions, and lost opportunities in public spaces. They highlight how repeated incidents shape policy decisions and impact everyday life across Milwaukee.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The discussion deepens with a troubling case involving a one-year-old exposed to fentanyl at a home daycare, sparking outrage and concern about child safety, parental vigilance, and the dangers of drugs in everyday environments. The hosts stress the importance of awareness, accountability, and protecting vulnerable children. They carry that same energy into a reaction to a viral video showing a school bus driver appearing to be asleep while transporting kids, criticizing the company’s response and calling for stronger accountability. The hour closes with a clear message: whether it’s parenting, public safety, or community engagement, responsibility cannot be optional.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey continue the conversation around violence and community responsibility, emphasizing how the actions of a small group can lead to widespread consequences like curfews, restrictions, and lost opportunities in public spaces. They highligh...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey continue the conversation around violence and community responsibility, emphasizing how the actions of a small group can lead to widespread consequences like curfews, restrictions, and lost opportunities in public spaces. They highlight how repeated incidents shape policy decisions and impact everyday life across Milwaukee. The discussion deepens with a troubling case involving a one-year-old exposed to fentanyl at a home daycare, sparking outrage and concern about child safety, parental vigilance, and the dangers of drugs in everyday environments. The hosts stress the importance of awareness, accountability, and protecting vulnerable children. They carry that same energy into a reaction to a viral video showing a school bus driver appearing to be asleep while transporting kids, criticizing the company’s response and calling for stronger accountability. The hour closes with a clear message: whether it’s parenting, public safety, or community engagement, responsibility cannot be optional.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:02</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey continue the conversation around violence and community responsibility, emphasizing how the actions of a small group can lead to widespread consequences like curfews, restrictions, and lost opportunities in public spaces. They highlight how repeated incidents shape policy decisions and impact everyday life across Milwaukee. The discussion deepens with a troubling case involving a one-year-old exposed to fentanyl at a home daycare, sparking outrage and concern about child safety, parental vigilance, and the dangers of drugs in everyday environments. The hosts stress the importance of awareness, accountability, and protecting vulnerable children. They carry that same energy into a reaction to a viral video showing a school bus driver appearing to be asleep while transporting kids, criticizing the company’s response and calling for stronger accountability. The hour closes with a clear message: whether it’s parenting, public safety, or community engagement, responsibility cannot be optional.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Milwaukee Weekend Highs and Lows, Travel Frustrations, and Rising Violence (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/23/truth-in-the-morning-vi4wtpo7ymqucqwntmko5hbtpjsc5i09</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame reconnect with listeners after technical difficulties and dive into a packed weekend recap, highlighting both the energy and the contrasts across Milwaukee. From sold-out concerts like One Night of Queen and New Edition to local events and parties, the city showed up in a big way—but that excitement was quickly overshadowed by serious concerns.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation shifts to broader travel frustrations, including rising gas prices and chaotic airport conditions caused by TSA staffing shortages. Homer and Dame connect these issues to larger political decisions and raise concerns about increased ICE presence at airports, particularly how it may impact travelers in minority communities.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour closes on a heavy note as they break down a violent weekend in Milwaukee, including multiple shootings and a deadly mass incident. Despite the city’s positive events, Homer and Dame reflect on how violence continues to disrupt progress and community morale, leaving many searching for answers.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:27:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241060</guid><enclosure length="33376174" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8055017_2026-03-24-140017.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame reconnect with listeners after technical difficulties and dive into a packed weekend recap, highlighting both the energy and the contrasts across Milwaukee. From sold-out concerts like One Night of Queen and New Edition to local events and parties, the city showed up in a big way—but that excitement was quickly overshadowed by serious concerns.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation shifts to broader travel frustrations, including rising gas prices and chaotic airport conditions caused by TSA staffing shortages. Homer and Dame connect these issues to larger political decisions and raise concerns about increased ICE presence at airports, particularly how it may impact travelers in minority communities.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour closes on a heavy note as they break down a violent weekend in Milwaukee, including multiple shootings and a deadly mass incident. Despite the city’s positive events, Homer and Dame reflect on how violence continues to disrupt progress and community morale, leaving many searching for answers.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame reconnect with listeners after technical difficulties and dive into a packed weekend recap, highlighting both the energy and the contrasts across Milwaukee. From sold-out concerts like One Night of Queen and New Edition to local events a...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame reconnect with listeners after technical difficulties and dive into a packed weekend recap, highlighting both the energy and the contrasts across Milwaukee. From sold-out concerts like One Night of Queen and New Edition to local events and parties, the city showed up in a big way—but that excitement was quickly overshadowed by serious concerns. The conversation shifts to broader travel frustrations, including rising gas prices and chaotic airport conditions caused by TSA staffing shortages. Homer and Dame connect these issues to larger political decisions and raise concerns about increased ICE presence at airports, particularly how it may impact travelers in minority communities. The hour closes on a heavy note as they break down a violent weekend in Milwaukee, including multiple shootings and a deadly mass incident. Despite the city’s positive events, Homer and Dame reflect on how violence continues to disrupt progress and community morale, leaving many searching for answers.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>34:45</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame reconnect with listeners after technical difficulties and dive into a packed weekend recap, highlighting both the energy and the contrasts across Milwaukee. From sold-out concerts like One Night of Queen and New Edition to local events and parties, the city showed up in a big way—but that excitement was quickly overshadowed by serious concerns. The conversation shifts to broader travel frustrations, including rising gas prices and chaotic airport conditions caused by TSA staffing shortages. Homer and Dame connect these issues to larger political decisions and raise concerns about increased ICE presence at airports, particularly how it may impact travelers in minority communities. The hour closes on a heavy note as they break down a violent weekend in Milwaukee, including multiple shootings and a deadly mass incident. Despite the city’s positive events, Homer and Dame reflect on how violence continues to disrupt progress and community morale, leaving many searching for answers.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Community Voices on Violence, Leadership Solutions, and Celebrating Milwaukee Wins (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/23/truth-in-the-morning-mviarahlwumpl98ujudempytwgabkjmf</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the second hour by turning to the community, giving listeners the floor to share their thoughts on Milwaukee’s recent surge in violence. Callers bring a range of perspectives—from fear and frustration to ideas about accountability and prevention—while Dame emphasizes that harsher punishment alone isn’t a complete solution and that proven strategies need better support.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As the conversation continues, they explore deeper root causes, including generational shifts, early warm weather, and the need for consistent community engagement. Homer and Dame stress that real change requires both grassroots leadership and investment from those with resources, highlighting that leadership extends far beyond elected officials.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone lightens as they pivot to Milwaukee pride, celebrating Juneau’s state basketball championship and debating the lack of a shot clock in high school hoops. The hour wraps with a spotlight on local entrepreneurship, as Alicia Green of Tasteful Events Catering joins the show to share her journey and how she’s building a business that blends food, education, and community impact.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241063</guid><enclosure length="43232788" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8055016_2026-03-24-144916.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the second hour by turning to the community, giving listeners the floor to share their thoughts on Milwaukee’s recent surge in violence. Callers bring a range of perspectives—from fear and frustration to ideas about accountability and prevention—while Dame emphasizes that harsher punishment alone isn’t a complete solution and that proven strategies need better support.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As the conversation continues, they explore deeper root causes, including generational shifts, early warm weather, and the need for consistent community engagement. Homer and Dame stress that real change requires both grassroots leadership and investment from those with resources, highlighting that leadership extends far beyond elected officials.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone lightens as they pivot to Milwaukee pride, celebrating Juneau’s state basketball championship and debating the lack of a shot clock in high school hoops. The hour wraps with a spotlight on local entrepreneurship, as Alicia Green of Tasteful Events Catering joins the show to share her journey and how she’s building a business that blends food, education, and community impact.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame open the second hour by turning to the community, giving listeners the floor to share their thoughts on Milwaukee’s recent surge in violence. Callers bring a range of perspectives—from fear and frustration to ideas about accountability a...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame open the second hour by turning to the community, giving listeners the floor to share their thoughts on Milwaukee’s recent surge in violence. Callers bring a range of perspectives—from fear and frustration to ideas about accountability and prevention—while Dame emphasizes that harsher punishment alone isn’t a complete solution and that proven strategies need better support. As the conversation continues, they explore deeper root causes, including generational shifts, early warm weather, and the need for consistent community engagement. Homer and Dame stress that real change requires both grassroots leadership and investment from those with resources, highlighting that leadership extends far beyond elected officials. The tone lightens as they pivot to Milwaukee pride, celebrating Juneau’s state basketball championship and debating the lack of a shot clock in high school hoops. The hour wraps with a spotlight on local entrepreneurship, as Alicia Green of Tasteful Events Catering joins the show to share her journey and how she’s building a business that blends food, education, and community impact.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:01</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame open the second hour by turning to the community, giving listeners the floor to share their thoughts on Milwaukee’s recent surge in violence. Callers bring a range of perspectives—from fear and frustration to ideas about accountability and prevention—while Dame emphasizes that harsher punishment alone isn’t a complete solution and that proven strategies need better support. As the conversation continues, they explore deeper root causes, including generational shifts, early warm weather, and the need for consistent community engagement. Homer and Dame stress that real change requires both grassroots leadership and investment from those with resources, highlighting that leadership extends far beyond elected officials. The tone lightens as they pivot to Milwaukee pride, celebrating Juneau’s state basketball championship and debating the lack of a shot clock in high school hoops. The hour wraps with a spotlight on local entrepreneurship, as Alicia Green of Tasteful Events Catering joins the show to share her journey and how she’s building a business that blends food, education, and community impact.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Spring Break Chaos, Cesar Chavez Controversy, and Lessons from a Viral Bus Fight (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/20/truth-in-the-morning-dfrah5zqfftzgmzqpmfuovwofleuzlzu</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame kick off the show with a mix of light and serious topics, starting with Milwaukee’s wild weather swings and a viral spring break video that shows how quickly chaos can erupt in large crowds. That conversation sets the tone for a deeper dive into how people react under pressure and how situations can spiral when emotions take over.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They then shift to a broader cultural discussion surrounding Cesar Chavez, examining how historical figures are being reevaluated in today’s climate. The conversation explores whether past actions should change how we honor influential leaders and how public perception evolves over time.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour wraps with a powerful breakdown of a viral altercation between a parent and a bus driver that escalates in front of children. Homer and Dame emphasize the importance of emotional control, accountability, and leading by example, especially when kids are watching. Callers add perspective, reinforcing the idea that walking away in heated moments can prevent long-term consequences and trauma.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:23:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241066</guid><enclosure length="45843742" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8055009_2026-03-24-141509.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame kick off the show with a mix of light and serious topics, starting with Milwaukee’s wild weather swings and a viral spring break video that shows how quickly chaos can erupt in large crowds. That conversation sets the tone for a deeper dive into how people react under pressure and how situations can spiral when emotions take over.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They then shift to a broader cultural discussion surrounding Cesar Chavez, examining how historical figures are being reevaluated in today’s climate. The conversation explores whether past actions should change how we honor influential leaders and how public perception evolves over time.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour wraps with a powerful breakdown of a viral altercation between a parent and a bus driver that escalates in front of children. Homer and Dame emphasize the importance of emotional control, accountability, and leading by example, especially when kids are watching. Callers add perspective, reinforcing the idea that walking away in heated moments can prevent long-term consequences and trauma.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame kick off the show with a mix of light and serious topics, starting with Milwaukee’s wild weather swings and a viral spring break video that shows how quickly chaos can erupt in large crowds. That conversation sets the tone for a deeper d...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame kick off the show with a mix of light and serious topics, starting with Milwaukee’s wild weather swings and a viral spring break video that shows how quickly chaos can erupt in large crowds. That conversation sets the tone for a deeper dive into how people react under pressure and how situations can spiral when emotions take over. They then shift to a broader cultural discussion surrounding Cesar Chavez, examining how historical figures are being reevaluated in today’s climate. The conversation explores whether past actions should change how we honor influential leaders and how public perception evolves over time. The hour wraps with a powerful breakdown of a viral altercation between a parent and a bus driver that escalates in front of children. Homer and Dame emphasize the importance of emotional control, accountability, and leading by example, especially when kids are watching. Callers add perspective, reinforcing the idea that walking away in heated moments can prevent long-term consequences and trauma.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:44</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame kick off the show with a mix of light and serious topics, starting with Milwaukee’s wild weather swings and a viral spring break video that shows how quickly chaos can erupt in large crowds. That conversation sets the tone for a deeper dive into how people react under pressure and how situations can spiral when emotions take over. They then shift to a broader cultural discussion surrounding Cesar Chavez, examining how historical figures are being reevaluated in today’s climate. The conversation explores whether past actions should change how we honor influential leaders and how public perception evolves over time. The hour wraps with a powerful breakdown of a viral altercation between a parent and a bus driver that escalates in front of children. Homer and Dame emphasize the importance of emotional control, accountability, and leading by example, especially when kids are watching. Callers add perspective, reinforcing the idea that walking away in heated moments can prevent long-term consequences and trauma.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Supporting Local Businesses and Dr. Derek Harriell’s Journey to a NYT Bestseller (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/20/truth-in-the-morning-70khzquuoa9a1iutqilwa0pequl1d48x</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The second hour opens with “What the Business Is,” giving local entrepreneurs a platform to promote their work and highlighting the importance of consistent community support. Homer and Dame continue leaning into positivity by encouraging listeners to uplift Milwaukee success stories and celebrate local talent.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;That energy carries into a meaningful in-studio interview with Milwaukee native and New York Times bestselling author Dr. Derek Harriell. He shares his journey from early influences in music and storytelling to becoming a respected poet, professor, and writer. Harriell reflects on how Milwaukee shaped his voice and how his passion for words evolved into a successful career.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation continues as Harriell discusses his collaboration with 2 Chainz on The Voice in My Head Is God, detailing how the partnership came together and the creative process behind the book. He highlights the importance of authenticity, shared experiences, and storytelling, offering insight into what helped the project resonate and become a bestseller.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241069</guid><enclosure length="44847595" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8055006_2026-03-24-144906.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;The second hour opens with “What the Business Is,” giving local entrepreneurs a platform to promote their work and highlighting the importance of consistent community support. Homer and Dame continue leaning into positivity by encouraging listeners to uplift Milwaukee success stories and celebrate local talent.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;That energy carries into a meaningful in-studio interview with Milwaukee native and New York Times bestselling author Dr. Derek Harriell. He shares his journey from early influences in music and storytelling to becoming a respected poet, professor, and writer. Harriell reflects on how Milwaukee shaped his voice and how his passion for words evolved into a successful career.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation continues as Harriell discusses his collaboration with 2 Chainz on The Voice in My Head Is God, detailing how the partnership came together and the creative process behind the book. He highlights the importance of authenticity, shared experiences, and storytelling, offering insight into what helped the project resonate and become a bestseller.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>The second hour opens with “What the Business Is,” giving local entrepreneurs a platform to promote their work and highlighting the importance of consistent community support. Homer and Dame continue leaning into positivity by encouraging listeners to ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>The second hour opens with “What the Business Is,” giving local entrepreneurs a platform to promote their work and highlighting the importance of consistent community support. Homer and Dame continue leaning into positivity by encouraging listeners to uplift Milwaukee success stories and celebrate local talent. That energy carries into a meaningful in-studio interview with Milwaukee native and New York Times bestselling author Dr. Derek Harriell. He shares his journey from early influences in music and storytelling to becoming a respected poet, professor, and writer. Harriell reflects on how Milwaukee shaped his voice and how his passion for words evolved into a successful career. The conversation continues as Harriell discusses his collaboration with 2 Chainz on The Voice in My Head Is God, detailing how the partnership came together and the creative process behind the book. He highlights the importance of authenticity, shared experiences, and storytelling, offering insight into what helped the project resonate and become a bestseller.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:42</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>The second hour opens with “What the Business Is,” giving local entrepreneurs a platform to promote their work and highlighting the importance of consistent community support. Homer and Dame continue leaning into positivity by encouraging listeners to uplift Milwaukee success stories and celebrate local talent. That energy carries into a meaningful in-studio interview with Milwaukee native and New York Times bestselling author Dr. Derek Harriell. He shares his journey from early influences in music and storytelling to becoming a respected poet, professor, and writer. Harriell reflects on how Milwaukee shaped his voice and how his passion for words evolved into a successful career. The conversation continues as Harriell discusses his collaboration with 2 Chainz on The Voice in My Head Is God, detailing how the partnership came together and the creative process behind the book. He highlights the importance of authenticity, shared experiences, and storytelling, offering insight into what helped the project resonate and become a bestseller.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Are The Kids Getting Off Easy?  (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/19/truth-in-the-morning-9hgnllse8bbjrv3rnp81nljpb03iplpd</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman give an update on Prime Social Club situation where teens get whooped by security.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:20:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241073</guid><enclosure length="47427092" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8044913_2026-03-19-130613.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman give an update on Prime Social Club situation where teens get whooped by security.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman give an update on Prime Social Club situation where teens get whooped by security.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman give an update on Prime Social Club situation where teens get whooped by security.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>49:23</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman give an update on Prime Social Club situation where teens get whooped by security.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: The Youngest Carjacker In The City  (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/19/truth-in-the-morning-3s4ipg35uy1znwoqiyf1beuyblnss88u</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about the recent carjacking that happened in the city- this one involved 13-year-olds. How are these youngest people robbing and where are the parents.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:10:30 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241076</guid><enclosure length="44396707" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8045085_2026-03-19-132025.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about the recent carjacking that happened in the city- this one involved 13-year-olds. How are these youngest people robbing and where are the parents.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about the recent carjacking that happened in the city- this one involved 13-year-olds. How are these youngest people robbing and where are the parents.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about the recent carjacking that happened in the city- this one involved 13-year-olds. How are these youngest people robbing and where are the parents.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:14</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about the recent carjacking that happened in the city- this one involved 13-year-olds. How are these youngest people robbing and where are the parents.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: From Bad Decisions to Broken Systems (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/18/truth-in-the-morning-jl4hfhp6za0ha9wzmgfwooeltegicxrd</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer &amp;amp; Dame unpack consequences—from underage choices gone wrong to a major Medicaid fraud case—and what it reveals about accountability, integrity, and protecting the communities that need it most.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:53:13 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241079</guid><enclosure length="43819991" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8042991_2026-03-18-175831.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer &amp;amp; Dame unpack consequences—from underage choices gone wrong to a major Medicaid fraud case—and what it reveals about accountability, integrity, and protecting the communities that need it most.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer &amp; Dame unpack consequences—from underage choices gone wrong to a major Medicaid fraud case—and what it reveals about accountability, integrity, and protecting the communities that need it most.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer &amp; Dame unpack consequences—from underage choices gone wrong to a major Medicaid fraud case—and what it reveals about accountability, integrity, and protecting the communities that need it most.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:38</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer &amp; Dame unpack consequences—from underage choices gone wrong to a major Medicaid fraud case—and what it reveals about accountability, integrity, and protecting the communities that need it most.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: When Conflict Turns Fatal  (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/18/truth-in-the-morning-lqu58pijzlrjllsqp62qu7x5buabiwes</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer &amp;amp; Dame break down a deadly apartment dispute, react to a wild renter story, and dive into housing tensions and what’s unfolding around Milwaukee.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:37:16 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241082</guid><enclosure length="45267025" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8042363_2026-03-18-132303.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer &amp;amp; Dame break down a deadly apartment dispute, react to a wild renter story, and dive into housing tensions and what’s unfolding around Milwaukee.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer &amp; Dame break down a deadly apartment dispute, react to a wild renter story, and dive into housing tensions and what’s unfolding around Milwaukee.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer &amp; Dame break down a deadly apartment dispute, react to a wild renter story, and dive into housing tensions and what’s unfolding around Milwaukee.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:08</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer &amp; Dame break down a deadly apartment dispute, react to a wild renter story, and dive into housing tensions and what’s unfolding around Milwaukee.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Blizzard Aftermath, Kiki Shepard Remembered, and Nightclub Incident Debate (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/17/truth-in-the-morning-myqoeztcm4k5wni2gwrefcmx9h4019eu</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show recapping the aftermath of the major blizzard, noting more than 100 accidents across the area and sharing their own experiences navigating the dangerous road conditions. They also take a moment to acknowledge the passing of Kiki Shepard at age 74 before continuing to break down just how widespread the snowfall was across Wisconsin, including over 20 inches in Green Bay.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then shifts to a developing story involving two Milwaukee mothers who claim their teenage children were assaulted by security guards inside a nightclub. Homer and Bailey explore the key question: who is most at fault — the parents, the establishment, or both? They review listener reactions, discuss how fake IDs and technology have made it easier for teens to get into adult spaces, and Bailey reflects on her own parenting approach, emphasizing the importance of always knowing where your kids are.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:12:48 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241085</guid><enclosure length="44826624" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8039772_2026-03-17-140712.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show recapping the aftermath of the major blizzard, noting more than 100 accidents across the area and sharing their own experiences navigating the dangerous road conditions. They also take a moment to acknowledge the passing of Kiki Shepard at age 74 before continuing to break down just how widespread the snowfall was across Wisconsin, including over 20 inches in Green Bay.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then shifts to a developing story involving two Milwaukee mothers who claim their teenage children were assaulted by security guards inside a nightclub. Homer and Bailey explore the key question: who is most at fault — the parents, the establishment, or both? They review listener reactions, discuss how fake IDs and technology have made it easier for teens to get into adult spaces, and Bailey reflects on her own parenting approach, emphasizing the importance of always knowing where your kids are.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey open the show recapping the aftermath of the major blizzard, noting more than 100 accidents across the area and sharing their own experiences navigating the dangerous road conditions. They also take a moment to acknowledge the passing ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey open the show recapping the aftermath of the major blizzard, noting more than 100 accidents across the area and sharing their own experiences navigating the dangerous road conditions. They also take a moment to acknowledge the passing of Kiki Shepard at age 74 before continuing to break down just how widespread the snowfall was across Wisconsin, including over 20 inches in Green Bay. The conversation then shifts to a developing story involving two Milwaukee mothers who claim their teenage children were assaulted by security guards inside a nightclub. Homer and Bailey explore the key question: who is most at fault — the parents, the establishment, or both? They review listener reactions, discuss how fake IDs and technology have made it easier for teens to get into adult spaces, and Bailey reflects on her own parenting approach, emphasizing the importance of always knowing where your kids are.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:41</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey open the show recapping the aftermath of the major blizzard, noting more than 100 accidents across the area and sharing their own experiences navigating the dangerous road conditions. They also take a moment to acknowledge the passing of Kiki Shepard at age 74 before continuing to break down just how widespread the snowfall was across Wisconsin, including over 20 inches in Green Bay. The conversation then shifts to a developing story involving two Milwaukee mothers who claim their teenage children were assaulted by security guards inside a nightclub. Homer and Bailey explore the key question: who is most at fault — the parents, the establishment, or both? They review listener reactions, discuss how fake IDs and technology have made it easier for teens to get into adult spaces, and Bailey reflects on her own parenting approach, emphasizing the importance of always knowing where your kids are.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Nightclub Incident Fallout, Parenting Responsibility, and Community Reactions (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/17/truth-in-the-morning-adzeff47fgrjrjpbsxmmrkxxzzqdo00e</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue their discussion on the alleged nightclub incident, diving deeper into accountability and parenting in today’s environment. Bailey questions why the mothers went public, suggesting responsibility falls on both sides — the teens for being there and the club for how the situation was handled. Listeners push back, with some arguing kids shouldn’t be overly controlled, while the hosts stress that awareness and guidance are critical during those formative years.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As the conversation unfolds, they take more calls and read comments from The Truth talk and text line, debating whether blame should be shared evenly. Bailey points out that kids often behave differently when parents aren’t around, while Homer reiterates that the situation is still alleged and likely more complex than it appears. They close the show emphasizing that there are always multiple sides to every story and that understanding context is key before jumping to conclusions.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:12:01 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241088</guid><enclosure length="44753223" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8039770_2026-03-17-141510.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue their discussion on the alleged nightclub incident, diving deeper into accountability and parenting in today’s environment. Bailey questions why the mothers went public, suggesting responsibility falls on both sides — the teens for being there and the club for how the situation was handled. Listeners push back, with some arguing kids shouldn’t be overly controlled, while the hosts stress that awareness and guidance are critical during those formative years.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As the conversation unfolds, they take more calls and read comments from The Truth talk and text line, debating whether blame should be shared evenly. Bailey points out that kids often behave differently when parents aren’t around, while Homer reiterates that the situation is still alleged and likely more complex than it appears. They close the show emphasizing that there are always multiple sides to every story and that understanding context is key before jumping to conclusions.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey continue their discussion on the alleged nightclub incident, diving deeper into accountability and parenting in today’s environment. Bailey questions why the mothers went public, suggesting responsibility falls on both sides — the teen...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey continue their discussion on the alleged nightclub incident, diving deeper into accountability and parenting in today’s environment. Bailey questions why the mothers went public, suggesting responsibility falls on both sides — the teens for being there and the club for how the situation was handled. Listeners push back, with some arguing kids shouldn’t be overly controlled, while the hosts stress that awareness and guidance are critical during those formative years. As the conversation unfolds, they take more calls and read comments from The Truth talk and text line, debating whether blame should be shared evenly. Bailey points out that kids often behave differently when parents aren’t around, while Homer reiterates that the situation is still alleged and likely more complex than it appears. They close the show emphasizing that there are always multiple sides to every story and that understanding context is key before jumping to conclusions.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:36</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey continue their discussion on the alleged nightclub incident, diving deeper into accountability and parenting in today’s environment. Bailey questions why the mothers went public, suggesting responsibility falls on both sides — the teens for being there and the club for how the situation was handled. Listeners push back, with some arguing kids shouldn’t be overly controlled, while the hosts stress that awareness and guidance are critical during those formative years. As the conversation unfolds, they take more calls and read comments from The Truth talk and text line, debating whether blame should be shared evenly. Bailey points out that kids often behave differently when parents aren’t around, while Homer reiterates that the situation is still alleged and likely more complex than it appears. They close the show emphasizing that there are always multiple sides to every story and that understanding context is key before jumping to conclusions.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Snowstorm, Oscars, FCC Pressure, and Weekend Violence (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/16/truth-in-the-morning-t0cjw8690cwd08z0111y79ngvw2keurg</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show reacting to the major snowstorm hitting Wisconsin, talking about dangerous road conditions, school closures across the area, and the importance of slowing down and driving carefully. From there, they shift to the Oscars, celebrating Sinners winning four awards after earning 16 nominations and highlighting Michael B. Jordan’s emotional Best Actor moment. Dame also shares his view that Sinners carried a deeper message and may have reflected a broader statement from Hollywood.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Later in the hour, the conversation turns serious as they discuss FCC Chairman Brendan Carr’s comments about possible action against ABC over Jimmy Kimmel’s remarks, with both hosts questioning whether the pressure is really coming from higher up the political ladder. They close the hour by addressing a weekend shooting at a Milwaukee house party, with Dame stressing the need for parents to know where their kids are and who they are with before situations turn dangerous.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:45:51 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241091</guid><enclosure length="46766489" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8037030_2026-03-16-140230.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show reacting to the major snowstorm hitting Wisconsin, talking about dangerous road conditions, school closures across the area, and the importance of slowing down and driving carefully. From there, they shift to the Oscars, celebrating Sinners winning four awards after earning 16 nominations and highlighting Michael B. Jordan’s emotional Best Actor moment. Dame also shares his view that Sinners carried a deeper message and may have reflected a broader statement from Hollywood.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Later in the hour, the conversation turns serious as they discuss FCC Chairman Brendan Carr’s comments about possible action against ABC over Jimmy Kimmel’s remarks, with both hosts questioning whether the pressure is really coming from higher up the political ladder. They close the hour by addressing a weekend shooting at a Milwaukee house party, with Dame stressing the need for parents to know where their kids are and who they are with before situations turn dangerous.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame open the show reacting to the major snowstorm hitting Wisconsin, talking about dangerous road conditions, school closures across the area, and the importance of slowing down and driving carefully. From there, they shift to the Oscars, ce...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame open the show reacting to the major snowstorm hitting Wisconsin, talking about dangerous road conditions, school closures across the area, and the importance of slowing down and driving carefully. From there, they shift to the Oscars, celebrating Sinners winning four awards after earning 16 nominations and highlighting Michael B. Jordan’s emotional Best Actor moment. Dame also shares his view that Sinners carried a deeper message and may have reflected a broader statement from Hollywood. Later in the hour, the conversation turns serious as they discuss FCC Chairman Brendan Carr’s comments about possible action against ABC over Jimmy Kimmel’s remarks, with both hosts questioning whether the pressure is really coming from higher up the political ladder. They close the hour by addressing a weekend shooting at a Milwaukee house party, with Dame stressing the need for parents to know where their kids are and who they are with before situations turn dangerous.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:42</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame open the show reacting to the major snowstorm hitting Wisconsin, talking about dangerous road conditions, school closures across the area, and the importance of slowing down and driving carefully. From there, they shift to the Oscars, celebrating Sinners winning four awards after earning 16 nominations and highlighting Michael B. Jordan’s emotional Best Actor moment. Dame also shares his view that Sinners carried a deeper message and may have reflected a broader statement from Hollywood. Later in the hour, the conversation turns serious as they discuss FCC Chairman Brendan Carr’s comments about possible action against ABC over Jimmy Kimmel’s remarks, with both hosts questioning whether the pressure is really coming from higher up the political ladder. They close the hour by addressing a weekend shooting at a Milwaukee house party, with Dame stressing the need for parents to know where their kids are and who they are with before situations turn dangerous.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Weekend Shootings, Community Violence, and the Search for Solutions (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/16/truth-in-the-morning-eg3j0kmlodizkyf6ify8l1j7si1fvnza</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Hour two centers on the recent spike in violence across Milwaukee, including multiple shootings over the weekend and another road rage incident that left a 19-year-old seriously injured. Homer and Dame open the phone lines to hear from listeners about what is driving the rise in violence and whether cultural influences, including music, may play a role in shaping behavior.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As the hour continues, Dame pushes the conversation deeper, arguing that the city has to confront violence through a historical lens while also addressing hopelessness, lack of long-term thinking, and the absence of leadership in everyday life. The hosts connect those ideas to broader economic realities, including job losses affecting Black men, and emphasize the importance of adults setting an example for the next generation. They wrap up the show by returning to the blizzard conditions outside, once again urging listeners to stay safe and take the weather seriously.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:44:26 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241093</guid><enclosure length="44564480" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8037028_2026-03-16-143228.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Hour two centers on the recent spike in violence across Milwaukee, including multiple shootings over the weekend and another road rage incident that left a 19-year-old seriously injured. Homer and Dame open the phone lines to hear from listeners about what is driving the rise in violence and whether cultural influences, including music, may play a role in shaping behavior.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As the hour continues, Dame pushes the conversation deeper, arguing that the city has to confront violence through a historical lens while also addressing hopelessness, lack of long-term thinking, and the absence of leadership in everyday life. The hosts connect those ideas to broader economic realities, including job losses affecting Black men, and emphasize the importance of adults setting an example for the next generation. They wrap up the show by returning to the blizzard conditions outside, once again urging listeners to stay safe and take the weather seriously.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Hour two centers on the recent spike in violence across Milwaukee, including multiple shootings over the weekend and another road rage incident that left a 19-year-old seriously injured. Homer and Dame open the phone lines to hear from listeners about ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Hour two centers on the recent spike in violence across Milwaukee, including multiple shootings over the weekend and another road rage incident that left a 19-year-old seriously injured. Homer and Dame open the phone lines to hear from listeners about what is driving the rise in violence and whether cultural influences, including music, may play a role in shaping behavior. As the hour continues, Dame pushes the conversation deeper, arguing that the city has to confront violence through a historical lens while also addressing hopelessness, lack of long-term thinking, and the absence of leadership in everyday life. The hosts connect those ideas to broader economic realities, including job losses affecting Black men, and emphasize the importance of adults setting an example for the next generation. They wrap up the show by returning to the blizzard conditions outside, once again urging listeners to stay safe and take the weather seriously.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:25</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Hour two centers on the recent spike in violence across Milwaukee, including multiple shootings over the weekend and another road rage incident that left a 19-year-old seriously injured. Homer and Dame open the phone lines to hear from listeners about what is driving the rise in violence and whether cultural influences, including music, may play a role in shaping behavior. As the hour continues, Dame pushes the conversation deeper, arguing that the city has to confront violence through a historical lens while also addressing hopelessness, lack of long-term thinking, and the absence of leadership in everyday life. The hosts connect those ideas to broader economic realities, including job losses affecting Black men, and emphasize the importance of adults setting an example for the next generation. They wrap up the show by returning to the blizzard conditions outside, once again urging listeners to stay safe and take the weather seriously.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: One Egg A Day</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/13/truth-in-the-morning-5fpx3zxxlauguwo6egzea8gpccz3qc7a</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey do Hour 2 of Truth In the Morning. Talking about a man in Houston who locked his wife in their multimillion dollar home as well as “What the Business Is”&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:33:36 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241097</guid><enclosure length="44449136" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8032039_2026-03-13-131939.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey do Hour 2 of Truth In the Morning. Talking about a man in Houston who locked his wife in their multimillion dollar home as well as “What the Business Is”&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey do Hour 2 of Truth In the Morning. Talking about a man in Houston who locked his wife in their multimillion dollar home as well as "What the Business Is"</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey do Hour 2 of Truth In the Morning. Talking about a man in Houston who locked his wife in their multimillion dollar home as well as "What the Business Is"</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:18</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey do Hour 2 of Truth In the Morning. Talking about a man in Houston who locked his wife in their multimillion dollar home as well as "What the Business Is"</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Lethal or Non-Lethal Force</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/13/truth-in-the-morning-mgahgddlhiglxkawilgagyseftyylmst</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey kick off the show by reminding listeners that “What the Business Is” is coming up in the 8AM hour before turning to a developing and controversial story: a man who was shot by police Thursday while clinging to the side of a moving tow truck. . Homer and Bailey play the video from TMJ4 that shows the dramatic moment officers open fire on the suspect hanging from the tow truck. The two dive into a spirited debate over whether the officers made the right call in using lethal force in that moment.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:33:25 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241099</guid><enclosure length="46284144" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8032040_2026-03-13-132240.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey kick off the show by reminding listeners that “What the Business Is” is coming up in the 8AM hour before turning to a developing and controversial story: a man who was shot by police Thursday while clinging to the side of a moving tow truck. . Homer and Bailey play the video from TMJ4 that shows the dramatic moment officers open fire on the suspect hanging from the tow truck. The two dive into a spirited debate over whether the officers made the right call in using lethal force in that moment.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey kick off the show by reminding listeners that “What the Business Is” is coming up in the 8AM hour before turning to a developing and controversial story: a man who was shot by police Thursday while clinging to the side of a moving tow ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey kick off the show by reminding listeners that “What the Business Is” is coming up in the 8AM hour before turning to a developing and controversial story: a man who was shot by police Thursday while clinging to the side of a moving tow truck. . Homer and Bailey play the video from TMJ4 that shows the dramatic moment officers open fire on the suspect hanging from the tow truck. The two dive into a spirited debate over whether the officers made the right call in using lethal force in that moment.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:12</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey kick off the show by reminding listeners that “What the Business Is” is coming up in the 8AM hour before turning to a developing and controversial story: a man who was shot by police Thursday while clinging to the side of a moving tow truck. . Homer and Bailey play the video from TMJ4 that shows the dramatic moment officers open fire on the suspect hanging from the tow truck. The two dive into a spirited debate over whether the officers made the right call in using lethal force in that moment.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Another Deadly Night, Drug Arrest Crisis, Conflict Resolution in the Community (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/12/truth-in-the-morning-a0fyfnfa1i176tzqo0t3xqus5pvdgcxj</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show reacting to what feels like an unrelenting wave of violence in Milwaukee after two more people were shot near 87th and Congress. They reflect on how constant reports of homicides take a mental toll on the community, creating fear and emotional fatigue for residents.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation shifts to a separate incident involving a 31-year-old man in critical condition after ingesting illegal drugs during an arrest attempt. Homer notes that a small but persistent group continues to drive negative headlines, overshadowing the many positive efforts happening across the city.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They answer listener questions about the latest shooting and explore how the situation could have been handled differently. That leads into a broader discussion about managing disruptive neighbors, with Bailey sharing a personal story about once living near a motorcycle gang and ultimately deciding to move for peace of mind.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour wraps with a focus on how quickly everyday disputes escalate into violence. Callers weigh in on loud neighbors, confrontation, and why conflict resolution seems to be losing ground to anger and aggression.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:09:14 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241102</guid><enclosure length="43903877" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8029717_2026-03-12-144417.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show reacting to what feels like an unrelenting wave of violence in Milwaukee after two more people were shot near 87th and Congress. They reflect on how constant reports of homicides take a mental toll on the community, creating fear and emotional fatigue for residents.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation shifts to a separate incident involving a 31-year-old man in critical condition after ingesting illegal drugs during an arrest attempt. Homer notes that a small but persistent group continues to drive negative headlines, overshadowing the many positive efforts happening across the city.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They answer listener questions about the latest shooting and explore how the situation could have been handled differently. That leads into a broader discussion about managing disruptive neighbors, with Bailey sharing a personal story about once living near a motorcycle gang and ultimately deciding to move for peace of mind.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour wraps with a focus on how quickly everyday disputes escalate into violence. Callers weigh in on loud neighbors, confrontation, and why conflict resolution seems to be losing ground to anger and aggression.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey open the show reacting to what feels like an unrelenting wave of violence in Milwaukee after two more people were shot near 87th and Congress. They reflect on how constant reports of homicides take a mental toll on the community, creat...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey open the show reacting to what feels like an unrelenting wave of violence in Milwaukee after two more people were shot near 87th and Congress. They reflect on how constant reports of homicides take a mental toll on the community, creating fear and emotional fatigue for residents. The conversation shifts to a separate incident involving a 31-year-old man in critical condition after ingesting illegal drugs during an arrest attempt. Homer notes that a small but persistent group continues to drive negative headlines, overshadowing the many positive efforts happening across the city. They answer listener questions about the latest shooting and explore how the situation could have been handled differently. That leads into a broader discussion about managing disruptive neighbors, with Bailey sharing a personal story about once living near a motorcycle gang and ultimately deciding to move for peace of mind. The hour wraps with a focus on how quickly everyday disputes escalate into violence. Callers weigh in on loud neighbors, confrontation, and why conflict resolution seems to be losing ground to anger and aggression.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:44</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey open the show reacting to what feels like an unrelenting wave of violence in Milwaukee after two more people were shot near 87th and Congress. They reflect on how constant reports of homicides take a mental toll on the community, creating fear and emotional fatigue for residents. The conversation shifts to a separate incident involving a 31-year-old man in critical condition after ingesting illegal drugs during an arrest attempt. Homer notes that a small but persistent group continues to drive negative headlines, overshadowing the many positive efforts happening across the city. They answer listener questions about the latest shooting and explore how the situation could have been handled differently. That leads into a broader discussion about managing disruptive neighbors, with Bailey sharing a personal story about once living near a motorcycle gang and ultimately deciding to move for peace of mind. The hour wraps with a focus on how quickly everyday disputes escalate into violence. Callers weigh in on loud neighbors, confrontation, and why conflict resolution seems to be losing ground to anger and aggression.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Anger Management, Meta Glasses Privacy Fears, Educator Misconduct Investigations (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/12/truth-in-the-morning-obfzovts6ykxc076xz72nwmzkggxvuj7</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey begin hour two by challenging listeners to examine their anger. They argue that too many people go from calm to explosive in seconds — and that those quick-trigger reactions often lead to guns being pulled. Bailey urges people to walk away when emotions rise and reminds listeners that disagreement doesn’t have to mean confrontation.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Listeners join the discussion, sharing how they manage their temper and avoid escalation. The hosts emphasize thinking beyond the moment and recognizing that consequences far outweigh the satisfaction of “winning” an argument.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone shifts as they discuss a former Milwaukee County Administrator accused of secretly recording a sexual partner using a cellphone and Meta smart glasses. The conversation broadens into concerns about privacy in the age of wearable tech and how easily someone could be recorded without knowing it.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They close the show reflecting on a separate investigation revealing that more than 200 Wisconsin educators were probed for sexual misconduct or grooming behavior between 2018 and 2023, underscoring the importance of accountability and vigilance in protecting students.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:08:31 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241105</guid><enclosure length="44438650" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8029711_2026-03-12-144511.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey begin hour two by challenging listeners to examine their anger. They argue that too many people go from calm to explosive in seconds — and that those quick-trigger reactions often lead to guns being pulled. Bailey urges people to walk away when emotions rise and reminds listeners that disagreement doesn’t have to mean confrontation.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Listeners join the discussion, sharing how they manage their temper and avoid escalation. The hosts emphasize thinking beyond the moment and recognizing that consequences far outweigh the satisfaction of “winning” an argument.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone shifts as they discuss a former Milwaukee County Administrator accused of secretly recording a sexual partner using a cellphone and Meta smart glasses. The conversation broadens into concerns about privacy in the age of wearable tech and how easily someone could be recorded without knowing it.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They close the show reflecting on a separate investigation revealing that more than 200 Wisconsin educators were probed for sexual misconduct or grooming behavior between 2018 and 2023, underscoring the importance of accountability and vigilance in protecting students.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey begin hour two by challenging listeners to examine their anger. They argue that too many people go from calm to explosive in seconds — and that those quick-trigger reactions often lead to guns being pulled. Bailey urges people to walk ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey begin hour two by challenging listeners to examine their anger. They argue that too many people go from calm to explosive in seconds — and that those quick-trigger reactions often lead to guns being pulled. Bailey urges people to walk away when emotions rise and reminds listeners that disagreement doesn’t have to mean confrontation. Listeners join the discussion, sharing how they manage their temper and avoid escalation. The hosts emphasize thinking beyond the moment and recognizing that consequences far outweigh the satisfaction of “winning” an argument. The tone shifts as they discuss a former Milwaukee County Administrator accused of secretly recording a sexual partner using a cellphone and Meta smart glasses. The conversation broadens into concerns about privacy in the age of wearable tech and how easily someone could be recorded without knowing it. They close the show reflecting on a separate investigation revealing that more than 200 Wisconsin educators were probed for sexual misconduct or grooming behavior between 2018 and 2023, underscoring the importance of accountability and vigilance in protecting students.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:16</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey begin hour two by challenging listeners to examine their anger. They argue that too many people go from calm to explosive in seconds — and that those quick-trigger reactions often lead to guns being pulled. Bailey urges people to walk away when emotions rise and reminds listeners that disagreement doesn’t have to mean confrontation. Listeners join the discussion, sharing how they manage their temper and avoid escalation. The hosts emphasize thinking beyond the moment and recognizing that consequences far outweigh the satisfaction of “winning” an argument. The tone shifts as they discuss a former Milwaukee County Administrator accused of secretly recording a sexual partner using a cellphone and Meta smart glasses. The conversation broadens into concerns about privacy in the age of wearable tech and how easily someone could be recorded without knowing it. They close the show reflecting on a separate investigation revealing that more than 200 Wisconsin educators were probed for sexual misconduct or grooming behavior between 2018 and 2023, underscoring the importance of accountability and vigilance in protecting students.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Spring Forward, Community Safety, Missing Milwaukee Teen (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/11/truth-in-the-morning-hpeklzlw496itkro4k8mnqz08njttdaq</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey kick off the show talking about the spring forward time change, using it as a reminder to check smoke detectors and household safety — even noting that the Milwaukee Fire Department will inspect them for free. The tone shifts quickly back to tragedy, as they revisit the fatal shooting that left two people dead, including a woman who was seven months pregnant.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They lighten things up briefly with a fun conversation about the upcoming Thanalysis Live show featuring Ric Flair, with Homer sharing his longtime love of wrestling and Bailey talking about her son getting into the sport.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour turns serious again as Vannatayie Binion joins the show to discuss her 15-year-old son, who has been missing since February 28. She shares troubling details about how a former MPS teacher allegedly became involved and may have helped her son leave school. Vannatayie walks listeners through the days leading up to her son’s disappearance and asks the community to stay alert and involved.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:32:29 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241109</guid><enclosure length="45906657" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8027157_2026-03-11-140457.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey kick off the show talking about the spring forward time change, using it as a reminder to check smoke detectors and household safety — even noting that the Milwaukee Fire Department will inspect them for free. The tone shifts quickly back to tragedy, as they revisit the fatal shooting that left two people dead, including a woman who was seven months pregnant.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They lighten things up briefly with a fun conversation about the upcoming Thanalysis Live show featuring Ric Flair, with Homer sharing his longtime love of wrestling and Bailey talking about her son getting into the sport.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour turns serious again as Vannatayie Binion joins the show to discuss her 15-year-old son, who has been missing since February 28. She shares troubling details about how a former MPS teacher allegedly became involved and may have helped her son leave school. Vannatayie walks listeners through the days leading up to her son’s disappearance and asks the community to stay alert and involved.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey kick off the show talking about the spring forward time change, using it as a reminder to check smoke detectors and household safety — even noting that the Milwaukee Fire Department will inspect them for free. The tone shifts quickly b...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey kick off the show talking about the spring forward time change, using it as a reminder to check smoke detectors and household safety — even noting that the Milwaukee Fire Department will inspect them for free. The tone shifts quickly back to tragedy, as they revisit the fatal shooting that left two people dead, including a woman who was seven months pregnant. They lighten things up briefly with a fun conversation about the upcoming Thanalysis Live show featuring Ric Flair, with Homer sharing his longtime love of wrestling and Bailey talking about her son getting into the sport. The hour turns serious again as Vannatayie Binion joins the show to discuss her 15-year-old son, who has been missing since February 28. She shares troubling details about how a former MPS teacher allegedly became involved and may have helped her son leave school. Vannatayie walks listeners through the days leading up to her son’s disappearance and asks the community to stay alert and involved.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:48</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey kick off the show talking about the spring forward time change, using it as a reminder to check smoke detectors and household safety — even noting that the Milwaukee Fire Department will inspect them for free. The tone shifts quickly back to tragedy, as they revisit the fatal shooting that left two people dead, including a woman who was seven months pregnant. They lighten things up briefly with a fun conversation about the upcoming Thanalysis Live show featuring Ric Flair, with Homer sharing his longtime love of wrestling and Bailey talking about her son getting into the sport. The hour turns serious again as Vannatayie Binion joins the show to discuss her 15-year-old son, who has been missing since February 28. She shares troubling details about how a former MPS teacher allegedly became involved and may have helped her son leave school. Vannatayie walks listeners through the days leading up to her son’s disappearance and asks the community to stay alert and involved.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: A Mother’s Search, Community Questions, and Closing Reflections (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/11/truth-in-the-morning-5cbvmvby61uk4ab7jfomqu3mgzzcwgwt</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue their in-depth conversation with Vannatayie Binion, pressing for clarity on the strange circumstances surrounding her missing 15-year-old son and the former MPS teacher allegedly connected to his disappearance. They ask tough but necessary questions, including where the teen’s father has been during the search and what steps have been taken so far.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Listeners join the discussion through calls, YouTube comments, and The Truth talk and text line, offering support and raising additional questions. The focus remains on what the community can do to help bring her son home.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The show closes with heartfelt reflections from Homer and Bailey on the weight of the interview, the responsibility of the community to stay engaged, and the importance of keeping attention on missing youth in Milwaukee.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:32:19 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241112</guid><enclosure length="44040192" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8027143_2026-03-11-143743.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue their in-depth conversation with Vannatayie Binion, pressing for clarity on the strange circumstances surrounding her missing 15-year-old son and the former MPS teacher allegedly connected to his disappearance. They ask tough but necessary questions, including where the teen’s father has been during the search and what steps have been taken so far.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Listeners join the discussion through calls, YouTube comments, and The Truth talk and text line, offering support and raising additional questions. The focus remains on what the community can do to help bring her son home.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The show closes with heartfelt reflections from Homer and Bailey on the weight of the interview, the responsibility of the community to stay engaged, and the importance of keeping attention on missing youth in Milwaukee.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey continue their in-depth conversation with Vannatayie Binion, pressing for clarity on the strange circumstances surrounding her missing 15-year-old son and the former MPS teacher allegedly connected to his disappearance. They ask tough ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey continue their in-depth conversation with Vannatayie Binion, pressing for clarity on the strange circumstances surrounding her missing 15-year-old son and the former MPS teacher allegedly connected to his disappearance. They ask tough but necessary questions, including where the teen’s father has been during the search and what steps have been taken so far. Listeners join the discussion through calls, YouTube comments, and The Truth talk and text line, offering support and raising additional questions. The focus remains on what the community can do to help bring her son home. The show closes with heartfelt reflections from Homer and Bailey on the weight of the interview, the responsibility of the community to stay engaged, and the importance of keeping attention on missing youth in Milwaukee.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:52</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey continue their in-depth conversation with Vannatayie Binion, pressing for clarity on the strange circumstances surrounding her missing 15-year-old son and the former MPS teacher allegedly connected to his disappearance. They ask tough but necessary questions, including where the teen’s father has been during the search and what steps have been taken so far. Listeners join the discussion through calls, YouTube comments, and The Truth talk and text line, offering support and raising additional questions. The focus remains on what the community can do to help bring her son home. The show closes with heartfelt reflections from Homer and Bailey on the weight of the interview, the responsibility of the community to stay engaged, and the importance of keeping attention on missing youth in Milwaukee.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Hemp Law Shake-Up, North Side Shooting, Confronting Year-Round Violence (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/10/truth-in-the-morning-p9sqw9nmngjhpffovzgjvu77yhutcfqj</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show discussing a new federal hemp law set to take effect in November that would tighten the legal definition of hemp and effectively ban many hemp-derived products. They break down what the change could mean for Wisconsin businesses, as industry leaders warn it could jeopardize an estimated $700 million in economic activity statewide.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then turns serious as Homer reflects on how violence in Milwaukee once seemed to slow during the winter months — but now feels constant. They discuss a deadly shooting on the city’s North Side that left two men dead, underscoring concerns that gun violence has become a year-round crisis.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;From there, the show pivots to solutions. Homer and Bailey ask listeners directly: how do we resolve this? They revisit the developing homicide case connected to the Deer District shooting and debate practical ideas for reducing conflict before it turns deadly. Callers weigh in with their own perspectives on de-escalation, accountability, and community responsibility.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour wraps with continued listener input, including a passionate call arguing that the right to bear arms shouldn’t be used to settle everyday disputes. Homer and Bailey emphasize that real change starts with communication, listening, and a collective willingness to care about the future of the community.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:25:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241116</guid><enclosure length="45329940" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8023604_2026-03-10-135404.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show discussing a new federal hemp law set to take effect in November that would tighten the legal definition of hemp and effectively ban many hemp-derived products. They break down what the change could mean for Wisconsin businesses, as industry leaders warn it could jeopardize an estimated $700 million in economic activity statewide.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then turns serious as Homer reflects on how violence in Milwaukee once seemed to slow during the winter months — but now feels constant. They discuss a deadly shooting on the city’s North Side that left two men dead, underscoring concerns that gun violence has become a year-round crisis.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;From there, the show pivots to solutions. Homer and Bailey ask listeners directly: how do we resolve this? They revisit the developing homicide case connected to the Deer District shooting and debate practical ideas for reducing conflict before it turns deadly. Callers weigh in with their own perspectives on de-escalation, accountability, and community responsibility.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour wraps with continued listener input, including a passionate call arguing that the right to bear arms shouldn’t be used to settle everyday disputes. Homer and Bailey emphasize that real change starts with communication, listening, and a collective willingness to care about the future of the community.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey open the show discussing a new federal hemp law set to take effect in November that would tighten the legal definition of hemp and effectively ban many hemp-derived products. They break down what the change could mean for Wisconsin bus...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey open the show discussing a new federal hemp law set to take effect in November that would tighten the legal definition of hemp and effectively ban many hemp-derived products. They break down what the change could mean for Wisconsin businesses, as industry leaders warn it could jeopardize an estimated $700 million in economic activity statewide. The conversation then turns serious as Homer reflects on how violence in Milwaukee once seemed to slow during the winter months — but now feels constant. They discuss a deadly shooting on the city’s North Side that left two men dead, underscoring concerns that gun violence has become a year-round crisis. From there, the show pivots to solutions. Homer and Bailey ask listeners directly: how do we resolve this? They revisit the developing homicide case connected to the Deer District shooting and debate practical ideas for reducing conflict before it turns deadly. Callers weigh in with their own perspectives on de-escalation, accountability, and community responsibility. The hour wraps with continued listener input, including a passionate call arguing that the right to bear arms shouldn’t be used to settle everyday disputes. Homer and Bailey emphasize that real change starts with communication, listening, and a collective willingness to care about the future of the community.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:12</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey open the show discussing a new federal hemp law set to take effect in November that would tighten the legal definition of hemp and effectively ban many hemp-derived products. They break down what the change could mean for Wisconsin businesses, as industry leaders warn it could jeopardize an estimated $700 million in economic activity statewide. The conversation then turns serious as Homer reflects on how violence in Milwaukee once seemed to slow during the winter months — but now feels constant. They discuss a deadly shooting on the city’s North Side that left two men dead, underscoring concerns that gun violence has become a year-round crisis. From there, the show pivots to solutions. Homer and Bailey ask listeners directly: how do we resolve this? They revisit the developing homicide case connected to the Deer District shooting and debate practical ideas for reducing conflict before it turns deadly. Callers weigh in with their own perspectives on de-escalation, accountability, and community responsibility. The hour wraps with continued listener input, including a passionate call arguing that the right to bear arms shouldn’t be used to settle everyday disputes. Homer and Bailey emphasize that real change starts with communication, listening, and a collective willingness to care about the future of the community.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Conflict Resolution, Estabrook Park Tragedy, MPS Budget Cuts (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/10/truth-in-the-morning-xuxrvvezcss1ikvi9sdze2scoptbbtxx</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue the conversation on how to curb violence in Milwaukee, taking calls from listeners who argue that real change starts with respect and understanding the value of life. They emphasize the role of community voices and platforms like The Truth in reaching young people and adults alike, stressing that consistent messaging and open dialogue can help shift the culture in a positive direction.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone turns somber as they discuss the death of a woman found in a car at Estabrook Park. The victim’s mother says warning signs were ignored and that the system failed her daughter, who had reportedly endured physical abuse before the fatal incident. Homer and Bailey share resources for anyone experiencing domestic violence and note concerns about an uptick in homicides connected to abusive relationships.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour closes with a look at Milwaukee Public Schools cutting 260 jobs to address a $46 million budget deficit. While acknowledging the hardship and impact of those cuts, Bailey says difficult decisions may be necessary to stabilize the district and prevent the financial hole from growing even deeper.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:45:30 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241119</guid><enclosure length="43515904" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8023755_2026-03-10-132155.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continue the conversation on how to curb violence in Milwaukee, taking calls from listeners who argue that real change starts with respect and understanding the value of life. They emphasize the role of community voices and platforms like The Truth in reaching young people and adults alike, stressing that consistent messaging and open dialogue can help shift the culture in a positive direction.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone turns somber as they discuss the death of a woman found in a car at Estabrook Park. The victim’s mother says warning signs were ignored and that the system failed her daughter, who had reportedly endured physical abuse before the fatal incident. Homer and Bailey share resources for anyone experiencing domestic violence and note concerns about an uptick in homicides connected to abusive relationships.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour closes with a look at Milwaukee Public Schools cutting 260 jobs to address a $46 million budget deficit. While acknowledging the hardship and impact of those cuts, Bailey says difficult decisions may be necessary to stabilize the district and prevent the financial hole from growing even deeper.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey continue the conversation on how to curb violence in Milwaukee, taking calls from listeners who argue that real change starts with respect and understanding the value of life. They emphasize the role of community voices and platforms l...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey continue the conversation on how to curb violence in Milwaukee, taking calls from listeners who argue that real change starts with respect and understanding the value of life. They emphasize the role of community voices and platforms like The Truth in reaching young people and adults alike, stressing that consistent messaging and open dialogue can help shift the culture in a positive direction. The tone turns somber as they discuss the death of a woman found in a car at Estabrook Park. The victim’s mother says warning signs were ignored and that the system failed her daughter, who had reportedly endured physical abuse before the fatal incident. Homer and Bailey share resources for anyone experiencing domestic violence and note concerns about an uptick in homicides connected to abusive relationships. The hour closes with a look at Milwaukee Public Schools cutting 260 jobs to address a $46 million budget deficit. While acknowledging the hardship and impact of those cuts, Bailey says difficult decisions may be necessary to stabilize the district and prevent the financial hole from growing even deeper.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:19</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey continue the conversation on how to curb violence in Milwaukee, taking calls from listeners who argue that real change starts with respect and understanding the value of life. They emphasize the role of community voices and platforms like The Truth in reaching young people and adults alike, stressing that consistent messaging and open dialogue can help shift the culture in a positive direction. The tone turns somber as they discuss the death of a woman found in a car at Estabrook Park. The victim’s mother says warning signs were ignored and that the system failed her daughter, who had reportedly endured physical abuse before the fatal incident. Homer and Bailey share resources for anyone experiencing domestic violence and note concerns about an uptick in homicides connected to abusive relationships. The hour closes with a look at Milwaukee Public Schools cutting 260 jobs to address a $46 million budget deficit. While acknowledging the hardship and impact of those cuts, Bailey says difficult decisions may be necessary to stabilize the district and prevent the financial hole from growing even deeper.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Deer District Shooting Breakdown + A Lesson in De-Escalation (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/09/truth-in-the-morning-1uo4s3m7py2swlrq2brw7jmxosdojnsp</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show reflecting on the weekend, with Homer sharing a heartfelt story about attending a Daddy Daughter dance at the Baird Center and celebrating the positive energy of the community. They preview the hour before shifting to serious news out of Milwaukee.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation turns to newly revealed details surrounding the deadly shooting outside the new Landmark Credit Union concert venue in the Deer District. With a suspect now charged with first-degree intentional homicide, the hosts break down the full timeline of the altercation and emphasize the gravity of choosing to escalate with a firearm rather than de-escalate a confrontation.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They discuss how preventable the situation may have been, push back on the idea that it’s strictly a “new generation” issue, and highlight that the woman involved was 47 years old. Dame raises concerns about how the incident could impact the brand-new venue moving forward, given that the tragedy occurred during its opening weekend.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour closes with a broader reflection on ego, decision-making, and consequences. Homer and Dame stress that one heated moment can change lives forever, taking calls from listeners who expressed frustration and heartbreak over the situation — and hope that the story serves as a powerful teaching moment for the community.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:20:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241121</guid><enclosure length="45162168" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8019577_2026-03-09-131817.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show reflecting on the weekend, with Homer sharing a heartfelt story about attending a Daddy Daughter dance at the Baird Center and celebrating the positive energy of the community. They preview the hour before shifting to serious news out of Milwaukee.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation turns to newly revealed details surrounding the deadly shooting outside the new Landmark Credit Union concert venue in the Deer District. With a suspect now charged with first-degree intentional homicide, the hosts break down the full timeline of the altercation and emphasize the gravity of choosing to escalate with a firearm rather than de-escalate a confrontation.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They discuss how preventable the situation may have been, push back on the idea that it’s strictly a “new generation” issue, and highlight that the woman involved was 47 years old. Dame raises concerns about how the incident could impact the brand-new venue moving forward, given that the tragedy occurred during its opening weekend.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour closes with a broader reflection on ego, decision-making, and consequences. Homer and Dame stress that one heated moment can change lives forever, taking calls from listeners who expressed frustration and heartbreak over the situation — and hope that the story serves as a powerful teaching moment for the community.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame open the show reflecting on the weekend, with Homer sharing a heartfelt story about attending a Daddy Daughter dance at the Baird Center and celebrating the positive energy of the community. They preview the hour before shifting to serio...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame open the show reflecting on the weekend, with Homer sharing a heartfelt story about attending a Daddy Daughter dance at the Baird Center and celebrating the positive energy of the community. They preview the hour before shifting to serious news out of Milwaukee. The conversation turns to newly revealed details surrounding the deadly shooting outside the new Landmark Credit Union concert venue in the Deer District. With a suspect now charged with first-degree intentional homicide, the hosts break down the full timeline of the altercation and emphasize the gravity of choosing to escalate with a firearm rather than de-escalate a confrontation. They discuss how preventable the situation may have been, push back on the idea that it’s strictly a “new generation” issue, and highlight that the woman involved was 47 years old. Dame raises concerns about how the incident could impact the brand-new venue moving forward, given that the tragedy occurred during its opening weekend. The hour closes with a broader reflection on ego, decision-making, and consequences. Homer and Dame stress that one heated moment can change lives forever, taking calls from listeners who expressed frustration and heartbreak over the situation — and hope that the story serves as a powerful teaching moment for the community.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:02</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame open the show reflecting on the weekend, with Homer sharing a heartfelt story about attending a Daddy Daughter dance at the Baird Center and celebrating the positive energy of the community. They preview the hour before shifting to serious news out of Milwaukee. The conversation turns to newly revealed details surrounding the deadly shooting outside the new Landmark Credit Union concert venue in the Deer District. With a suspect now charged with first-degree intentional homicide, the hosts break down the full timeline of the altercation and emphasize the gravity of choosing to escalate with a firearm rather than de-escalate a confrontation. They discuss how preventable the situation may have been, push back on the idea that it’s strictly a “new generation” issue, and highlight that the woman involved was 47 years old. Dame raises concerns about how the incident could impact the brand-new venue moving forward, given that the tragedy occurred during its opening weekend. The hour closes with a broader reflection on ego, decision-making, and consequences. Homer and Dame stress that one heated moment can change lives forever, taking calls from listeners who expressed frustration and heartbreak over the situation — and hope that the story serves as a powerful teaching moment for the community.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Estabrook Park Shooting, Trump Administration Financial Ties, Food Additive Concerns (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/09/truth-in-the-morning-ygzxkky3xbtxqugwqpgyv9hiypyixwmf</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the second hour reacting to the tragic discovery of a woman found shot and killed in a car at Estabrook Park. With no suspect currently in custody, the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office continues its investigation. Dame voices concern about the prevalence of guns in the community, noting that violence is no longer confined to traditionally labeled “neighborhood” areas, as this incident occurred in Shorewood.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then pivots to national politics after reports revealed financial ties between the Trump administration and industries receiving federal contracts. They discuss newly uncovered details showing that multiple awarded companies are connected to Cerberus Capital Management, the private equity firm founded by billionaire Steve Feinberg, who now serves as deputy secretary of defense. Homer and Dame question the optics and implications of such relationships.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Dame argues that financial motives appear to drive many policy decisions, connecting the discussion to a separate report revealing that at least 111 chemical substances were added to foods, drinks, and supplements without formal FDA review. They express concern about regulatory gaps and consumer safety.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The show closes on a solutions-focused note, as Dame and Homer share practical steps listeners can take to pursue a healthier lifestyle, including reading ingredient labels and seeking local alternatives to reduce exposure to questionable additives.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:50:51 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241124</guid><enclosure length="44931481" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8020719_2026-03-09-130019.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the second hour reacting to the tragic discovery of a woman found shot and killed in a car at Estabrook Park. With no suspect currently in custody, the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office continues its investigation. Dame voices concern about the prevalence of guns in the community, noting that violence is no longer confined to traditionally labeled “neighborhood” areas, as this incident occurred in Shorewood.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then pivots to national politics after reports revealed financial ties between the Trump administration and industries receiving federal contracts. They discuss newly uncovered details showing that multiple awarded companies are connected to Cerberus Capital Management, the private equity firm founded by billionaire Steve Feinberg, who now serves as deputy secretary of defense. Homer and Dame question the optics and implications of such relationships.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Dame argues that financial motives appear to drive many policy decisions, connecting the discussion to a separate report revealing that at least 111 chemical substances were added to foods, drinks, and supplements without formal FDA review. They express concern about regulatory gaps and consumer safety.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The show closes on a solutions-focused note, as Dame and Homer share practical steps listeners can take to pursue a healthier lifestyle, including reading ingredient labels and seeking local alternatives to reduce exposure to questionable additives.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame open the second hour reacting to the tragic discovery of a woman found shot and killed in a car at Estabrook Park. With no suspect currently in custody, the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office continues its investigation. Dame voices conce...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame open the second hour reacting to the tragic discovery of a woman found shot and killed in a car at Estabrook Park. With no suspect currently in custody, the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office continues its investigation. Dame voices concern about the prevalence of guns in the community, noting that violence is no longer confined to traditionally labeled “neighborhood” areas, as this incident occurred in Shorewood. The conversation then pivots to national politics after reports revealed financial ties between the Trump administration and industries receiving federal contracts. They discuss newly uncovered details showing that multiple awarded companies are connected to Cerberus Capital Management, the private equity firm founded by billionaire Steve Feinberg, who now serves as deputy secretary of defense. Homer and Dame question the optics and implications of such relationships. Dame argues that financial motives appear to drive many policy decisions, connecting the discussion to a separate report revealing that at least 111 chemical substances were added to foods, drinks, and supplements without formal FDA review. They express concern about regulatory gaps and consumer safety. The show closes on a solutions-focused note, as Dame and Homer share practical steps listeners can take to pursue a healthier lifestyle, including reading ingredient labels and seeking local alternatives to reduce exposure to questionable additives.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:47</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame open the second hour reacting to the tragic discovery of a woman found shot and killed in a car at Estabrook Park. With no suspect currently in custody, the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office continues its investigation. Dame voices concern about the prevalence of guns in the community, noting that violence is no longer confined to traditionally labeled “neighborhood” areas, as this incident occurred in Shorewood. The conversation then pivots to national politics after reports revealed financial ties between the Trump administration and industries receiving federal contracts. They discuss newly uncovered details showing that multiple awarded companies are connected to Cerberus Capital Management, the private equity firm founded by billionaire Steve Feinberg, who now serves as deputy secretary of defense. Homer and Dame question the optics and implications of such relationships. Dame argues that financial motives appear to drive many policy decisions, connecting the discussion to a separate report revealing that at least 111 chemical substances were added to foods, drinks, and supplements without formal FDA review. They express concern about regulatory gaps and consumer safety. The show closes on a solutions-focused note, as Dame and Homer share practical steps listeners can take to pursue a healthier lifestyle, including reading ingredient labels and seeking local alternatives to reduce exposure to questionable additives.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Jesse Jackson Laid to Rest in Chicago and Kristi Noem Removed by Trump (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/06/truth-in-the-morning-yr1pc4tnogbm5zec98reutpumdr17w1n</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame kick off Friday by inviting listeners to promote their businesses during “What the Business Is,” emphasizing the power of repetition, branding, and community support. They reflect on how memorable marketing sticks with people for decades and why supporting local entrepreneurs matters.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone turns heartfelt as they reflect on the powerful remembrance service for Michael Hawthorne, describing the overwhelming turnout and the many stories that highlighted his quiet generosity and mentorship in Milwaukee. They also acknowledge the final remembrance service for Reverend Jesse Jackson in Chicago, noting the significance of multiple former presidents honoring him and recognizing his lasting civil rights impact.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour then shifts to national politics as they break down the fallout from Kristi Noem’s testimony. Bailey and Dame argue that what ultimately cost her wasn’t the $220 million ad contract controversy, the $70 million jet with luxury amenities, or broader immigration enforcement issues — but publicly tying President Trump to the spending under oath. They discuss loyalty culture in politics and replay a clip of Senator Markwayne Mullin nearly getting into a physical altercation during a Senate hearing, framing it as a signal of the tone shifting in Homeland Security leadership.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They close the hour taking a call from Blake, who suggests Noem’s exit was more about optics than policy, sparking a broader discussion about political loyalty, distancing tactics when controversy rises, and the growing normalization of chaos in today’s climate.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241128</guid><enclosure length="43169873" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8016160_2026-03-06-142500.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame kick off Friday by inviting listeners to promote their businesses during “What the Business Is,” emphasizing the power of repetition, branding, and community support. They reflect on how memorable marketing sticks with people for decades and why supporting local entrepreneurs matters.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone turns heartfelt as they reflect on the powerful remembrance service for Michael Hawthorne, describing the overwhelming turnout and the many stories that highlighted his quiet generosity and mentorship in Milwaukee. They also acknowledge the final remembrance service for Reverend Jesse Jackson in Chicago, noting the significance of multiple former presidents honoring him and recognizing his lasting civil rights impact.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour then shifts to national politics as they break down the fallout from Kristi Noem’s testimony. Bailey and Dame argue that what ultimately cost her wasn’t the $220 million ad contract controversy, the $70 million jet with luxury amenities, or broader immigration enforcement issues — but publicly tying President Trump to the spending under oath. They discuss loyalty culture in politics and replay a clip of Senator Markwayne Mullin nearly getting into a physical altercation during a Senate hearing, framing it as a signal of the tone shifting in Homeland Security leadership.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They close the hour taking a call from Blake, who suggests Noem’s exit was more about optics than policy, sparking a broader discussion about political loyalty, distancing tactics when controversy rises, and the growing normalization of chaos in today’s climate.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey and Dame kick off Friday by inviting listeners to promote their businesses during “What the Business Is,” emphasizing the power of repetition, branding, and community support. They reflect on how memorable marketing sticks with people for decade...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey and Dame kick off Friday by inviting listeners to promote their businesses during “What the Business Is,” emphasizing the power of repetition, branding, and community support. They reflect on how memorable marketing sticks with people for decades and why supporting local entrepreneurs matters. The tone turns heartfelt as they reflect on the powerful remembrance service for Michael Hawthorne, describing the overwhelming turnout and the many stories that highlighted his quiet generosity and mentorship in Milwaukee. They also acknowledge the final remembrance service for Reverend Jesse Jackson in Chicago, noting the significance of multiple former presidents honoring him and recognizing his lasting civil rights impact. The hour then shifts to national politics as they break down the fallout from Kristi Noem’s testimony. Bailey and Dame argue that what ultimately cost her wasn’t the $220 million ad contract controversy, the $70 million jet with luxury amenities, or broader immigration enforcement issues — but publicly tying President Trump to the spending under oath. They discuss loyalty culture in politics and replay a clip of Senator Markwayne Mullin nearly getting into a physical altercation during a Senate hearing, framing it as a signal of the tone shifting in Homeland Security leadership. They close the hour taking a call from Blake, who suggests Noem’s exit was more about optics than policy, sparking a broader discussion about political loyalty, distancing tactics when controversy rises, and the growing normalization of chaos in today’s climate.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>44:57</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey and Dame kick off Friday by inviting listeners to promote their businesses during “What the Business Is,” emphasizing the power of repetition, branding, and community support. They reflect on how memorable marketing sticks with people for decades and why supporting local entrepreneurs matters. The tone turns heartfelt as they reflect on the powerful remembrance service for Michael Hawthorne, describing the overwhelming turnout and the many stories that highlighted his quiet generosity and mentorship in Milwaukee. They also acknowledge the final remembrance service for Reverend Jesse Jackson in Chicago, noting the significance of multiple former presidents honoring him and recognizing his lasting civil rights impact. The hour then shifts to national politics as they break down the fallout from Kristi Noem’s testimony. Bailey and Dame argue that what ultimately cost her wasn’t the $220 million ad contract controversy, the $70 million jet with luxury amenities, or broader immigration enforcement issues — but publicly tying President Trump to the spending under oath. They discuss loyalty culture in politics and replay a clip of Senator Markwayne Mullin nearly getting into a physical altercation during a Senate hearing, framing it as a signal of the tone shifting in Homeland Security leadership. They close the hour taking a call from Blake, who suggests Noem’s exit was more about optics than policy, sparking a broader discussion about political loyalty, distancing tactics when controversy rises, and the growing normalization of chaos in today’s climate.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: What The Business Is, Aurora Sinai Shooting Fallout, MPS Graduation Rate Surge (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/06/truth-in-the-morning-zbbsbhbfvtrfpdbwqnqimx7idhvpfbg4</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame open the hour by taking calls for “What The Business Is,” giving local entrepreneurs a free platform to promote their work and connect with the community. They emphasize the importance of consistency, visibility, and supporting homegrown businesses.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then turns serious as they review new details in the shooting at Aurora Sinai Hospital. Updated reports confirm the victim remains on life support despite earlier information suggesting he had passed. Hospital officials acknowledged lapses in handheld security screening procedures and confirmed that responsible personnel have been terminated. Dame notes that Sinai has historically maintained strong security, but one breakdown proved costly. Both hosts agree accountability was necessary.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They continue unpacking the incident, calling it preventable and pointing to reports that the suspect may have been experiencing mental health challenges and was not targeting a specific individual. Bailey shares a personal story about witnessing a security dog detect a weapon and drugs before a flight, underscoring that while some safeguards may feel excessive, they can be critical in preventing tragedy. The discussion highlights how a single lapse can create devastating consequences.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour closes on a positive note, celebrating news that Milwaukee Public Schools’ graduation rate has reached its highest level in 15 years — a milestone both hosts say deserves recognition and optimism heading into the weekend.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 14:43:21 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241131</guid><enclosure length="44795166" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8016301_2026-03-06-143801.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame open the hour by taking calls for “What The Business Is,” giving local entrepreneurs a free platform to promote their work and connect with the community. They emphasize the importance of consistency, visibility, and supporting homegrown businesses.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then turns serious as they review new details in the shooting at Aurora Sinai Hospital. Updated reports confirm the victim remains on life support despite earlier information suggesting he had passed. Hospital officials acknowledged lapses in handheld security screening procedures and confirmed that responsible personnel have been terminated. Dame notes that Sinai has historically maintained strong security, but one breakdown proved costly. Both hosts agree accountability was necessary.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They continue unpacking the incident, calling it preventable and pointing to reports that the suspect may have been experiencing mental health challenges and was not targeting a specific individual. Bailey shares a personal story about witnessing a security dog detect a weapon and drugs before a flight, underscoring that while some safeguards may feel excessive, they can be critical in preventing tragedy. The discussion highlights how a single lapse can create devastating consequences.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour closes on a positive note, celebrating news that Milwaukee Public Schools’ graduation rate has reached its highest level in 15 years — a milestone both hosts say deserves recognition and optimism heading into the weekend.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey and Dame open the hour by taking calls for “What The Business Is,” giving local entrepreneurs a free platform to promote their work and connect with the community. They emphasize the importance of consistency, visibility, and supporting homegrow...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey and Dame open the hour by taking calls for “What The Business Is,” giving local entrepreneurs a free platform to promote their work and connect with the community. They emphasize the importance of consistency, visibility, and supporting homegrown businesses. The conversation then turns serious as they review new details in the shooting at Aurora Sinai Hospital. Updated reports confirm the victim remains on life support despite earlier information suggesting he had passed. Hospital officials acknowledged lapses in handheld security screening procedures and confirmed that responsible personnel have been terminated. Dame notes that Sinai has historically maintained strong security, but one breakdown proved costly. Both hosts agree accountability was necessary. They continue unpacking the incident, calling it preventable and pointing to reports that the suspect may have been experiencing mental health challenges and was not targeting a specific individual. Bailey shares a personal story about witnessing a security dog detect a weapon and drugs before a flight, underscoring that while some safeguards may feel excessive, they can be critical in preventing tragedy. The discussion highlights how a single lapse can create devastating consequences. The hour closes on a positive note, celebrating news that Milwaukee Public Schools’ graduation rate has reached its highest level in 15 years — a milestone both hosts say deserves recognition and optimism heading into the weekend.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:38</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey and Dame open the hour by taking calls for “What The Business Is,” giving local entrepreneurs a free platform to promote their work and connect with the community. They emphasize the importance of consistency, visibility, and supporting homegrown businesses. The conversation then turns serious as they review new details in the shooting at Aurora Sinai Hospital. Updated reports confirm the victim remains on life support despite earlier information suggesting he had passed. Hospital officials acknowledged lapses in handheld security screening procedures and confirmed that responsible personnel have been terminated. Dame notes that Sinai has historically maintained strong security, but one breakdown proved costly. Both hosts agree accountability was necessary. They continue unpacking the incident, calling it preventable and pointing to reports that the suspect may have been experiencing mental health challenges and was not targeting a specific individual. Bailey shares a personal story about witnessing a security dog detect a weapon and drugs before a flight, underscoring that while some safeguards may feel excessive, they can be critical in preventing tragedy. The discussion highlights how a single lapse can create devastating consequences. The hour closes on a positive note, celebrating news that Milwaukee Public Schools’ graduation rate has reached its highest level in 15 years — a milestone both hosts say deserves recognition and optimism heading into the weekend.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Jesse Jackson Legacy Debate, Taco Bell Shooting &amp; Emotional Control (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/05/truth-in-the-morning-rnvts8rdbvfjyiudiv9drazf0xnd6z3l</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame open the hour honoring the late Mike Hawthorne, with Dame sharing a deeply personal story about how Mike once helped him through a difficult chapter. Calling him an “angel on earth,” they reflect on the kind of quiet impact community figures can have.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;From there, the conversation shifts national as they react to the decision not to allow Reverend Jesse Jackson to lie in state in Washington, D.C., while other political figures have received high-profile honors. They express frustration over what they see as selective recognition and argue that while no public figure is perfect, Jesse Jackson’s decades of civil rights work deserve acknowledgment in the totality of his legacy. The discussion broadens into reflections on political tension, changes within the Catholic Church, and a sense that America feels unsettled and divided.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone turns local with a shocking story out of Muskego, where a fight at a Taco Bell escalated from a verbal dispute to gunfire. They unpack how something as small as fast food frustration can spiral into violence, especially when stress and ego are involved. Dame shares a candid moment about once arguing over fries because he felt disrespected, using it as an example of how quickly emotions can override logic.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They close the hour revisiting updated footage of a viral car theft confrontation, explaining that the owner likely tracked the vehicle before confronting the suspect — leading to a chaotic scene where the stolen car collided with a bus. Throughout the hour, the message is consistent: emotional control matters, and without something grounding us — family, faith, responsibility — small frustrations can turn into life-changing consequences.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:03:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241134</guid><enclosure length="42897244" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8013761_2026-03-05-143701.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame open the hour honoring the late Mike Hawthorne, with Dame sharing a deeply personal story about how Mike once helped him through a difficult chapter. Calling him an “angel on earth,” they reflect on the kind of quiet impact community figures can have.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;From there, the conversation shifts national as they react to the decision not to allow Reverend Jesse Jackson to lie in state in Washington, D.C., while other political figures have received high-profile honors. They express frustration over what they see as selective recognition and argue that while no public figure is perfect, Jesse Jackson’s decades of civil rights work deserve acknowledgment in the totality of his legacy. The discussion broadens into reflections on political tension, changes within the Catholic Church, and a sense that America feels unsettled and divided.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone turns local with a shocking story out of Muskego, where a fight at a Taco Bell escalated from a verbal dispute to gunfire. They unpack how something as small as fast food frustration can spiral into violence, especially when stress and ego are involved. Dame shares a candid moment about once arguing over fries because he felt disrespected, using it as an example of how quickly emotions can override logic.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They close the hour revisiting updated footage of a viral car theft confrontation, explaining that the owner likely tracked the vehicle before confronting the suspect — leading to a chaotic scene where the stolen car collided with a bus. Throughout the hour, the message is consistent: emotional control matters, and without something grounding us — family, faith, responsibility — small frustrations can turn into life-changing consequences.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey and Dame open the hour honoring the late Mike Hawthorne, with Dame sharing a deeply personal story about how Mike once helped him through a difficult chapter. Calling him an “angel on earth,” they reflect on the kind of quiet impact community fi...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey and Dame open the hour honoring the late Mike Hawthorne, with Dame sharing a deeply personal story about how Mike once helped him through a difficult chapter. Calling him an “angel on earth,” they reflect on the kind of quiet impact community figures can have. From there, the conversation shifts national as they react to the decision not to allow Reverend Jesse Jackson to lie in state in Washington, D.C., while other political figures have received high-profile honors. They express frustration over what they see as selective recognition and argue that while no public figure is perfect, Jesse Jackson’s decades of civil rights work deserve acknowledgment in the totality of his legacy. The discussion broadens into reflections on political tension, changes within the Catholic Church, and a sense that America feels unsettled and divided. The tone turns local with a shocking story out of Muskego, where a fight at a Taco Bell escalated from a verbal dispute to gunfire. They unpack how something as small as fast food frustration can spiral into violence, especially when stress and ego are involved. Dame shares a candid moment about once arguing over fries because he felt disrespected, using it as an example of how quickly emotions can override logic. They close the hour revisiting updated footage of a viral car theft confrontation, explaining that the owner likely tracked the vehicle before confronting the suspect — leading to a chaotic scene where the stolen car collided with a bus. Throughout the hour, the message is consistent: emotional control matters, and without something grounding us — family, faith, responsibility — small frustrations can turn into life-changing consequences.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>44:40</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey and Dame open the hour honoring the late Mike Hawthorne, with Dame sharing a deeply personal story about how Mike once helped him through a difficult chapter. Calling him an “angel on earth,” they reflect on the kind of quiet impact community figures can have. From there, the conversation shifts national as they react to the decision not to allow Reverend Jesse Jackson to lie in state in Washington, D.C., while other political figures have received high-profile honors. They express frustration over what they see as selective recognition and argue that while no public figure is perfect, Jesse Jackson’s decades of civil rights work deserve acknowledgment in the totality of his legacy. The discussion broadens into reflections on political tension, changes within the Catholic Church, and a sense that America feels unsettled and divided. The tone turns local with a shocking story out of Muskego, where a fight at a Taco Bell escalated from a verbal dispute to gunfire. They unpack how something as small as fast food frustration can spiral into violence, especially when stress and ego are involved. Dame shares a candid moment about once arguing over fries because he felt disrespected, using it as an example of how quickly emotions can override logic. They close the hour revisiting updated footage of a viral car theft confrontation, explaining that the owner likely tracked the vehicle before confronting the suspect — leading to a chaotic scene where the stolen car collided with a bus. Throughout the hour, the message is consistent: emotional control matters, and without something grounding us — family, faith, responsibility — small frustrations can turn into life-changing consequences.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: DHS $220M Ad Controversy, Luxury Jet Optics &amp; Political Rhetoric Fallout (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/05/truth-in-the-morning-ql2jqcd06tnmsjtgkcefxzvkqwfxzm4s</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame open the second hour breaking down a tense congressional hearing where Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faced sharp questioning over a $220 million DHS ad campaign tied to immigration enforcement. They focus on reports that one of the companies awarded $143 million had been incorporated just eight days before receiving the contract, lacked a clear headquarters or website, and was allegedly connected to a political operative tied to Noem. The conversation expands to include earlier controversy surrounding a reported $70 million DHS jet outfitted with high-end amenities, raising questions about optics and priorities at a time when many Americans are dealing with healthcare costs, SNAP reductions, and inflation pressures.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The discussion then turns local and media-focused as they react to news that Milwaukee talk host Dan O’Donnell was taken off the air temporarily after posting — and later deleting — a message calling for the military to kill Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, accompanied by an AI-generated image. They note O’Donnell’s apology but argue the broader issue is how increasingly extreme political rhetoric can normalize violence, radicalize audiences, and escape the “vacuum” once it spreads across social media.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour closes with a deeper dive into what they describe as a growing loyalty culture within the Trump administration, revisiting questions raised during hearings involving Secretary Noem and drawing comparisons to historical political scandals. Bailey and Dame argue that today’s political climate feels more volatile than past controversies, citing concerns about war, alleged corruption, and escalating threats in public discourse.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:45:34 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241137</guid><enclosure length="44428165" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8013922_2026-03-05-143922.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame open the second hour breaking down a tense congressional hearing where Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faced sharp questioning over a $220 million DHS ad campaign tied to immigration enforcement. They focus on reports that one of the companies awarded $143 million had been incorporated just eight days before receiving the contract, lacked a clear headquarters or website, and was allegedly connected to a political operative tied to Noem. The conversation expands to include earlier controversy surrounding a reported $70 million DHS jet outfitted with high-end amenities, raising questions about optics and priorities at a time when many Americans are dealing with healthcare costs, SNAP reductions, and inflation pressures.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The discussion then turns local and media-focused as they react to news that Milwaukee talk host Dan O’Donnell was taken off the air temporarily after posting — and later deleting — a message calling for the military to kill Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, accompanied by an AI-generated image. They note O’Donnell’s apology but argue the broader issue is how increasingly extreme political rhetoric can normalize violence, radicalize audiences, and escape the “vacuum” once it spreads across social media.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour closes with a deeper dive into what they describe as a growing loyalty culture within the Trump administration, revisiting questions raised during hearings involving Secretary Noem and drawing comparisons to historical political scandals. Bailey and Dame argue that today’s political climate feels more volatile than past controversies, citing concerns about war, alleged corruption, and escalating threats in public discourse.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey and Dame open the second hour breaking down a tense congressional hearing where Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faced sharp questioning over a $220 million DHS ad campaign tied to immigration enforcement. They focus on reports that one o...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey and Dame open the second hour breaking down a tense congressional hearing where Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faced sharp questioning over a $220 million DHS ad campaign tied to immigration enforcement. They focus on reports that one of the companies awarded $143 million had been incorporated just eight days before receiving the contract, lacked a clear headquarters or website, and was allegedly connected to a political operative tied to Noem. The conversation expands to include earlier controversy surrounding a reported $70 million DHS jet outfitted with high-end amenities, raising questions about optics and priorities at a time when many Americans are dealing with healthcare costs, SNAP reductions, and inflation pressures. The discussion then turns local and media-focused as they react to news that Milwaukee talk host Dan O’Donnell was taken off the air temporarily after posting — and later deleting — a message calling for the military to kill Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, accompanied by an AI-generated image. They note O’Donnell’s apology but argue the broader issue is how increasingly extreme political rhetoric can normalize violence, radicalize audiences, and escape the “vacuum” once it spreads across social media. The hour closes with a deeper dive into what they describe as a growing loyalty culture within the Trump administration, revisiting questions raised during hearings involving Secretary Noem and drawing comparisons to historical political scandals. Bailey and Dame argue that today’s political climate feels more volatile than past controversies, citing concerns about war, alleged corruption, and escalating threats in public discourse.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:16</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey and Dame open the second hour breaking down a tense congressional hearing where Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faced sharp questioning over a $220 million DHS ad campaign tied to immigration enforcement. They focus on reports that one of the companies awarded $143 million had been incorporated just eight days before receiving the contract, lacked a clear headquarters or website, and was allegedly connected to a political operative tied to Noem. The conversation expands to include earlier controversy surrounding a reported $70 million DHS jet outfitted with high-end amenities, raising questions about optics and priorities at a time when many Americans are dealing with healthcare costs, SNAP reductions, and inflation pressures. The discussion then turns local and media-focused as they react to news that Milwaukee talk host Dan O’Donnell was taken off the air temporarily after posting — and later deleting — a message calling for the military to kill Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, accompanied by an AI-generated image. They note O’Donnell’s apology but argue the broader issue is how increasingly extreme political rhetoric can normalize violence, radicalize audiences, and escape the “vacuum” once it spreads across social media. The hour closes with a deeper dive into what they describe as a growing loyalty culture within the Trump administration, revisiting questions raised during hearings involving Secretary Noem and drawing comparisons to historical political scandals. Bailey and Dame argue that today’s political climate feels more volatile than past controversies, citing concerns about war, alleged corruption, and escalating threats in public discourse.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Diddy Release Update, Deer District Shooting, Road Rage Escalation (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/04/truth-in-the-morning-kuw7yt7kinbon3xalb4chpf5hhxswmzi</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame open the show reacting to news that Sean “Diddy” Combs’ projected prison release date has been moved up after entering a residential drug abuse program. While acknowledging that sentence reductions for participation are common, they make it clear they have little sympathy given his legal history and serious allegations.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then shifts local as they discuss new details in the fatal shooting near Milwaukee’s Deer District. The victim, 47-year-old Shereida Barber, had attended a nearby concert before the confrontation reportedly began following a car accident. With two suspects arrested, Bailey and Dame focus less on who started it and more on what went wrong — specifically, the failure to de-escalate. Both share personal stories to emphasize that damaged property is never worth a life lost.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour continues with another recent road rage case in West Allis, where a man fired shots during a traffic dispute and later used his own dash cam footage in court. Though no one was injured, he was sentenced to four years in prison. The hosts stress that these incidents reflect a broader pattern of people losing control behind the wheel — and paying life-altering consequences.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:15:30 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241140</guid><enclosure length="46242201" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8011087_2026-03-04-155327.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame open the show reacting to news that Sean “Diddy” Combs’ projected prison release date has been moved up after entering a residential drug abuse program. While acknowledging that sentence reductions for participation are common, they make it clear they have little sympathy given his legal history and serious allegations.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then shifts local as they discuss new details in the fatal shooting near Milwaukee’s Deer District. The victim, 47-year-old Shereida Barber, had attended a nearby concert before the confrontation reportedly began following a car accident. With two suspects arrested, Bailey and Dame focus less on who started it and more on what went wrong — specifically, the failure to de-escalate. Both share personal stories to emphasize that damaged property is never worth a life lost.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour continues with another recent road rage case in West Allis, where a man fired shots during a traffic dispute and later used his own dash cam footage in court. Though no one was injured, he was sentenced to four years in prison. The hosts stress that these incidents reflect a broader pattern of people losing control behind the wheel — and paying life-altering consequences.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey and Dame open the show reacting to news that Sean “Diddy” Combs’ projected prison release date has been moved up after entering a residential drug abuse program. While acknowledging that sentence reductions for participation are common, they mak...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey and Dame open the show reacting to news that Sean “Diddy” Combs’ projected prison release date has been moved up after entering a residential drug abuse program. While acknowledging that sentence reductions for participation are common, they make it clear they have little sympathy given his legal history and serious allegations. The conversation then shifts local as they discuss new details in the fatal shooting near Milwaukee’s Deer District. The victim, 47-year-old Shereida Barber, had attended a nearby concert before the confrontation reportedly began following a car accident. With two suspects arrested, Bailey and Dame focus less on who started it and more on what went wrong — specifically, the failure to de-escalate. Both share personal stories to emphasize that damaged property is never worth a life lost. The hour continues with another recent road rage case in West Allis, where a man fired shots during a traffic dispute and later used his own dash cam footage in court. Though no one was injured, he was sentenced to four years in prison. The hosts stress that these incidents reflect a broader pattern of people losing control behind the wheel — and paying life-altering consequences.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:09</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey and Dame open the show reacting to news that Sean “Diddy” Combs’ projected prison release date has been moved up after entering a residential drug abuse program. While acknowledging that sentence reductions for participation are common, they make it clear they have little sympathy given his legal history and serious allegations. The conversation then shifts local as they discuss new details in the fatal shooting near Milwaukee’s Deer District. The victim, 47-year-old Shereida Barber, had attended a nearby concert before the confrontation reportedly began following a car accident. With two suspects arrested, Bailey and Dame focus less on who started it and more on what went wrong — specifically, the failure to de-escalate. Both share personal stories to emphasize that damaged property is never worth a life lost. The hour continues with another recent road rage case in West Allis, where a man fired shots during a traffic dispute and later used his own dash cam footage in court. Though no one was injured, he was sentenced to four years in prison. The hosts stress that these incidents reflect a broader pattern of people losing control behind the wheel — and paying life-altering consequences.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Road Rage Poll, ICE Resolution Debate, DHS $220M Ad Controversy (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/04/truth-in-the-morning-dvtsexiwpthfucop82d7zxnfjgq7tkjf</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame kick off hour two by revisiting their road rage discussion and reviewing live poll results, which showed a slight majority of listeners do not consider road rage a disease. Dame shares a story about how driving seemed to change his grandmother’s personality behind the wheel, while a caller recounts being shot years ago over something minor — reinforcing how quickly adrenaline and access to weapons can turn small conflicts into tragedy.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then pivots to local and national politics. They discuss the Milwaukee Common Council’s symbolic “ICE Out Milwaukee” resolution, rejecting ICE presence on city property and calling for officers to unmask and display identification. That leads into scrutiny of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, who faced bipartisan criticism over a $220 million self-deportation ad campaign. Lawmakers questioned why the contract went to a newly formed media company with reported ties to Noem’s associates, raising concerns about favoritism and corruption.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour closes with further discussion of Secretary Noem’s spending decisions, including reports of a luxury jet purchase, as Bailey and Dame question how public funds are being allocated and who ultimately benefits.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:14:39 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241142</guid><enclosure length="41890611" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8011082_2026-03-04-154122.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame kick off hour two by revisiting their road rage discussion and reviewing live poll results, which showed a slight majority of listeners do not consider road rage a disease. Dame shares a story about how driving seemed to change his grandmother’s personality behind the wheel, while a caller recounts being shot years ago over something minor — reinforcing how quickly adrenaline and access to weapons can turn small conflicts into tragedy.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then pivots to local and national politics. They discuss the Milwaukee Common Council’s symbolic “ICE Out Milwaukee” resolution, rejecting ICE presence on city property and calling for officers to unmask and display identification. That leads into scrutiny of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, who faced bipartisan criticism over a $220 million self-deportation ad campaign. Lawmakers questioned why the contract went to a newly formed media company with reported ties to Noem’s associates, raising concerns about favoritism and corruption.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour closes with further discussion of Secretary Noem’s spending decisions, including reports of a luxury jet purchase, as Bailey and Dame question how public funds are being allocated and who ultimately benefits.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey and Dame kick off hour two by revisiting their road rage discussion and reviewing live poll results, which showed a slight majority of listeners do not consider road rage a disease. Dame shares a story about how driving seemed to change his gran...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey and Dame kick off hour two by revisiting their road rage discussion and reviewing live poll results, which showed a slight majority of listeners do not consider road rage a disease. Dame shares a story about how driving seemed to change his grandmother’s personality behind the wheel, while a caller recounts being shot years ago over something minor — reinforcing how quickly adrenaline and access to weapons can turn small conflicts into tragedy. The conversation then pivots to local and national politics. They discuss the Milwaukee Common Council’s symbolic “ICE Out Milwaukee” resolution, rejecting ICE presence on city property and calling for officers to unmask and display identification. That leads into scrutiny of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, who faced bipartisan criticism over a $220 million self-deportation ad campaign. Lawmakers questioned why the contract went to a newly formed media company with reported ties to Noem’s associates, raising concerns about favoritism and corruption. The hour closes with further discussion of Secretary Noem’s spending decisions, including reports of a luxury jet purchase, as Bailey and Dame question how public funds are being allocated and who ultimately benefits.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>43:37</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey and Dame kick off hour two by revisiting their road rage discussion and reviewing live poll results, which showed a slight majority of listeners do not consider road rage a disease. Dame shares a story about how driving seemed to change his grandmother’s personality behind the wheel, while a caller recounts being shot years ago over something minor — reinforcing how quickly adrenaline and access to weapons can turn small conflicts into tragedy. The conversation then pivots to local and national politics. They discuss the Milwaukee Common Council’s symbolic “ICE Out Milwaukee” resolution, rejecting ICE presence on city property and calling for officers to unmask and display identification. That leads into scrutiny of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, who faced bipartisan criticism over a $220 million self-deportation ad campaign. Lawmakers questioned why the contract went to a newly formed media company with reported ties to Noem’s associates, raising concerns about favoritism and corruption. The hour closes with further discussion of Secretary Noem’s spending decisions, including reports of a luxury jet purchase, as Bailey and Dame question how public funds are being allocated and who ultimately benefits.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Iran War Costs at Home, Strait of Hormuz Oil Shock, Clinton on Epstein Files (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/03/truth-in-the-morning-oboyyeued0i4fkpaayfyea14g0pfewiw</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame stay on the Iran conflict from yesterday, starting with reports that the first U.S. casualties may be African American and what that echoes historically about who serves, who sacrifices, and who still fights for equity back home. They then break down the ripple effects Americans could feel fast, especially at the pump, with Dame explaining why the Strait of Hormuz is a pressure point for global oil flow and how instability there can spike prices. The hour closes with the Epstein files controversy, reacting to newly surfaced deposition footage where Hillary Clinton sharply questions whether the promised release was mishandled, walked back, or covered up, and points out the resistance she says came from multiple entities even as she and Bill Clinton showed up to answer questions.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:38:42 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241146</guid><enclosure length="44805652" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8007295_2026-03-03-153235.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame stay on the Iran conflict from yesterday, starting with reports that the first U.S. casualties may be African American and what that echoes historically about who serves, who sacrifices, and who still fights for equity back home. They then break down the ripple effects Americans could feel fast, especially at the pump, with Dame explaining why the Strait of Hormuz is a pressure point for global oil flow and how instability there can spike prices. The hour closes with the Epstein files controversy, reacting to newly surfaced deposition footage where Hillary Clinton sharply questions whether the promised release was mishandled, walked back, or covered up, and points out the resistance she says came from multiple entities even as she and Bill Clinton showed up to answer questions.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey and Dame stay on the Iran conflict from yesterday, starting with reports that the first U.S. casualties may be African American and what that echoes historically about who serves, who sacrifices, and who still fights for equity back home. They t...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey and Dame stay on the Iran conflict from yesterday, starting with reports that the first U.S. casualties may be African American and what that echoes historically about who serves, who sacrifices, and who still fights for equity back home. They then break down the ripple effects Americans could feel fast, especially at the pump, with Dame explaining why the Strait of Hormuz is a pressure point for global oil flow and how instability there can spike prices. The hour closes with the Epstein files controversy, reacting to newly surfaced deposition footage where Hillary Clinton sharply questions whether the promised release was mishandled, walked back, or covered up, and points out the resistance she says came from multiple entities even as she and Bill Clinton showed up to answer questions.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:40</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey and Dame stay on the Iran conflict from yesterday, starting with reports that the first U.S. casualties may be African American and what that echoes historically about who serves, who sacrifices, and who still fights for equity back home. They then break down the ripple effects Americans could feel fast, especially at the pump, with Dame explaining why the Strait of Hormuz is a pressure point for global oil flow and how instability there can spike prices. The hour closes with the Epstein files controversy, reacting to newly surfaced deposition footage where Hillary Clinton sharply questions whether the promised release was mishandled, walked back, or covered up, and points out the resistance she says came from multiple entities even as she and Bill Clinton showed up to answer questions.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: MPS Low-Performing School Report, When the Decline Started, Aurora Sinai Hospital Shooting, Violence After Everyday Disputes (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/03/truth-in-the-morning-0nqhxdgzhzwbfnowd05fzeu9lgbcadjc</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Hour two shifts local, with Bailey and Dame digging into a report showing tens of thousands of Black students in Wisconsin attending one- and two-star schools, with heavy concentration in Milwaukee. They talk enrollment decline, the possibility of too many buildings for current student numbers, and what a caller’s question reveals: when did the slide begin, and why? From there the tone turns urgent as they react to violence inside Aurora Sinai Medical Center, questioning how a gun gets into a hospital and how chaotic ER environments already are. They wrap by zooming out to the pattern behind recent shootings, including a deadly incident that started as a dispute after a food delivery, and how these stories sometimes get framed in misleading ways.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:38:08 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241151</guid><enclosure length="44113592" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8007293_2026-03-03-153033.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Hour two shifts local, with Bailey and Dame digging into a report showing tens of thousands of Black students in Wisconsin attending one- and two-star schools, with heavy concentration in Milwaukee. They talk enrollment decline, the possibility of too many buildings for current student numbers, and what a caller’s question reveals: when did the slide begin, and why? From there the tone turns urgent as they react to violence inside Aurora Sinai Medical Center, questioning how a gun gets into a hospital and how chaotic ER environments already are. They wrap by zooming out to the pattern behind recent shootings, including a deadly incident that started as a dispute after a food delivery, and how these stories sometimes get framed in misleading ways.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Hour two shifts local, with Bailey and Dame digging into a report showing tens of thousands of Black students in Wisconsin attending one- and two-star schools, with heavy concentration in Milwaukee. They talk enrollment decline, the possibility of too ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Hour two shifts local, with Bailey and Dame digging into a report showing tens of thousands of Black students in Wisconsin attending one- and two-star schools, with heavy concentration in Milwaukee. They talk enrollment decline, the possibility of too many buildings for current student numbers, and what a caller’s question reveals: when did the slide begin, and why? From there the tone turns urgent as they react to violence inside Aurora Sinai Medical Center, questioning how a gun gets into a hospital and how chaotic ER environments already are. They wrap by zooming out to the pattern behind recent shootings, including a deadly incident that started as a dispute after a food delivery, and how these stories sometimes get framed in misleading ways.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:56</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Hour two shifts local, with Bailey and Dame digging into a report showing tens of thousands of Black students in Wisconsin attending one- and two-star schools, with heavy concentration in Milwaukee. They talk enrollment decline, the possibility of too many buildings for current student numbers, and what a caller’s question reveals: when did the slide begin, and why? From there the tone turns urgent as they react to violence inside Aurora Sinai Medical Center, questioning how a gun gets into a hospital and how chaotic ER environments already are. They wrap by zooming out to the pattern behind recent shootings, including a deadly incident that started as a dispute after a food delivery, and how these stories sometimes get framed in misleading ways.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: U.S. Bombing of Iran, 1953 Coup History, Faith and War Debate (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/02/truth-in-the-morning-isbk1uenkqfdufjhz9nct0qgp4opglky</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Dame and Bailey open the show reacting to the U.S. bombing of Iran, with Dame saying he wasn’t surprised given the tone coming out of the recent State of the Union. The conversation quickly turns to history, as Dame provides context on Iran’s long governmental lineage and the 1953 CIA-backed coup that followed Iran’s decision to nationalize its oil — a moment he argues planted seeds of long-term resentment toward Western powers.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They revisit the 2015 Iran nuclear deal under President Obama, explaining how it restricted Iran’s nuclear program in exchange for lifted sanctions, and then discuss the U.S. withdrawal from the agreement in 2018 under President Trump. When a caller frames the conflict as a religious threat, Dame pushes back forcefully against broad generalizations about Islam, emphasizing that extremism exists across religions and shouldn’t define entire faith communities.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour closes with a sobering reminder of the human toll, as they discuss a Milwaukee nurse currently stranded in Israel, taking shelter during missile alerts and hearing intercepts overhead — bringing the global conflict into a personal, real-life perspective.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:43:47 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241154</guid><enclosure length="46420459" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8004513_2026-03-02-154113.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Dame and Bailey open the show reacting to the U.S. bombing of Iran, with Dame saying he wasn’t surprised given the tone coming out of the recent State of the Union. The conversation quickly turns to history, as Dame provides context on Iran’s long governmental lineage and the 1953 CIA-backed coup that followed Iran’s decision to nationalize its oil — a moment he argues planted seeds of long-term resentment toward Western powers.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They revisit the 2015 Iran nuclear deal under President Obama, explaining how it restricted Iran’s nuclear program in exchange for lifted sanctions, and then discuss the U.S. withdrawal from the agreement in 2018 under President Trump. When a caller frames the conflict as a religious threat, Dame pushes back forcefully against broad generalizations about Islam, emphasizing that extremism exists across religions and shouldn’t define entire faith communities.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour closes with a sobering reminder of the human toll, as they discuss a Milwaukee nurse currently stranded in Israel, taking shelter during missile alerts and hearing intercepts overhead — bringing the global conflict into a personal, real-life perspective.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Dame and Bailey open the show reacting to the U.S. bombing of Iran, with Dame saying he wasn’t surprised given the tone coming out of the recent State of the Union. The conversation quickly turns to history, as Dame provides context on Iran’s long gove...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Dame and Bailey open the show reacting to the U.S. bombing of Iran, with Dame saying he wasn’t surprised given the tone coming out of the recent State of the Union. The conversation quickly turns to history, as Dame provides context on Iran’s long governmental lineage and the 1953 CIA-backed coup that followed Iran’s decision to nationalize its oil — a moment he argues planted seeds of long-term resentment toward Western powers. They revisit the 2015 Iran nuclear deal under President Obama, explaining how it restricted Iran’s nuclear program in exchange for lifted sanctions, and then discuss the U.S. withdrawal from the agreement in 2018 under President Trump. When a caller frames the conflict as a religious threat, Dame pushes back forcefully against broad generalizations about Islam, emphasizing that extremism exists across religions and shouldn’t define entire faith communities. The hour closes with a sobering reminder of the human toll, as they discuss a Milwaukee nurse currently stranded in Israel, taking shelter during missile alerts and hearing intercepts overhead — bringing the global conflict into a personal, real-life perspective.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:20</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Dame and Bailey open the show reacting to the U.S. bombing of Iran, with Dame saying he wasn’t surprised given the tone coming out of the recent State of the Union. The conversation quickly turns to history, as Dame provides context on Iran’s long governmental lineage and the 1953 CIA-backed coup that followed Iran’s decision to nationalize its oil — a moment he argues planted seeds of long-term resentment toward Western powers. They revisit the 2015 Iran nuclear deal under President Obama, explaining how it restricted Iran’s nuclear program in exchange for lifted sanctions, and then discuss the U.S. withdrawal from the agreement in 2018 under President Trump. When a caller frames the conflict as a religious threat, Dame pushes back forcefully against broad generalizations about Islam, emphasizing that extremism exists across religions and shouldn’t define entire faith communities. The hour closes with a sobering reminder of the human toll, as they discuss a Milwaukee nurse currently stranded in Israel, taking shelter during missile alerts and hearing intercepts overhead — bringing the global conflict into a personal, real-life perspective.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Deer District Shooting, Political Threat Charges, Would You Go to War? (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/03/02/truth-in-the-morning-v25mmy9kyymqajhikevwjydydspamafi</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame shift to a tragic local story involving a 47-year-old woman shot and killed outside the newly opened Landmark Live venue in the Deer District after what appears to have started as a confrontation following a car accident. Dame expresses frustration that bystanders recorded the situation instead of attempting to de-escalate it, while Bailey points out the real dangers of intervening when weapons may be involved.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then turns to state politics, where a lawmaker faces disorderly conduct charges after allegedly threatening to release damaging information about a colleague during a dispute. The hosts question her judgment and discuss patterns of volatile behavior in public office.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;In a more personal and philosophical turn, they respond to a listener’s question: would you go to war for America? Dame firmly says no, explaining he wouldn’t risk his life for conflicts he believes are rooted in politics, oil, or power rather than direct defense. Bailey echoes similar hesitation, especially when considering loved ones.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They close the show discussing a proposed bill to legalize marijuana in Wisconsin, noting how far behind the state remains compared to much of the country — and debating whether tax revenue and shifting public opinion will eventually force change.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:42:51 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241157</guid><enclosure length="33355202" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8004511_2026-03-02-151811.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey and Dame shift to a tragic local story involving a 47-year-old woman shot and killed outside the newly opened Landmark Live venue in the Deer District after what appears to have started as a confrontation following a car accident. Dame expresses frustration that bystanders recorded the situation instead of attempting to de-escalate it, while Bailey points out the real dangers of intervening when weapons may be involved.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then turns to state politics, where a lawmaker faces disorderly conduct charges after allegedly threatening to release damaging information about a colleague during a dispute. The hosts question her judgment and discuss patterns of volatile behavior in public office.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;In a more personal and philosophical turn, they respond to a listener’s question: would you go to war for America? Dame firmly says no, explaining he wouldn’t risk his life for conflicts he believes are rooted in politics, oil, or power rather than direct defense. Bailey echoes similar hesitation, especially when considering loved ones.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They close the show discussing a proposed bill to legalize marijuana in Wisconsin, noting how far behind the state remains compared to much of the country — and debating whether tax revenue and shifting public opinion will eventually force change.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey and Dame shift to a tragic local story involving a 47-year-old woman shot and killed outside the newly opened Landmark Live venue in the Deer District after what appears to have started as a confrontation following a car accident. Dame expresses...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey and Dame shift to a tragic local story involving a 47-year-old woman shot and killed outside the newly opened Landmark Live venue in the Deer District after what appears to have started as a confrontation following a car accident. Dame expresses frustration that bystanders recorded the situation instead of attempting to de-escalate it, while Bailey points out the real dangers of intervening when weapons may be involved. The conversation then turns to state politics, where a lawmaker faces disorderly conduct charges after allegedly threatening to release damaging information about a colleague during a dispute. The hosts question her judgment and discuss patterns of volatile behavior in public office. In a more personal and philosophical turn, they respond to a listener’s question: would you go to war for America? Dame firmly says no, explaining he wouldn’t risk his life for conflicts he believes are rooted in politics, oil, or power rather than direct defense. Bailey echoes similar hesitation, especially when considering loved ones. They close the show discussing a proposed bill to legalize marijuana in Wisconsin, noting how far behind the state remains compared to much of the country — and debating whether tax revenue and shifting public opinion will eventually force change.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>34:43</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey and Dame shift to a tragic local story involving a 47-year-old woman shot and killed outside the newly opened Landmark Live venue in the Deer District after what appears to have started as a confrontation following a car accident. Dame expresses frustration that bystanders recorded the situation instead of attempting to de-escalate it, while Bailey points out the real dangers of intervening when weapons may be involved. The conversation then turns to state politics, where a lawmaker faces disorderly conduct charges after allegedly threatening to release damaging information about a colleague during a dispute. The hosts question her judgment and discuss patterns of volatile behavior in public office. In a more personal and philosophical turn, they respond to a listener’s question: would you go to war for America? Dame firmly says no, explaining he wouldn’t risk his life for conflicts he believes are rooted in politics, oil, or power rather than direct defense. Bailey echoes similar hesitation, especially when considering loved ones. They close the show discussing a proposed bill to legalize marijuana in Wisconsin, noting how far behind the state remains compared to much of the country — and debating whether tax revenue and shifting public opinion will eventually force change.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Courthouse Cannabis Debate, Respect vs. Normalization, Business Rights Discussion (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/27/truth-in-the-morning-uwppb185mvgllpdqm5dxrywlx9okqaqg</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the hour reacting to comments from Judge David Borowski, who voiced frustration about the Milwaukee County Courthouse frequently smelling like marijuana — even inside courtrooms. The conversation quickly turns into a broader debate: is it appropriate to show up to court smelling like cannabis, especially when it remains illegal in Wisconsin?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Dame argues Milwaukee is behind the times socially, noting that cannabis use has become normalized across much of the country. Homer counters that court is the most serious place someone could be that day and not the place to test boundaries, particularly when the law hasn’t changed locally.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Sherwin Hughes joins the conversation, emphasizing that courtrooms demand respect and that private businesses have the right to refuse service if odor or behavior disrupts customers. Callers weigh in passionately, with some supporting the right of establishments to set their own standards and others questioning whether singling out marijuana could lead to inconsistent or discriminatory enforcement. The hour closes with a layered debate about legality, social norms, liability, and personal responsibility.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:14:58 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241160</guid><enclosure length="43673190" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8000924_2026-02-27-153924.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the hour reacting to comments from Judge David Borowski, who voiced frustration about the Milwaukee County Courthouse frequently smelling like marijuana — even inside courtrooms. The conversation quickly turns into a broader debate: is it appropriate to show up to court smelling like cannabis, especially when it remains illegal in Wisconsin?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Dame argues Milwaukee is behind the times socially, noting that cannabis use has become normalized across much of the country. Homer counters that court is the most serious place someone could be that day and not the place to test boundaries, particularly when the law hasn’t changed locally.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Sherwin Hughes joins the conversation, emphasizing that courtrooms demand respect and that private businesses have the right to refuse service if odor or behavior disrupts customers. Callers weigh in passionately, with some supporting the right of establishments to set their own standards and others questioning whether singling out marijuana could lead to inconsistent or discriminatory enforcement. The hour closes with a layered debate about legality, social norms, liability, and personal responsibility.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame open the hour reacting to comments from Judge David Borowski, who voiced frustration about the Milwaukee County Courthouse frequently smelling like marijuana — even inside courtrooms. The conversation quickly turns into a broader debate:...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame open the hour reacting to comments from Judge David Borowski, who voiced frustration about the Milwaukee County Courthouse frequently smelling like marijuana — even inside courtrooms. The conversation quickly turns into a broader debate: is it appropriate to show up to court smelling like cannabis, especially when it remains illegal in Wisconsin? Dame argues Milwaukee is behind the times socially, noting that cannabis use has become normalized across much of the country. Homer counters that court is the most serious place someone could be that day and not the place to test boundaries, particularly when the law hasn’t changed locally. Sherwin Hughes joins the conversation, emphasizing that courtrooms demand respect and that private businesses have the right to refuse service if odor or behavior disrupts customers. Callers weigh in passionately, with some supporting the right of establishments to set their own standards and others questioning whether singling out marijuana could lead to inconsistent or discriminatory enforcement. The hour closes with a layered debate about legality, social norms, liability, and personal responsibility.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:28</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame open the hour reacting to comments from Judge David Borowski, who voiced frustration about the Milwaukee County Courthouse frequently smelling like marijuana — even inside courtrooms. The conversation quickly turns into a broader debate: is it appropriate to show up to court smelling like cannabis, especially when it remains illegal in Wisconsin? Dame argues Milwaukee is behind the times socially, noting that cannabis use has become normalized across much of the country. Homer counters that court is the most serious place someone could be that day and not the place to test boundaries, particularly when the law hasn’t changed locally. Sherwin Hughes joins the conversation, emphasizing that courtrooms demand respect and that private businesses have the right to refuse service if odor or behavior disrupts customers. Callers weigh in passionately, with some supporting the right of establishments to set their own standards and others questioning whether singling out marijuana could lead to inconsistent or discriminatory enforcement. The hour closes with a layered debate about legality, social norms, liability, and personal responsibility.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Local Business Voices, Jesse Jackson Tribute Debate, MPS Enrollment Reminder (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/27/truth-in-the-morning-ceqmiqta6fjt8vxqkgdmnuvsabexybaj</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame kick off hour two by opening the phone lines for “What the Business Is,” giving local business owners space to promote their work and connect with the community.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then turns serious as they discuss what they see as disrespect toward the late Reverend Jesse Jackson after some states and federal leaders declined to lower flags in his honor. The hosts argue that regardless of political opinions, Jackson’s decades of civil rights leadership and national influence warrant recognition, especially when other public figures have received formal honors.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Milwaukee Public Schools Senior Director of Student Services Matthew Boswell joins the show to remind families that the priority enrollment deadline for K3, K4, and K5 is March 2 at 11:59 p.m. He explains why applying by the deadline matters, outlines required documents, and reassures foster families and guardians that support is available.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The show wraps with lighter energy as Homer and Dame riff on trademarking catchphrases and saluting cultural icons, closing out what they describe as a powerful and wide-ranging conversation.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:13:58 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241164</guid><enclosure length="43673190" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/8000921_2026-02-27-153521.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame kick off hour two by opening the phone lines for “What the Business Is,” giving local business owners space to promote their work and connect with the community.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then turns serious as they discuss what they see as disrespect toward the late Reverend Jesse Jackson after some states and federal leaders declined to lower flags in his honor. The hosts argue that regardless of political opinions, Jackson’s decades of civil rights leadership and national influence warrant recognition, especially when other public figures have received formal honors.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Milwaukee Public Schools Senior Director of Student Services Matthew Boswell joins the show to remind families that the priority enrollment deadline for K3, K4, and K5 is March 2 at 11:59 p.m. He explains why applying by the deadline matters, outlines required documents, and reassures foster families and guardians that support is available.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The show wraps with lighter energy as Homer and Dame riff on trademarking catchphrases and saluting cultural icons, closing out what they describe as a powerful and wide-ranging conversation.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame kick off hour two by opening the phone lines for “What the Business Is,” giving local business owners space to promote their work and connect with the community. The conversation then turns serious as they discuss what they see as disres...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame kick off hour two by opening the phone lines for “What the Business Is,” giving local business owners space to promote their work and connect with the community. The conversation then turns serious as they discuss what they see as disrespect toward the late Reverend Jesse Jackson after some states and federal leaders declined to lower flags in his honor. The hosts argue that regardless of political opinions, Jackson’s decades of civil rights leadership and national influence warrant recognition, especially when other public figures have received formal honors. Milwaukee Public Schools Senior Director of Student Services Matthew Boswell joins the show to remind families that the priority enrollment deadline for K3, K4, and K5 is March 2 at 11:59 p.m. He explains why applying by the deadline matters, outlines required documents, and reassures foster families and guardians that support is available. The show wraps with lighter energy as Homer and Dame riff on trademarking catchphrases and saluting cultural icons, closing out what they describe as a powerful and wide-ranging conversation.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:28</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame kick off hour two by opening the phone lines for “What the Business Is,” giving local business owners space to promote their work and connect with the community. The conversation then turns serious as they discuss what they see as disrespect toward the late Reverend Jesse Jackson after some states and federal leaders declined to lower flags in his honor. The hosts argue that regardless of political opinions, Jackson’s decades of civil rights leadership and national influence warrant recognition, especially when other public figures have received formal honors. Milwaukee Public Schools Senior Director of Student Services Matthew Boswell joins the show to remind families that the priority enrollment deadline for K3, K4, and K5 is March 2 at 11:59 p.m. He explains why applying by the deadline matters, outlines required documents, and reassures foster families and guardians that support is available. The show wraps with lighter energy as Homer and Dame riff on trademarking catchphrases and saluting cultural icons, closing out what they describe as a powerful and wide-ranging conversation.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Tracking Apps, Jealousy Red Flags, When Insecurity Turns Dangerous (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/26/truth-in-the-morning-qqldbgpsaol748bewt5bkf17nojhiirz</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the hour joking about Life360, location sharing, and tracking apps before quickly turning the conversation into something much deeper: trust in relationships. They debate whether constant monitoring, phone-checking, and playing detective are harmless habits or serious signs of insecurity. The discussion expands into whether men and women can maintain opposite-sex friendships while dating someone — and how jealousy can quietly chip away at trust.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;From there, the tone shifts as they examine how insecurity can escalate into unhealthy, and sometimes violent, behavior. They stress that jealousy, controlling behavior, and name-calling are early warning signs that shouldn’t be ignored. Callers share powerful personal stories about toxic relationships and domestic violence, highlighting that both men and women can be victims. The hour closes with a sobering reflection on how pride, ego, and embarrassment can complicate situations — especially when family members intervene and someone returns to an unsafe relationship.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:32:42 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241167</guid><enclosure length="43610275" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7998952_2026-02-26-170552.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the hour joking about Life360, location sharing, and tracking apps before quickly turning the conversation into something much deeper: trust in relationships. They debate whether constant monitoring, phone-checking, and playing detective are harmless habits or serious signs of insecurity. The discussion expands into whether men and women can maintain opposite-sex friendships while dating someone — and how jealousy can quietly chip away at trust.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;From there, the tone shifts as they examine how insecurity can escalate into unhealthy, and sometimes violent, behavior. They stress that jealousy, controlling behavior, and name-calling are early warning signs that shouldn’t be ignored. Callers share powerful personal stories about toxic relationships and domestic violence, highlighting that both men and women can be victims. The hour closes with a sobering reflection on how pride, ego, and embarrassment can complicate situations — especially when family members intervene and someone returns to an unsafe relationship.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey open the hour joking about Life360, location sharing, and tracking apps before quickly turning the conversation into something much deeper: trust in relationships. They debate whether constant monitoring, phone-checking, and playing de...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey open the hour joking about Life360, location sharing, and tracking apps before quickly turning the conversation into something much deeper: trust in relationships. They debate whether constant monitoring, phone-checking, and playing detective are harmless habits or serious signs of insecurity. The discussion expands into whether men and women can maintain opposite-sex friendships while dating someone — and how jealousy can quietly chip away at trust. From there, the tone shifts as they examine how insecurity can escalate into unhealthy, and sometimes violent, behavior. They stress that jealousy, controlling behavior, and name-calling are early warning signs that shouldn’t be ignored. Callers share powerful personal stories about toxic relationships and domestic violence, highlighting that both men and women can be victims. The hour closes with a sobering reflection on how pride, ego, and embarrassment can complicate situations — especially when family members intervene and someone returns to an unsafe relationship.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:24</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey open the hour joking about Life360, location sharing, and tracking apps before quickly turning the conversation into something much deeper: trust in relationships. They debate whether constant monitoring, phone-checking, and playing detective are harmless habits or serious signs of insecurity. The discussion expands into whether men and women can maintain opposite-sex friendships while dating someone — and how jealousy can quietly chip away at trust. From there, the tone shifts as they examine how insecurity can escalate into unhealthy, and sometimes violent, behavior. They stress that jealousy, controlling behavior, and name-calling are early warning signs that shouldn’t be ignored. Callers share powerful personal stories about toxic relationships and domestic violence, highlighting that both men and women can be victims. The hour closes with a sobering reflection on how pride, ego, and embarrassment can complicate situations — especially when family members intervene and someone returns to an unsafe relationship.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Police Tracking Scandal, Abuse of Power Allegations, Alexis Patterson Lawsuit (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/26/truth-in-the-morning-w4ifxcvoescyfxy4mkilbeoewn0o7ztx</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey begin hour two discussing a Milwaukee police officer accused of misusing the Flock license plate tracking system. According to the criminal complaint, Officer Josue Ayala allegedly accessed the system dozens of times while on duty to track a woman he was dating and her ex-partner, listing “investigation” as justification. The hosts break down the allegations, the reported plate searches — including over 100 checks in two months — and what it says about abuse of power and public trust.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then shifts to the latest development in the long-running disappearance of Alexis Patterson. Her mother, Ayanna Patterson, has announced plans to pursue a federal civil rights lawsuit, alleging investigative failures and calling for an independent DNA test of a woman she believes could be Alexis. Homer reflects on being part of the original community search effort and how unified Milwaukee felt during that time. The hour closes with a heartfelt discussion about the pain of unanswered questions, the endurance of a mother’s hope, and the kind of community unity that has been difficult to recapture since.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:31:15 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241170</guid><enclosure length="44197478" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7998951_2026-02-26-171351.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey begin hour two discussing a Milwaukee police officer accused of misusing the Flock license plate tracking system. According to the criminal complaint, Officer Josue Ayala allegedly accessed the system dozens of times while on duty to track a woman he was dating and her ex-partner, listing “investigation” as justification. The hosts break down the allegations, the reported plate searches — including over 100 checks in two months — and what it says about abuse of power and public trust.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then shifts to the latest development in the long-running disappearance of Alexis Patterson. Her mother, Ayanna Patterson, has announced plans to pursue a federal civil rights lawsuit, alleging investigative failures and calling for an independent DNA test of a woman she believes could be Alexis. Homer reflects on being part of the original community search effort and how unified Milwaukee felt during that time. The hour closes with a heartfelt discussion about the pain of unanswered questions, the endurance of a mother’s hope, and the kind of community unity that has been difficult to recapture since.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey begin hour two discussing a Milwaukee police officer accused of misusing the Flock license plate tracking system. According to the criminal complaint, Officer Josue Ayala allegedly accessed the system dozens of times while on duty to t...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey begin hour two discussing a Milwaukee police officer accused of misusing the Flock license plate tracking system. According to the criminal complaint, Officer Josue Ayala allegedly accessed the system dozens of times while on duty to track a woman he was dating and her ex-partner, listing “investigation” as justification. The hosts break down the allegations, the reported plate searches — including over 100 checks in two months — and what it says about abuse of power and public trust. The conversation then shifts to the latest development in the long-running disappearance of Alexis Patterson. Her mother, Ayanna Patterson, has announced plans to pursue a federal civil rights lawsuit, alleging investigative failures and calling for an independent DNA test of a woman she believes could be Alexis. Homer reflects on being part of the original community search effort and how unified Milwaukee felt during that time. The hour closes with a heartfelt discussion about the pain of unanswered questions, the endurance of a mother’s hope, and the kind of community unity that has been difficult to recapture since.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:02</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey begin hour two discussing a Milwaukee police officer accused of misusing the Flock license plate tracking system. According to the criminal complaint, Officer Josue Ayala allegedly accessed the system dozens of times while on duty to track a woman he was dating and her ex-partner, listing “investigation” as justification. The hosts break down the allegations, the reported plate searches — including over 100 checks in two months — and what it says about abuse of power and public trust. The conversation then shifts to the latest development in the long-running disappearance of Alexis Patterson. Her mother, Ayanna Patterson, has announced plans to pursue a federal civil rights lawsuit, alleging investigative failures and calling for an independent DNA test of a woman she believes could be Alexis. Homer reflects on being part of the original community search effort and how unified Milwaukee felt during that time. The hour closes with a heartfelt discussion about the pain of unanswered questions, the endurance of a mother’s hope, and the kind of community unity that has been difficult to recapture since.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Hostile Chamber Moments, Crime &amp; SNAP Claims Questioned (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/25/truth-in-the-morning-wqgnzgioxqeqfjjxawcqxawhauya5p1v</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show reflecting on the State of the Union before shifting into a deeply personal moment as Dame shares the unexpected passing of a close friend — a respected community figure who had supported him during a difficult chapter of his life.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;From there, the conversation turns back to politics as they react to what they describe as a tense and polarized atmosphere inside the chamber. They break down confrontations over protest signs, the tone of the speech, and what they see as a shift toward threats, war talk, and inflammatory framing rather than unity or clear policy wins.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The discussion intensifies as they challenge claims made during the address — particularly around crime statistics, SNAP benefits, and the elimination of DEI initiatives. Homer and Dame push back on the politicization of diversity, equity, and inclusion, unpacking what those terms actually mean and why they believe fairness and representation are being reframed as negatives. Callers weigh in with frustration, pointing to hypocrisy on both sides of the aisle.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They close the hour criticizing not only the president’s speech but also what they view as a weak response from Democratic leadership. Many listeners admit they skipped the address altogether, saying they chose to protect their peace rather than engage with what they felt was divisive rhetoric.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:18:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241173</guid><enclosure length="45235568" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7996273_2026-02-25-151013.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show reflecting on the State of the Union before shifting into a deeply personal moment as Dame shares the unexpected passing of a close friend — a respected community figure who had supported him during a difficult chapter of his life.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;From there, the conversation turns back to politics as they react to what they describe as a tense and polarized atmosphere inside the chamber. They break down confrontations over protest signs, the tone of the speech, and what they see as a shift toward threats, war talk, and inflammatory framing rather than unity or clear policy wins.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The discussion intensifies as they challenge claims made during the address — particularly around crime statistics, SNAP benefits, and the elimination of DEI initiatives. Homer and Dame push back on the politicization of diversity, equity, and inclusion, unpacking what those terms actually mean and why they believe fairness and representation are being reframed as negatives. Callers weigh in with frustration, pointing to hypocrisy on both sides of the aisle.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They close the hour criticizing not only the president’s speech but also what they view as a weak response from Democratic leadership. Many listeners admit they skipped the address altogether, saying they chose to protect their peace rather than engage with what they felt was divisive rhetoric.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame open the show reflecting on the State of the Union before shifting into a deeply personal moment as Dame shares the unexpected passing of a close friend — a respected community figure who had supported him during a difficult chapter of h...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame open the show reflecting on the State of the Union before shifting into a deeply personal moment as Dame shares the unexpected passing of a close friend — a respected community figure who had supported him during a difficult chapter of his life. From there, the conversation turns back to politics as they react to what they describe as a tense and polarized atmosphere inside the chamber. They break down confrontations over protest signs, the tone of the speech, and what they see as a shift toward threats, war talk, and inflammatory framing rather than unity or clear policy wins. The discussion intensifies as they challenge claims made during the address — particularly around crime statistics, SNAP benefits, and the elimination of DEI initiatives. Homer and Dame push back on the politicization of diversity, equity, and inclusion, unpacking what those terms actually mean and why they believe fairness and representation are being reframed as negatives. Callers weigh in with frustration, pointing to hypocrisy on both sides of the aisle. They close the hour criticizing not only the president’s speech but also what they view as a weak response from Democratic leadership. Many listeners admit they skipped the address altogether, saying they chose to protect their peace rather than engage with what they felt was divisive rhetoric.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:06</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame open the show reflecting on the State of the Union before shifting into a deeply personal moment as Dame shares the unexpected passing of a close friend — a respected community figure who had supported him during a difficult chapter of his life. From there, the conversation turns back to politics as they react to what they describe as a tense and polarized atmosphere inside the chamber. They break down confrontations over protest signs, the tone of the speech, and what they see as a shift toward threats, war talk, and inflammatory framing rather than unity or clear policy wins. The discussion intensifies as they challenge claims made during the address — particularly around crime statistics, SNAP benefits, and the elimination of DEI initiatives. Homer and Dame push back on the politicization of diversity, equity, and inclusion, unpacking what those terms actually mean and why they believe fairness and representation are being reframed as negatives. Callers weigh in with frustration, pointing to hypocrisy on both sides of the aisle. They close the hour criticizing not only the president’s speech but also what they view as a weak response from Democratic leadership. Many listeners admit they skipped the address altogether, saying they chose to protect their peace rather than engage with what they felt was divisive rhetoric.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: MPS Budget Crisis, Teacher Raises at Risk, BAFTAs Controversy (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/25/truth-in-the-morning-jwv6xkwhlcttk3wzc0iwhfdigefoenzu</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame begin hour two by diving into the reported $46 million budget deficit facing Milwaukee Public Schools and the proposal to delay or reduce teacher cost-of-living raises. They argue that educators should not be forced to fix a financial hole they didn’t create — especially given how underpaid and overextended teachers already are. Both urge listeners to attend upcoming community meetings instead of simply venting online.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation expands into a broader debate about accountability, questioning whether the current superintendent deserves blame or whether the financial issues are systemic and tied to prior leadership decisions. Homer and Dame emphasize that real change requires community engagement.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone turns serious as they react to a former Riverside High School aide pleading guilty to misdemeanor battery after slapping a student with disabilities. The victim’s parents say justice felt minimal. Dame shares a separate experience involving a student being restrained and choked at another MPS school, criticizing what he describes as poor communication and administrative attempts to downplay serious incidents.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour closes with a discussion about controversy at the BAFTAs, where a presenter used a racial slur and later attributed it to Tourette syndrome. Homer and Dame make clear they are not dismissing the seriousness of the condition but question how and why the slur surfaced in that moment. They argue that accountability should extend beyond the individual to event organizers who failed to implement safeguards like broadcast delay systems.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:16:36 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241175</guid><enclosure length="46189772" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7996268_2026-02-25-152908.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame begin hour two by diving into the reported $46 million budget deficit facing Milwaukee Public Schools and the proposal to delay or reduce teacher cost-of-living raises. They argue that educators should not be forced to fix a financial hole they didn’t create — especially given how underpaid and overextended teachers already are. Both urge listeners to attend upcoming community meetings instead of simply venting online.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation expands into a broader debate about accountability, questioning whether the current superintendent deserves blame or whether the financial issues are systemic and tied to prior leadership decisions. Homer and Dame emphasize that real change requires community engagement.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone turns serious as they react to a former Riverside High School aide pleading guilty to misdemeanor battery after slapping a student with disabilities. The victim’s parents say justice felt minimal. Dame shares a separate experience involving a student being restrained and choked at another MPS school, criticizing what he describes as poor communication and administrative attempts to downplay serious incidents.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour closes with a discussion about controversy at the BAFTAs, where a presenter used a racial slur and later attributed it to Tourette syndrome. Homer and Dame make clear they are not dismissing the seriousness of the condition but question how and why the slur surfaced in that moment. They argue that accountability should extend beyond the individual to event organizers who failed to implement safeguards like broadcast delay systems.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame begin hour two by diving into the reported $46 million budget deficit facing Milwaukee Public Schools and the proposal to delay or reduce teacher cost-of-living raises. They argue that educators should not be forced to fix a financial ho...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame begin hour two by diving into the reported $46 million budget deficit facing Milwaukee Public Schools and the proposal to delay or reduce teacher cost-of-living raises. They argue that educators should not be forced to fix a financial hole they didn’t create — especially given how underpaid and overextended teachers already are. Both urge listeners to attend upcoming community meetings instead of simply venting online. The conversation expands into a broader debate about accountability, questioning whether the current superintendent deserves blame or whether the financial issues are systemic and tied to prior leadership decisions. Homer and Dame emphasize that real change requires community engagement. The tone turns serious as they react to a former Riverside High School aide pleading guilty to misdemeanor battery after slapping a student with disabilities. The victim’s parents say justice felt minimal. Dame shares a separate experience involving a student being restrained and choked at another MPS school, criticizing what he describes as poor communication and administrative attempts to downplay serious incidents. The hour closes with a discussion about controversy at the BAFTAs, where a presenter used a racial slur and later attributed it to Tourette syndrome. Homer and Dame make clear they are not dismissing the seriousness of the condition but question how and why the slur surfaced in that moment. They argue that accountability should extend beyond the individual to event organizers who failed to implement safeguards like broadcast delay systems.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:06</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame begin hour two by diving into the reported $46 million budget deficit facing Milwaukee Public Schools and the proposal to delay or reduce teacher cost-of-living raises. They argue that educators should not be forced to fix a financial hole they didn’t create — especially given how underpaid and overextended teachers already are. Both urge listeners to attend upcoming community meetings instead of simply venting online. The conversation expands into a broader debate about accountability, questioning whether the current superintendent deserves blame or whether the financial issues are systemic and tied to prior leadership decisions. Homer and Dame emphasize that real change requires community engagement. The tone turns serious as they react to a former Riverside High School aide pleading guilty to misdemeanor battery after slapping a student with disabilities. The victim’s parents say justice felt minimal. Dame shares a separate experience involving a student being restrained and choked at another MPS school, criticizing what he describes as poor communication and administrative attempts to downplay serious incidents. The hour closes with a discussion about controversy at the BAFTAs, where a presenter used a racial slur and later attributed it to Tourette syndrome. Homer and Dame make clear they are not dismissing the seriousness of the condition but question how and why the slur surfaced in that moment. They argue that accountability should extend beyond the individual to event organizers who failed to implement safeguards like broadcast delay systems.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Truth Community Awards Celebration, Sade Robinson Case Reflection, Death Penalty Debate (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/24/truth-in-the-morning-a3i2wgmrogxm2a0gdabk19bmcayydjby</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show celebrating the success of the Truth Community Awards, reflecting on the powerful stories shared by this year’s honorees. Bailey highlights how the program struck the right balance — meaningful storytelling without dragging on — while still creating space for networking and real connection. The duo shout out the food vendors, partners, and community supporters who showed up strong, and Homer closes the segment with a heartfelt moment after being chosen by an eighth grader as a Black History Month hero.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone shifts as they discuss the recent 48 Hours episode covering the murder of Sade Robinson and the conviction of Maxwell Anderson. They spotlight Milwaukee County Detective Jo Donner’s emotional remarks about feeling personally responsible for being Sade’s voice and pursuing first-degree charges. The conversation expands into a broader debate: should the death penalty be an option in especially brutal, convicted murder cases? Callers weigh in passionately, with the overwhelming majority supporting the option. Homer and Bailey also question the lengthy appeals process and the financial burden of lifelong incarceration, while keeping the focus firmly on accountability for the convicted killer’s actions.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:08:07 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241178</guid><enclosure length="45225082" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7993880_2026-02-24-151420.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show celebrating the success of the Truth Community Awards, reflecting on the powerful stories shared by this year’s honorees. Bailey highlights how the program struck the right balance — meaningful storytelling without dragging on — while still creating space for networking and real connection. The duo shout out the food vendors, partners, and community supporters who showed up strong, and Homer closes the segment with a heartfelt moment after being chosen by an eighth grader as a Black History Month hero.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The tone shifts as they discuss the recent 48 Hours episode covering the murder of Sade Robinson and the conviction of Maxwell Anderson. They spotlight Milwaukee County Detective Jo Donner’s emotional remarks about feeling personally responsible for being Sade’s voice and pursuing first-degree charges. The conversation expands into a broader debate: should the death penalty be an option in especially brutal, convicted murder cases? Callers weigh in passionately, with the overwhelming majority supporting the option. Homer and Bailey also question the lengthy appeals process and the financial burden of lifelong incarceration, while keeping the focus firmly on accountability for the convicted killer’s actions.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey open the show celebrating the success of the Truth Community Awards, reflecting on the powerful stories shared by this year’s honorees. Bailey highlights how the program struck the right balance — meaningful storytelling without draggi...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey open the show celebrating the success of the Truth Community Awards, reflecting on the powerful stories shared by this year’s honorees. Bailey highlights how the program struck the right balance — meaningful storytelling without dragging on — while still creating space for networking and real connection. The duo shout out the food vendors, partners, and community supporters who showed up strong, and Homer closes the segment with a heartfelt moment after being chosen by an eighth grader as a Black History Month hero. The tone shifts as they discuss the recent 48 Hours episode covering the murder of Sade Robinson and the conviction of Maxwell Anderson. They spotlight Milwaukee County Detective Jo Donner’s emotional remarks about feeling personally responsible for being Sade’s voice and pursuing first-degree charges. The conversation expands into a broader debate: should the death penalty be an option in especially brutal, convicted murder cases? Callers weigh in passionately, with the overwhelming majority supporting the option. Homer and Bailey also question the lengthy appeals process and the financial burden of lifelong incarceration, while keeping the focus firmly on accountability for the convicted killer’s actions.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:06</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey open the show celebrating the success of the Truth Community Awards, reflecting on the powerful stories shared by this year’s honorees. Bailey highlights how the program struck the right balance — meaningful storytelling without dragging on — while still creating space for networking and real connection. The duo shout out the food vendors, partners, and community supporters who showed up strong, and Homer closes the segment with a heartfelt moment after being chosen by an eighth grader as a Black History Month hero. The tone shifts as they discuss the recent 48 Hours episode covering the murder of Sade Robinson and the conviction of Maxwell Anderson. They spotlight Milwaukee County Detective Jo Donner’s emotional remarks about feeling personally responsible for being Sade’s voice and pursuing first-degree charges. The conversation expands into a broader debate: should the death penalty be an option in especially brutal, convicted murder cases? Callers weigh in passionately, with the overwhelming majority supporting the option. Homer and Bailey also question the lengthy appeals process and the financial burden of lifelong incarceration, while keeping the focus firmly on accountability for the convicted killer’s actions.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Workplace Expectations, Media Milestone Celebration, Cartel Fear or Overreaction? (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/24/truth-in-the-morning-1hpwzt1upuszqokhquofaem6cv0juxgu</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey kick off the second hour with a spirited debate about workplace punctuality — is being “on time” good enough, or does real professionalism mean being early? Bailey argues that performance and flexibility matter more than strict clock-watching, while Homer holds firm that consistency and discipline set the standard.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The show then shifts to celebration, as they react to being featured in WISN 12’s Black History Month spotlight on Milwaukee’s Black media journey. They highlight The Truth’s impact alongside other local Black media voices before turning to international headlines: the reported killing of Mexican cartel leader El Mencho and the violent retaliation that followed, including disruptions in tourist areas like Puerto Vallarta.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation deepens into a debate about whether Americans should be concerned about cartel retaliation. Callers offer contrasting perspectives — some arguing cartels avoid targeting U.S. civilians to protect profits, others suggesting domestic violence is a more immediate threat. Homer and Bailey close the hour acknowledging that organized crime brutality isn’t confined to one country, referencing shocking cases closer to home, while Bailey shares personal stories from her time working near the Mexican border and the tension she witnessed firsthand.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:06:14 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241182</guid><enclosure length="45246054" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7993877_2026-02-24-154617.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey kick off the second hour with a spirited debate about workplace punctuality — is being “on time” good enough, or does real professionalism mean being early? Bailey argues that performance and flexibility matter more than strict clock-watching, while Homer holds firm that consistency and discipline set the standard.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The show then shifts to celebration, as they react to being featured in WISN 12’s Black History Month spotlight on Milwaukee’s Black media journey. They highlight The Truth’s impact alongside other local Black media voices before turning to international headlines: the reported killing of Mexican cartel leader El Mencho and the violent retaliation that followed, including disruptions in tourist areas like Puerto Vallarta.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation deepens into a debate about whether Americans should be concerned about cartel retaliation. Callers offer contrasting perspectives — some arguing cartels avoid targeting U.S. civilians to protect profits, others suggesting domestic violence is a more immediate threat. Homer and Bailey close the hour acknowledging that organized crime brutality isn’t confined to one country, referencing shocking cases closer to home, while Bailey shares personal stories from her time working near the Mexican border and the tension she witnessed firsthand.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey kick off the second hour with a spirited debate about workplace punctuality — is being “on time” good enough, or does real professionalism mean being early? Bailey argues that performance and flexibility matter more than strict clock-w...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey kick off the second hour with a spirited debate about workplace punctuality — is being “on time” good enough, or does real professionalism mean being early? Bailey argues that performance and flexibility matter more than strict clock-watching, while Homer holds firm that consistency and discipline set the standard. The show then shifts to celebration, as they react to being featured in WISN 12’s Black History Month spotlight on Milwaukee’s Black media journey. They highlight The Truth’s impact alongside other local Black media voices before turning to international headlines: the reported killing of Mexican cartel leader El Mencho and the violent retaliation that followed, including disruptions in tourist areas like Puerto Vallarta. The conversation deepens into a debate about whether Americans should be concerned about cartel retaliation. Callers offer contrasting perspectives — some arguing cartels avoid targeting U.S. civilians to protect profits, others suggesting domestic violence is a more immediate threat. Homer and Bailey close the hour acknowledging that organized crime brutality isn’t confined to one country, referencing shocking cases closer to home, while Bailey shares personal stories from her time working near the Mexican border and the tension she witnessed firsthand.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:07</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey kick off the second hour with a spirited debate about workplace punctuality — is being “on time” good enough, or does real professionalism mean being early? Bailey argues that performance and flexibility matter more than strict clock-watching, while Homer holds firm that consistency and discipline set the standard. The show then shifts to celebration, as they react to being featured in WISN 12’s Black History Month spotlight on Milwaukee’s Black media journey. They highlight The Truth’s impact alongside other local Black media voices before turning to international headlines: the reported killing of Mexican cartel leader El Mencho and the violent retaliation that followed, including disruptions in tourist areas like Puerto Vallarta. The conversation deepens into a debate about whether Americans should be concerned about cartel retaliation. Callers offer contrasting perspectives — some arguing cartels avoid targeting U.S. civilians to protect profits, others suggesting domestic violence is a more immediate threat. Homer and Bailey close the hour acknowledging that organized crime brutality isn’t confined to one country, referencing shocking cases closer to home, while Bailey shares personal stories from her time working near the Mexican border and the tension she witnessed firsthand.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM: Truth Community Awards Recap, Limiting Milwaukee’s Power?, State Amendment Concerns (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/23/truth-in-the-morning-svaut0ag0ukwp2qhcuo6611xg4krotxr</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show reflecting on the success of the second annual Truth Community Awards, celebrating a sold-out crowd and the powerful impact of honoring real community workers in Milwaukee. They highlight how many honorees brought supporters with them, creating space for authentic connection among people actively doing the work to improve the city. The guys also share some lighter moments from the night, including raffle mishaps and one of Homer’s trademark jokes.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then turns serious as they break down a proposed state constitutional amendment that would require Milwaukee’s Common Council to vote unanimously to change police or fire department policy. Homer frames the move as part of a broader trend of limiting Milwaukee’s authority, especially as the city’s leadership has become more diverse. The discussion expands to other recent legislative changes that increase vote thresholds and restrict local budget control, with both hosts questioning the long-term implications for local governance and minority-majority representation in Milwaukee.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:16:24 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241186</guid><enclosure length="45046824" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7990729_2026-02-23-153429.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show reflecting on the success of the second annual Truth Community Awards, celebrating a sold-out crowd and the powerful impact of honoring real community workers in Milwaukee. They highlight how many honorees brought supporters with them, creating space for authentic connection among people actively doing the work to improve the city. The guys also share some lighter moments from the night, including raffle mishaps and one of Homer’s trademark jokes.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then turns serious as they break down a proposed state constitutional amendment that would require Milwaukee’s Common Council to vote unanimously to change police or fire department policy. Homer frames the move as part of a broader trend of limiting Milwaukee’s authority, especially as the city’s leadership has become more diverse. The discussion expands to other recent legislative changes that increase vote thresholds and restrict local budget control, with both hosts questioning the long-term implications for local governance and minority-majority representation in Milwaukee.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame open the show reflecting on the success of the second annual Truth Community Awards, celebrating a sold-out crowd and the powerful impact of honoring real community workers in Milwaukee. They highlight how many honorees brought supporter...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame open the show reflecting on the success of the second annual Truth Community Awards, celebrating a sold-out crowd and the powerful impact of honoring real community workers in Milwaukee. They highlight how many honorees brought supporters with them, creating space for authentic connection among people actively doing the work to improve the city. The guys also share some lighter moments from the night, including raffle mishaps and one of Homer’s trademark jokes. The conversation then turns serious as they break down a proposed state constitutional amendment that would require Milwaukee’s Common Council to vote unanimously to change police or fire department policy. Homer frames the move as part of a broader trend of limiting Milwaukee’s authority, especially as the city’s leadership has become more diverse. The discussion expands to other recent legislative changes that increase vote thresholds and restrict local budget control, with both hosts questioning the long-term implications for local governance and minority-majority representation in Milwaukee.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:55</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame open the show reflecting on the success of the second annual Truth Community Awards, celebrating a sold-out crowd and the powerful impact of honoring real community workers in Milwaukee. They highlight how many honorees brought supporters with them, creating space for authentic connection among people actively doing the work to improve the city. The guys also share some lighter moments from the night, including raffle mishaps and one of Homer’s trademark jokes. The conversation then turns serious as they break down a proposed state constitutional amendment that would require Milwaukee’s Common Council to vote unanimously to change police or fire department policy. Homer frames the move as part of a broader trend of limiting Milwaukee’s authority, especially as the city’s leadership has become more diverse. The discussion expands to other recent legislative changes that increase vote thresholds and restrict local budget control, with both hosts questioning the long-term implications for local governance and minority-majority representation in Milwaukee.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM: Fresh Food Access in Milwaukee, Truck Driver Safety Debate, Who Profits from ICE Expansion? (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/23/truth-in-the-morning-mx9g4lt1eweyunbpners2v4lz99tcmg9</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame begin the second hour discussing food deserts and the role of corner stores in Milwaukee neighborhoods, arguing that the city should more aggressively enforce licensing requirements to ensure stores stock fresh fruits and vegetables as promised. The conversation then shifts to a new federal rule requiring commercial truck and bus drivers to take CDL tests in English. A veteran truck driver calls in to support the requirement, citing safety concerns about communication and reading road signage, while other callers push back, raising concerns about fairness and selective enforcement.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The discussion takes a deeper turn as the hosts react to reports that ICE is purchasing large warehouses across the country to expand detention capacity, with some facilities expected to hold up to 10,000 detainees each. They question the scale of the expansion and what it signals about broader immigration policy. The hour wraps with a pointed conversation about private prison profits, including reports of a dramatic earnings surge for detention contractors, as Homer and Dame argue that financial incentives often drive policy decisions. They close by highlighting positive community efforts, including a mentorship event, a milestone birthday celebration, and youth basketball success stories.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:09:29 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241189</guid><enclosure length="44889538" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7990682_2026-02-23-152022.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame begin the second hour discussing food deserts and the role of corner stores in Milwaukee neighborhoods, arguing that the city should more aggressively enforce licensing requirements to ensure stores stock fresh fruits and vegetables as promised. The conversation then shifts to a new federal rule requiring commercial truck and bus drivers to take CDL tests in English. A veteran truck driver calls in to support the requirement, citing safety concerns about communication and reading road signage, while other callers push back, raising concerns about fairness and selective enforcement.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The discussion takes a deeper turn as the hosts react to reports that ICE is purchasing large warehouses across the country to expand detention capacity, with some facilities expected to hold up to 10,000 detainees each. They question the scale of the expansion and what it signals about broader immigration policy. The hour wraps with a pointed conversation about private prison profits, including reports of a dramatic earnings surge for detention contractors, as Homer and Dame argue that financial incentives often drive policy decisions. They close by highlighting positive community efforts, including a mentorship event, a milestone birthday celebration, and youth basketball success stories.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame begin the second hour discussing food deserts and the role of corner stores in Milwaukee neighborhoods, arguing that the city should more aggressively enforce licensing requirements to ensure stores stock fresh fruits and vegetables as p...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame begin the second hour discussing food deserts and the role of corner stores in Milwaukee neighborhoods, arguing that the city should more aggressively enforce licensing requirements to ensure stores stock fresh fruits and vegetables as promised. The conversation then shifts to a new federal rule requiring commercial truck and bus drivers to take CDL tests in English. A veteran truck driver calls in to support the requirement, citing safety concerns about communication and reading road signage, while other callers push back, raising concerns about fairness and selective enforcement. The discussion takes a deeper turn as the hosts react to reports that ICE is purchasing large warehouses across the country to expand detention capacity, with some facilities expected to hold up to 10,000 detainees each. They question the scale of the expansion and what it signals about broader immigration policy. The hour wraps with a pointed conversation about private prison profits, including reports of a dramatic earnings surge for detention contractors, as Homer and Dame argue that financial incentives often drive policy decisions. They close by highlighting positive community efforts, including a mentorship event, a milestone birthday celebration, and youth basketball success stories.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:45</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame begin the second hour discussing food deserts and the role of corner stores in Milwaukee neighborhoods, arguing that the city should more aggressively enforce licensing requirements to ensure stores stock fresh fruits and vegetables as promised. The conversation then shifts to a new federal rule requiring commercial truck and bus drivers to take CDL tests in English. A veteran truck driver calls in to support the requirement, citing safety concerns about communication and reading road signage, while other callers push back, raising concerns about fairness and selective enforcement. The discussion takes a deeper turn as the hosts react to reports that ICE is purchasing large warehouses across the country to expand detention capacity, with some facilities expected to hold up to 10,000 detainees each. They question the scale of the expansion and what it signals about broader immigration policy. The hour wraps with a pointed conversation about private prison profits, including reports of a dramatic earnings surge for detention contractors, as Homer and Dame argue that financial incentives often drive policy decisions. They close by highlighting positive community efforts, including a mentorship event, a milestone birthday celebration, and youth basketball success stories.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Do You Like This Lineup?</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/20/truth-in-the-morning-nvdqjvggki3fbw1nsk5peha92xxuu1vc</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman continue the convo about the Summerfest lineup and why it’s so hard to book Urban acts.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:21:21 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241192</guid><enclosure length="44648366" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7987342_2026-02-20-155442.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman continue the convo about the Summerfest lineup and why it’s so hard to book Urban acts.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman continue the convo about the Summerfest lineup and why it's so hard to book Urban acts.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman continue the convo about the Summerfest lineup and why it's so hard to book Urban acts.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:30</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman continue the convo about the Summerfest lineup and why it's so hard to book Urban acts.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: SummerFest Reaction (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/20/truth-in-the-morning-lckfgsdnytgj9gvamj46liergsy5m1gq</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about the recent announced Summerfest lineup and if there is any excitement surrounding the event.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:11:40 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241195</guid><enclosure length="46955233" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7987105_2026-02-20-145505.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about the recent announced Summerfest lineup and if there is any excitement surrounding the event.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about the recent announced Summerfest lineup and if there is any excitement surrounding the event.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about the recent announced Summerfest lineup and if there is any excitement surrounding the event.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:55</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about the recent announced Summerfest lineup and if there is any excitement surrounding the event.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Battle At School (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/19/truth-in-the-morning-xylgzh6ln07vfuojwj79di8id3wdffjb</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the MPS parent charged in GreenTree Prep Academy attack. A mother comes to the school to fight because her daughter had her phone taken. Homer and Bailey talk to Truth Nation about how this generation of parents are raising their children.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:37:24 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241198</guid><enclosure length="46105886" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7984988_2026-02-19-160828.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the MPS parent charged in GreenTree Prep Academy attack. A mother comes to the school to fight because her daughter had her phone taken. Homer and Bailey talk to Truth Nation about how this generation of parents are raising their children.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the MPS parent charged in GreenTree Prep Academy attack. A mother comes to the school to fight because her daughter had her phone taken. Homer and Bailey talk to Truth Nation about how this generation of parents ar...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the MPS parent charged in GreenTree Prep Academy attack. A mother comes to the school to fight because her daughter had her phone taken. Homer and Bailey talk to Truth Nation about how this generation of parents are raising their children.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:01</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the MPS parent charged in GreenTree Prep Academy attack. A mother comes to the school to fight because her daughter had her phone taken. Homer and Bailey talk to Truth Nation about how this generation of parents are raising their children.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM:  A Stormy Wake-Up &amp; The Closing of Sam’s Jazz Cafe (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/19/truth-in-the-morning-lwgozjssydc0gzjfheiy2qwhgqw4dghc</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick off the show celebrating the upcoming Truth Community Awards, sharing their excitement for Friday night’s event and the impact it has on honoring local leaders and changemakers. The conversation then turns to the intense storm that rolled through Wednesday morning, with both hosts asking listeners if the thunder shook them awake and how the wild weather caught the city off guard.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey reflect on the closing of Sam’s Place Jazz Café after nearly five years in the Harambee neighborhood. They discuss the challenges facing live jazz venues, the cultural loss for the community, and what it says about the state of the art form. The show then pivots to a heated situation where a parent reportedly confronted a school resource officer over her daughter’s phone being confiscated. The hour wraps with a deeper discussion about phones in schools, parental accountability, and how these confrontations ultimately impact students’ education and discipline in the classroom.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 13:52:55 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241201</guid><enclosure length="44312821" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7984632_2026-02-19-140532.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick off the show celebrating the upcoming Truth Community Awards, sharing their excitement for Friday night’s event and the impact it has on honoring local leaders and changemakers. The conversation then turns to the intense storm that rolled through Wednesday morning, with both hosts asking listeners if the thunder shook them awake and how the wild weather caught the city off guard.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey reflect on the closing of Sam’s Place Jazz Café after nearly five years in the Harambee neighborhood. They discuss the challenges facing live jazz venues, the cultural loss for the community, and what it says about the state of the art form. The show then pivots to a heated situation where a parent reportedly confronted a school resource officer over her daughter’s phone being confiscated. The hour wraps with a deeper discussion about phones in schools, parental accountability, and how these confrontations ultimately impact students’ education and discipline in the classroom.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick off the show celebrating the upcoming Truth Community Awards, sharing their excitement for Friday night’s event and the impact it has on honoring local leaders and changemakers. The conversation then turns to the inte...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick off the show celebrating the upcoming Truth Community Awards, sharing their excitement for Friday night’s event and the impact it has on honoring local leaders and changemakers. The conversation then turns to the intense storm that rolled through Wednesday morning, with both hosts asking listeners if the thunder shook them awake and how the wild weather caught the city off guard. Homer and Bailey reflect on the closing of Sam’s Place Jazz Café after nearly five years in the Harambee neighborhood. They discuss the challenges facing live jazz venues, the cultural loss for the community, and what it says about the state of the art form. The show then pivots to a heated situation where a parent reportedly confronted a school resource officer over her daughter’s phone being confiscated. The hour wraps with a deeper discussion about phones in schools, parental accountability, and how these confrontations ultimately impact students’ education and discipline in the classroom.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:09</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick off the show celebrating the upcoming Truth Community Awards, sharing their excitement for Friday night’s event and the impact it has on honoring local leaders and changemakers. The conversation then turns to the intense storm that rolled through Wednesday morning, with both hosts asking listeners if the thunder shook them awake and how the wild weather caught the city off guard. Homer and Bailey reflect on the closing of Sam’s Place Jazz Café after nearly five years in the Harambee neighborhood. They discuss the challenges facing live jazz venues, the cultural loss for the community, and what it says about the state of the art form. The show then pivots to a heated situation where a parent reportedly confronted a school resource officer over her daughter’s phone being confiscated. The hour wraps with a deeper discussion about phones in schools, parental accountability, and how these confrontations ultimately impact students’ education and discipline in the classroom.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: 20 Shots Fired &amp; Protecting Our Kids (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/18/truth-in-the-morning-dl2yqi6morqykz57o7rzje9xymcsjlqo</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show reacting to an overnight shooting where nearly 20 shots were fired at a 16-year-old in a targeted attack. The hosts discuss how reckless violence doesn’t just endanger one person — it puts entire families and neighborhoods at risk.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation turns to a disturbing case involving a tutor at Bradley Tech who was charged after allegedly having sexual contact with a 14-year-old student. Homer reads portions of the criminal complaint, and both hosts question how situations like this happen — including whether there should be minimum age requirements for certain school-based roles. The discussion continues with Dame pointing out that sometimes warning signs are visible long before charges are filed — including behaviors and comments that give off “creep vibes.” They explore the importance of awareness, boundaries, and protecting young people.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The show closes with a broader call for stricter consequences and stronger safeguards when adults violate trust in schools, emphasizing that accountability must be firm when it comes to protecting children.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:08:49 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241203</guid><enclosure length="46609203" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7982482_2026-02-18-152222.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame open the show reacting to an overnight shooting where nearly 20 shots were fired at a 16-year-old in a targeted attack. The hosts discuss how reckless violence doesn’t just endanger one person — it puts entire families and neighborhoods at risk.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation turns to a disturbing case involving a tutor at Bradley Tech who was charged after allegedly having sexual contact with a 14-year-old student. Homer reads portions of the criminal complaint, and both hosts question how situations like this happen — including whether there should be minimum age requirements for certain school-based roles. The discussion continues with Dame pointing out that sometimes warning signs are visible long before charges are filed — including behaviors and comments that give off “creep vibes.” They explore the importance of awareness, boundaries, and protecting young people.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The show closes with a broader call for stricter consequences and stronger safeguards when adults violate trust in schools, emphasizing that accountability must be firm when it comes to protecting children.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame open the show reacting to an overnight shooting where nearly 20 shots were fired at a 16-year-old in a targeted attack. The hosts discuss how reckless violence doesn’t just endanger one person — it puts entire families and neighborhoods ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame open the show reacting to an overnight shooting where nearly 20 shots were fired at a 16-year-old in a targeted attack. The hosts discuss how reckless violence doesn’t just endanger one person — it puts entire families and neighborhoods at risk. The conversation turns to a disturbing case involving a tutor at Bradley Tech who was charged after allegedly having sexual contact with a 14-year-old student. Homer reads portions of the criminal complaint, and both hosts question how situations like this happen — including whether there should be minimum age requirements for certain school-based roles. The discussion continues with Dame pointing out that sometimes warning signs are visible long before charges are filed — including behaviors and comments that give off “creep vibes.” They explore the importance of awareness, boundaries, and protecting young people. The show closes with a broader call for stricter consequences and stronger safeguards when adults violate trust in schools, emphasizing that accountability must be firm when it comes to protecting children.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:32</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame open the show reacting to an overnight shooting where nearly 20 shots were fired at a 16-year-old in a targeted attack. The hosts discuss how reckless violence doesn’t just endanger one person — it puts entire families and neighborhoods at risk. The conversation turns to a disturbing case involving a tutor at Bradley Tech who was charged after allegedly having sexual contact with a 14-year-old student. Homer reads portions of the criminal complaint, and both hosts question how situations like this happen — including whether there should be minimum age requirements for certain school-based roles. The discussion continues with Dame pointing out that sometimes warning signs are visible long before charges are filed — including behaviors and comments that give off “creep vibes.” They explore the importance of awareness, boundaries, and protecting young people. The show closes with a broader call for stricter consequences and stronger safeguards when adults violate trust in schools, emphasizing that accountability must be firm when it comes to protecting children.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Jesse Jackson’s Legacy &amp; City Hall Chaos (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/18/truth-in-the-morning-krufjolntrg4oaqnnwxlohg8vcixacp2</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey open the show reflecting on the life and legacy of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson. Dame shares how Jackson’s historic presidential run inspired him at a young age, while Homer tells a personal story about receiving a Rainbow PUSH Coalition pin directly from Jackson — a keepsake he still holds onto today as a symbol of leadership and sacrifice.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation shifts to City Hall, where tensions boiled over after Milwaukee Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa filed a formal complaint against Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., alleging verbal abuse and intimidation during a confrontation in her office. Homer and Dame unpack what this means for professionalism and leadership inside local government. The discussion continues with callers weighing in on the ongoing disputes between council members and what it says about decorum in public office. In the final segment, Homer and Dame talk about why so many conflicts happen behind closed doors, and Dame makes the point that as a Black man in leadership, self-control and composure are not optional — they’re essential.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:08:42 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241205</guid><enclosure length="44637880" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7982483_2026-02-18-152423.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey open the show reflecting on the life and legacy of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson. Dame shares how Jackson’s historic presidential run inspired him at a young age, while Homer tells a personal story about receiving a Rainbow PUSH Coalition pin directly from Jackson — a keepsake he still holds onto today as a symbol of leadership and sacrifice.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation shifts to City Hall, where tensions boiled over after Milwaukee Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa filed a formal complaint against Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., alleging verbal abuse and intimidation during a confrontation in her office. Homer and Dame unpack what this means for professionalism and leadership inside local government. The discussion continues with callers weighing in on the ongoing disputes between council members and what it says about decorum in public office. In the final segment, Homer and Dame talk about why so many conflicts happen behind closed doors, and Dame makes the point that as a Black man in leadership, self-control and composure are not optional — they’re essential.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey open the show reflecting on the life and legacy of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson. Dame shares how Jackson’s historic presidential run inspired him at a young age, while Homer tells a personal story about receiving a Rainbow PUS...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey open the show reflecting on the life and legacy of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson. Dame shares how Jackson’s historic presidential run inspired him at a young age, while Homer tells a personal story about receiving a Rainbow PUSH Coalition pin directly from Jackson — a keepsake he still holds onto today as a symbol of leadership and sacrifice. The conversation shifts to City Hall, where tensions boiled over after Milwaukee Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa filed a formal complaint against Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., alleging verbal abuse and intimidation during a confrontation in her office. Homer and Dame unpack what this means for professionalism and leadership inside local government. The discussion continues with callers weighing in on the ongoing disputes between council members and what it says about decorum in public office. In the final segment, Homer and Dame talk about why so many conflicts happen behind closed doors, and Dame makes the point that as a Black man in leadership, self-control and composure are not optional — they’re essential.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:28</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey open the show reflecting on the life and legacy of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson. Dame shares how Jackson’s historic presidential run inspired him at a young age, while Homer tells a personal story about receiving a Rainbow PUSH Coalition pin directly from Jackson — a keepsake he still holds onto today as a symbol of leadership and sacrifice. The conversation shifts to City Hall, where tensions boiled over after Milwaukee Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa filed a formal complaint against Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., alleging verbal abuse and intimidation during a confrontation in her office. Homer and Dame unpack what this means for professionalism and leadership inside local government. The discussion continues with callers weighing in on the ongoing disputes between council members and what it says about decorum in public office. In the final segment, Homer and Dame talk about why so many conflicts happen behind closed doors, and Dame makes the point that as a Black man in leadership, self-control and composure are not optional — they’re essential.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Civil Rights Legacy &amp; Community Accountability (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/17/truth-in-the-morning-vzqmt8gslkejtig98vyffhuupu9dgqr6</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey opened the show with a heartfelt tribute to Reverend Jesse Jackson following his passing at age 84. They reflected on how he helped turn the civil rights movement into political action, his presidential campaigns, and his lasting influence on leaders like President Barack Obama. Homer shared a personal story about receiving a Rainbow Coalition pin directly from Jackson, while Bailey spoke about meeting him early in her radio career. They also honored Milwaukee community leader Akuwa Dantzler for her behind-the-scenes dedication to the city before closing the segment with a moment of silence.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour then shifted briefly to lighter news with reaction to a bizarre story about a man who allegedly stole a police squad car and told officers his name was “Jesus.” But the tone turned serious again as they broke down a viral Family Dollar video showing a security guard dragging and striking an intoxicated customer. Homer and Bailey questioned whether the force used was excessive and stressed that stress, frustration, or workplace pressure are never excuses for losing control.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:13:52 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241208</guid><enclosure length="44564480" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7980164_2026-02-17-153104.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey opened the show with a heartfelt tribute to Reverend Jesse Jackson following his passing at age 84. They reflected on how he helped turn the civil rights movement into political action, his presidential campaigns, and his lasting influence on leaders like President Barack Obama. Homer shared a personal story about receiving a Rainbow Coalition pin directly from Jackson, while Bailey spoke about meeting him early in her radio career. They also honored Milwaukee community leader Akuwa Dantzler for her behind-the-scenes dedication to the city before closing the segment with a moment of silence.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour then shifted briefly to lighter news with reaction to a bizarre story about a man who allegedly stole a police squad car and told officers his name was “Jesus.” But the tone turned serious again as they broke down a viral Family Dollar video showing a security guard dragging and striking an intoxicated customer. Homer and Bailey questioned whether the force used was excessive and stressed that stress, frustration, or workplace pressure are never excuses for losing control.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey opened the show with a heartfelt tribute to Reverend Jesse Jackson following his passing at age 84. They reflected on how he helped turn the civil rights movement into political action, his presidential campaigns, and his lasting influ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey opened the show with a heartfelt tribute to Reverend Jesse Jackson following his passing at age 84. They reflected on how he helped turn the civil rights movement into political action, his presidential campaigns, and his lasting influence on leaders like President Barack Obama. Homer shared a personal story about receiving a Rainbow Coalition pin directly from Jackson, while Bailey spoke about meeting him early in her radio career. They also honored Milwaukee community leader Akuwa Dantzler for her behind-the-scenes dedication to the city before closing the segment with a moment of silence. The hour then shifted briefly to lighter news with reaction to a bizarre story about a man who allegedly stole a police squad car and told officers his name was “Jesus.” But the tone turned serious again as they broke down a viral Family Dollar video showing a security guard dragging and striking an intoxicated customer. Homer and Bailey questioned whether the force used was excessive and stressed that stress, frustration, or workplace pressure are never excuses for losing control.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:24</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey opened the show with a heartfelt tribute to Reverend Jesse Jackson following his passing at age 84. They reflected on how he helped turn the civil rights movement into political action, his presidential campaigns, and his lasting influence on leaders like President Barack Obama. Homer shared a personal story about receiving a Rainbow Coalition pin directly from Jackson, while Bailey spoke about meeting him early in her radio career. They also honored Milwaukee community leader Akuwa Dantzler for her behind-the-scenes dedication to the city before closing the segment with a moment of silence. The hour then shifted briefly to lighter news with reaction to a bizarre story about a man who allegedly stole a police squad car and told officers his name was “Jesus.” But the tone turned serious again as they broke down a viral Family Dollar video showing a security guard dragging and striking an intoxicated customer. Homer and Bailey questioned whether the force used was excessive and stressed that stress, frustration, or workplace pressure are never excuses for losing control.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Viral Video Debate, Inner-City Business &amp; Local Crime (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/17/truth-in-the-morning-lkk6wwtxnt72fdmrrtfohitat1lj5irx</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continued the discussion about the Family Dollar incident, emphasizing that if the video hadn’t been recorded, the story may have been flipped or ignored. Callers weighed in with strong opinions, including criticism of the guard’s actions and calls for accountability. Monty, the man who recorded the video, joined the show to describe what he witnessed and why he believed the force used was excessive and unnecessary.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation expanded into a debate about shopping in inner-city stores. Bailey made it clear that wanting a calm shopping experience doesn’t mean she’s against her community. Callers argued that avoiding neighborhood stores contributes to closures, while the hosts stressed that customers still deserve professionalism and safety. The hour closed with discussion of federal SNAP fraud charges against a local store owner and a tragic homicide-suicide in Milwaukee, highlighting concerns about accountability, violence, and the direction of the community.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:12:41 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241211</guid><enclosure length="45308968" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7980156_2026-02-17-153156.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey continued the discussion about the Family Dollar incident, emphasizing that if the video hadn’t been recorded, the story may have been flipped or ignored. Callers weighed in with strong opinions, including criticism of the guard’s actions and calls for accountability. Monty, the man who recorded the video, joined the show to describe what he witnessed and why he believed the force used was excessive and unnecessary.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation expanded into a debate about shopping in inner-city stores. Bailey made it clear that wanting a calm shopping experience doesn’t mean she’s against her community. Callers argued that avoiding neighborhood stores contributes to closures, while the hosts stressed that customers still deserve professionalism and safety. The hour closed with discussion of federal SNAP fraud charges against a local store owner and a tragic homicide-suicide in Milwaukee, highlighting concerns about accountability, violence, and the direction of the community.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey continued the discussion about the Family Dollar incident, emphasizing that if the video hadn’t been recorded, the story may have been flipped or ignored. Callers weighed in with strong opinions, including criticism of the guard’s acti...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey continued the discussion about the Family Dollar incident, emphasizing that if the video hadn’t been recorded, the story may have been flipped or ignored. Callers weighed in with strong opinions, including criticism of the guard’s actions and calls for accountability. Monty, the man who recorded the video, joined the show to describe what he witnessed and why he believed the force used was excessive and unnecessary. The conversation expanded into a debate about shopping in inner-city stores. Bailey made it clear that wanting a calm shopping experience doesn’t mean she’s against her community. Callers argued that avoiding neighborhood stores contributes to closures, while the hosts stressed that customers still deserve professionalism and safety. The hour closed with discussion of federal SNAP fraud charges against a local store owner and a tragic homicide-suicide in Milwaukee, highlighting concerns about accountability, violence, and the direction of the community.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:11</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey continued the discussion about the Family Dollar incident, emphasizing that if the video hadn’t been recorded, the story may have been flipped or ignored. Callers weighed in with strong opinions, including criticism of the guard’s actions and calls for accountability. Monty, the man who recorded the video, joined the show to describe what he witnessed and why he believed the force used was excessive and unnecessary. The conversation expanded into a debate about shopping in inner-city stores. Bailey made it clear that wanting a calm shopping experience doesn’t mean she’s against her community. Callers argued that avoiding neighborhood stores contributes to closures, while the hosts stressed that customers still deserve professionalism and safety. The hour closed with discussion of federal SNAP fraud charges against a local store owner and a tragic homicide-suicide in Milwaukee, highlighting concerns about accountability, violence, and the direction of the community.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: All-Star Energy &amp; City Hall Questions (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/16/truth-in-the-morning-keg6wwjxmebsvlf05jc7qsxgkr5od6wv</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame kicked off the show breaking down the NBA All-Star Game, praising the new format and the renewed competitive energy. Homer also shared highlights from the celebration of life for Nate Luckett, calling it a powerful community gathering filled with tributes and love.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour continued with more All-Star Weekend reactions, including a caller weighing in on the dunk contest, before shifting to the sentencing of former MPS board member Aisha Carr. The hosts then unpacked an ethics concern involving Milwaukee Common Council President Jose Perez and closed the hour discussing neighborhood concerns, city systems, and why residents should use 286-CITY to get real results.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:45:01 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241214</guid><enclosure length="46095400" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7978324_2026-02-16-155124.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame kicked off the show breaking down the NBA All-Star Game, praising the new format and the renewed competitive energy. Homer also shared highlights from the celebration of life for Nate Luckett, calling it a powerful community gathering filled with tributes and love.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour continued with more All-Star Weekend reactions, including a caller weighing in on the dunk contest, before shifting to the sentencing of former MPS board member Aisha Carr. The hosts then unpacked an ethics concern involving Milwaukee Common Council President Jose Perez and closed the hour discussing neighborhood concerns, city systems, and why residents should use 286-CITY to get real results.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame kicked off the show breaking down the NBA All-Star Game, praising the new format and the renewed competitive energy. Homer also shared highlights from the celebration of life for Nate Luckett, calling it a powerful community gathering fi...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame kicked off the show breaking down the NBA All-Star Game, praising the new format and the renewed competitive energy. Homer also shared highlights from the celebration of life for Nate Luckett, calling it a powerful community gathering filled with tributes and love. The hour continued with more All-Star Weekend reactions, including a caller weighing in on the dunk contest, before shifting to the sentencing of former MPS board member Aisha Carr. The hosts then unpacked an ethics concern involving Milwaukee Common Council President Jose Perez and closed the hour discussing neighborhood concerns, city systems, and why residents should use 286-CITY to get real results.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:01</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame kicked off the show breaking down the NBA All-Star Game, praising the new format and the renewed competitive energy. Homer also shared highlights from the celebration of life for Nate Luckett, calling it a powerful community gathering filled with tributes and love. The hour continued with more All-Star Weekend reactions, including a caller weighing in on the dunk contest, before shifting to the sentencing of former MPS board member Aisha Carr. The hosts then unpacked an ethics concern involving Milwaukee Common Council President Jose Perez and closed the hour discussing neighborhood concerns, city systems, and why residents should use 286-CITY to get real results.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Shutdown Tensions &amp; Investing in Our Future (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/16/truth-in-the-morning-s9ruegsn2u1fg4fuagaylecyo7sjydae</link><description>&lt;p&gt;In Hour 2, Homer and Dame focused on the partial government shutdown, discussing who isn’t getting paid and raising concerns about ICE enforcement, protest tracking, and accountability. The conversation expanded into a broader political discussion about midterm elections, power struggles, and why staying informed matters more than ever.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour shifted to education as the hosts welcomed Matthew Boswell from Milwaukee Public Schools to talk about the upcoming Kindergarten Enrollment Fair. Boswell explained the importance of starting kids early, highlighted full-day K3 options and Montessori programs, and outlined transportation availability. The segment wrapped with a reminder that families can enroll this Saturday, February 21, from 9 a.m. to noon at North Division High School.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:43:50 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241217</guid><enclosure length="43589304" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7978323_2026-02-16-155823.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;In Hour 2, Homer and Dame focused on the partial government shutdown, discussing who isn’t getting paid and raising concerns about ICE enforcement, protest tracking, and accountability. The conversation expanded into a broader political discussion about midterm elections, power struggles, and why staying informed matters more than ever.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour shifted to education as the hosts welcomed Matthew Boswell from Milwaukee Public Schools to talk about the upcoming Kindergarten Enrollment Fair. Boswell explained the importance of starting kids early, highlighted full-day K3 options and Montessori programs, and outlined transportation availability. The segment wrapped with a reminder that families can enroll this Saturday, February 21, from 9 a.m. to noon at North Division High School.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>In Hour 2, Homer and Dame focused on the partial government shutdown, discussing who isn’t getting paid and raising concerns about ICE enforcement, protest tracking, and accountability. The conversation expanded into a broader political discussion abou...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>In Hour 2, Homer and Dame focused on the partial government shutdown, discussing who isn’t getting paid and raising concerns about ICE enforcement, protest tracking, and accountability. The conversation expanded into a broader political discussion about midterm elections, power struggles, and why staying informed matters more than ever. The hour shifted to education as the hosts welcomed Matthew Boswell from Milwaukee Public Schools to talk about the upcoming Kindergarten Enrollment Fair. Boswell explained the importance of starting kids early, highlighted full-day K3 options and Montessori programs, and outlined transportation availability. The segment wrapped with a reminder that families can enroll this Saturday, February 21, from 9 a.m. to noon at North Division High School.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:23</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>In Hour 2, Homer and Dame focused on the partial government shutdown, discussing who isn’t getting paid and raising concerns about ICE enforcement, protest tracking, and accountability. The conversation expanded into a broader political discussion about midterm elections, power struggles, and why staying informed matters more than ever. The hour shifted to education as the hosts welcomed Matthew Boswell from Milwaukee Public Schools to talk about the upcoming Kindergarten Enrollment Fair. Boswell explained the importance of starting kids early, highlighted full-day K3 options and Montessori programs, and outlined transportation availability. The segment wrapped with a reminder that families can enroll this Saturday, February 21, from 9 a.m. to noon at North Division High School.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Superstitions, Signs &amp; The Epstein Question (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/13/truth-in-the-morning-nudkpd8thvscrajjpsnovqnpgihuvnkm</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame kick off the show talking Friday the 13th, superstitions, zodiac signs, and the little rituals people swear by. The fun quickly shifts into a serious conversation about the Epstein files, accountability, and why powerful people don’t seem to face the same consequences as everyday citizens. They question distractions, double standards, and what it means when regular folks go to jail for small crimes while elites walk free.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:30:34 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241220</guid><enclosure length="45571112" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7975085_2026-02-13-152425.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame kick off the show talking Friday the 13th, superstitions, zodiac signs, and the little rituals people swear by. The fun quickly shifts into a serious conversation about the Epstein files, accountability, and why powerful people don’t seem to face the same consequences as everyday citizens. They question distractions, double standards, and what it means when regular folks go to jail for small crimes while elites walk free.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame kick off the show talking Friday the 13th, superstitions, zodiac signs, and the little rituals people swear by. The fun quickly shifts into a serious conversation about the Epstein files, accountabilit...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame kick off the show talking Friday the 13th, superstitions, zodiac signs, and the little rituals people swear by. The fun quickly shifts into a serious conversation about the Epstein files, accountability, and why powerful people don’t seem to face the same consequences as everyday citizens. They question distractions, double standards, and what it means when regular folks go to jail for small crimes while elites walk free.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:27</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame kick off the show talking Friday the 13th, superstitions, zodiac signs, and the little rituals people swear by. The fun quickly shifts into a serious conversation about the Epstein files, accountability, and why powerful people don’t seem to face the same consequences as everyday citizens. They question distractions, double standards, and what it means when regular folks go to jail for small crimes while elites walk free.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: FoodShare Changes, Power Moves &amp; Wake-Up Calls (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/13/truth-in-the-morning-toxi5dl9dp8brbxxehwixjh1qtjedxah</link><description>&lt;p&gt;In the second hour of Truth In The Morning, Homer and Dame break down proposed SNAP and EBT changes and how they could make it harder for poor communities to access food. They explain why small stores could suffer, why “food deserts” may get worse, and how policy shifts often hurt working families the most. The hour also continues the discussion on government power, accountability, and why staying informed matters now more than ever.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:29:08 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241223</guid><enclosure length="45004881" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7975080_2026-02-13-150520.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;In the second hour of Truth In The Morning, Homer and Dame break down proposed SNAP and EBT changes and how they could make it harder for poor communities to access food. They explain why small stores could suffer, why “food deserts” may get worse, and how policy shifts often hurt working families the most. The hour also continues the discussion on government power, accountability, and why staying informed matters now more than ever.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>In the second hour of Truth In The Morning, Homer and Dame break down proposed SNAP and EBT changes and how they could make it harder for poor communities to access food. They explain why small stores could suffer, why “food deserts” may get worse, and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>In the second hour of Truth In The Morning, Homer and Dame break down proposed SNAP and EBT changes and how they could make it harder for poor communities to access food. They explain why small stores could suffer, why “food deserts” may get worse, and how policy shifts often hurt working families the most. The hour also continues the discussion on government power, accountability, and why staying informed matters now more than ever.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:52</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>In the second hour of Truth In The Morning, Homer and Dame break down proposed SNAP and EBT changes and how they could make it harder for poor communities to access food. They explain why small stores could suffer, why “food deserts” may get worse, and how policy shifts often hurt working families the most. The hour also continues the discussion on government power, accountability, and why staying informed matters now more than ever.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Community Loss &amp; Economic Warning Signs (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/12/truth-in-the-morning-u3jmop8nn34ocizyfd8plt0p4nyiigwc</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman recap their Community Advocates conversation and continue promoting the upcoming Truth Community Awards before shifting to a heartfelt tribute to longtime Milwaukee leader Lamar Franklin. They reflect on his decades of service, the impact of Northcott Neighborhood House, and why honoring unsung heroes matters.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour also dives into Cargill’s announcement that it will close its Milwaukee facility, eliminating 221 jobs, sparking a larger conversation about layoffs, rising grocery prices, automation, and what shrinking factory work means for the city’s future.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:30:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241226</guid><enclosure length="43767562" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7972728_2026-02-12-152828.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman recap their Community Advocates conversation and continue promoting the upcoming Truth Community Awards before shifting to a heartfelt tribute to longtime Milwaukee leader Lamar Franklin. They reflect on his decades of service, the impact of Northcott Neighborhood House, and why honoring unsung heroes matters.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hour also dives into Cargill’s announcement that it will close its Milwaukee facility, eliminating 221 jobs, sparking a larger conversation about layoffs, rising grocery prices, automation, and what shrinking factory work means for the city’s future.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman recap their Community Advocates conversation and continue promoting the upcoming Truth Community Awards before shifting to a heartfelt tribute to longtime Milwaukee leader Lamar Franklin. The...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman recap their Community Advocates conversation and continue promoting the upcoming Truth Community Awards before shifting to a heartfelt tribute to longtime Milwaukee leader Lamar Franklin. They reflect on his decades of service, the impact of Northcott Neighborhood House, and why honoring unsung heroes matters. The hour also dives into Cargill’s announcement that it will close its Milwaukee facility, eliminating 221 jobs, sparking a larger conversation about layoffs, rising grocery prices, automation, and what shrinking factory work means for the city’s future.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:34</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman recap their Community Advocates conversation and continue promoting the upcoming Truth Community Awards before shifting to a heartfelt tribute to longtime Milwaukee leader Lamar Franklin. They reflect on his decades of service, the impact of Northcott Neighborhood House, and why honoring unsung heroes matters. The hour also dives into Cargill’s announcement that it will close its Milwaukee facility, eliminating 221 jobs, sparking a larger conversation about layoffs, rising grocery prices, automation, and what shrinking factory work means for the city’s future.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Tax Choices, Tech Takeover &amp; A System Failure (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/12/truth-in-the-morning-nzz7moaomh8t0gfoq6i7sg9hsajh3kjb</link><description>&lt;p&gt;In the second hour on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman respond to listener comments about tax refunds and personal responsibility, urging people to use returns to improve their living situations rather than short-term spending. The conversation expands into automation and AI replacing traditional jobs, with warnings that factory, service, and even media roles are rapidly evolving in the “Jetsons era.”&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Later, the show turns serious as they break down a disturbing homicide case involving a documented pattern of stalking and escalating threats that preceded a fatal stabbing. The duo questions why warning signs and police reports didn’t result in earlier intervention, and they close with a broader conversation about personal safety, accountability, and protecting yourself in relationships.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:22:02 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241229</guid><enclosure length="45046824" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7972727_2026-02-12-151227.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;In the second hour on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman respond to listener comments about tax refunds and personal responsibility, urging people to use returns to improve their living situations rather than short-term spending. The conversation expands into automation and AI replacing traditional jobs, with warnings that factory, service, and even media roles are rapidly evolving in the “Jetsons era.”&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Later, the show turns serious as they break down a disturbing homicide case involving a documented pattern of stalking and escalating threats that preceded a fatal stabbing. The duo questions why warning signs and police reports didn’t result in earlier intervention, and they close with a broader conversation about personal safety, accountability, and protecting yourself in relationships.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>In the second hour on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman respond to listener comments about tax refunds and personal responsibility, urging people to use returns to improve their living situations rather than short-term spending. The c...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>In the second hour on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman respond to listener comments about tax refunds and personal responsibility, urging people to use returns to improve their living situations rather than short-term spending. The conversation expands into automation and AI replacing traditional jobs, with warnings that factory, service, and even media roles are rapidly evolving in the “Jetsons era.” Later, the show turns serious as they break down a disturbing homicide case involving a documented pattern of stalking and escalating threats that preceded a fatal stabbing. The duo questions why warning signs and police reports didn’t result in earlier intervention, and they close with a broader conversation about personal safety, accountability, and protecting yourself in relationships.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:54</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>In the second hour on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman respond to listener comments about tax refunds and personal responsibility, urging people to use returns to improve their living situations rather than short-term spending. The conversation expands into automation and AI replacing traditional jobs, with warnings that factory, service, and even media roles are rapidly evolving in the “Jetsons era.” Later, the show turns serious as they break down a disturbing homicide case involving a documented pattern of stalking and escalating threats that preceded a fatal stabbing. The duo questions why warning signs and police reports didn’t result in earlier intervention, and they close with a broader conversation about personal safety, accountability, and protecting yourself in relationships.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Honored… Then a Major Drug Bust (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/11/truth-in-the-morning-a2tzk9de5vajv0yhjlfe4tfcrddic5am</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick off the show with Homer sharing the story of being honored as a 2026 “28 Days of Black History” recipient — after finding out through social media congratulations before receiving official notice. The duo talks about the importance of giving people their flowers and celebrates the upcoming Truth Community Awards, highlighting the boots-on-the-ground leaders being recognized in Milwaukee.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then shifts to a major multi-agency drug bust at Goodfellas Barbershop near 44th &amp;amp; Center, where authorities seized a large amount of methamphetamine. Homer and Dame react to the raid footage, discuss long-standing neighborhood complaints, and examine how drug activity impacts surrounding communities.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:31:35 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241232</guid><enclosure length="44155535" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7969412_2026-02-11-153012.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick off the show with Homer sharing the story of being honored as a 2026 “28 Days of Black History” recipient — after finding out through social media congratulations before receiving official notice. The duo talks about the importance of giving people their flowers and celebrates the upcoming Truth Community Awards, highlighting the boots-on-the-ground leaders being recognized in Milwaukee.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation then shifts to a major multi-agency drug bust at Goodfellas Barbershop near 44th &amp;amp; Center, where authorities seized a large amount of methamphetamine. Homer and Dame react to the raid footage, discuss long-standing neighborhood complaints, and examine how drug activity impacts surrounding communities.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick off the show with Homer sharing the story of being honored as a 2026 “28 Days of Black History” recipient — after finding out through social media congratulations before receiving official ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick off the show with Homer sharing the story of being honored as a 2026 “28 Days of Black History” recipient — after finding out through social media congratulations before receiving official notice. The duo talks about the importance of giving people their flowers and celebrates the upcoming Truth Community Awards, highlighting the boots-on-the-ground leaders being recognized in Milwaukee. The conversation then shifts to a major multi-agency drug bust at Goodfellas Barbershop near 44th &amp; Center, where authorities seized a large amount of methamphetamine. Homer and Dame react to the raid footage, discuss long-standing neighborhood complaints, and examine how drug activity impacts surrounding communities.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:59</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick off the show with Homer sharing the story of being honored as a 2026 “28 Days of Black History” recipient — after finding out through social media congratulations before receiving official notice. The duo talks about the importance of giving people their flowers and celebrates the upcoming Truth Community Awards, highlighting the boots-on-the-ground leaders being recognized in Milwaukee. The conversation then shifts to a major multi-agency drug bust at Goodfellas Barbershop near 44th &amp; Center, where authorities seized a large amount of methamphetamine. Homer and Dame react to the raid footage, discuss long-standing neighborhood complaints, and examine how drug activity impacts surrounding communities.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: The Hustle, The Consequences &amp; Community Advocates (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/11/truth-in-the-morning-2kozwe88naogododgt3tat4jdgtltrci</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey continue their discussion about the drug bust and dive deeper into the mindset behind the drug game, talking about the addiction to money, status, and the “love of the hustle.” They explore how the pursuit of wealth – whether in the streets or corporate America – can become consuming and lead to serious consequences.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Later, Community Advocates joins the studio to break down tenant rights, rent withholding, rent abatement, and relocation services available to Milwaukee residents. The team also clarifies details of the Berrada settlement, including income-based housing units, rent forgiveness options, and available funds designed to help struggling tenants.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:25:13 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241233</guid><enclosure length="47175434" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7969398_2026-02-11-150938.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey continue their discussion about the drug bust and dive deeper into the mindset behind the drug game, talking about the addiction to money, status, and the “love of the hustle.” They explore how the pursuit of wealth – whether in the streets or corporate America – can become consuming and lead to serious consequences.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Later, Community Advocates joins the studio to break down tenant rights, rent withholding, rent abatement, and relocation services available to Milwaukee residents. The team also clarifies details of the Berrada settlement, including income-based housing units, rent forgiveness options, and available funds designed to help struggling tenants.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey continue their discussion about the drug bust and dive deeper into the mindset behind the drug game, talking about the addiction to money, status, and the “love of the hustle.” They explore how the pursuit of wealth - whether...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey continue their discussion about the drug bust and dive deeper into the mindset behind the drug game, talking about the addiction to money, status, and the “love of the hustle.” They explore how the pursuit of wealth - whether in the streets or corporate America - can become consuming and lead to serious consequences. Later, Community Advocates joins the studio to break down tenant rights, rent withholding, rent abatement, and relocation services available to Milwaukee residents. The team also clarifies details of the Berrada settlement, including income-based housing units, rent forgiveness options, and available funds designed to help struggling tenants.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>49:07</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey continue their discussion about the drug bust and dive deeper into the mindset behind the drug game, talking about the addiction to money, status, and the “love of the hustle.” They explore how the pursuit of wealth - whether in the streets or corporate America - can become consuming and lead to serious consequences. Later, Community Advocates joins the studio to break down tenant rights, rent withholding, rent abatement, and relocation services available to Milwaukee residents. The team also clarifies details of the Berrada settlement, including income-based housing units, rent forgiveness options, and available funds designed to help struggling tenants.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: They Got You on Candid Camera Now... (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/10/truth-in-the-morning-nkc7j7n7mpss0z5iizbvjpaouvunoeqi</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about Bailey’s thoughts on the 2026 Super Bowl and Bad Bunny Halftime show. They also talk about the bizarre commercials, including Ring security cameras potentially using facial recognition. They discuss how tools like face recognition could be used to solve crime and are DEFINITELY being used within our airports. Later, they discuss several Milwaukee travels being exposed to covid on a flight in from Phoenix and where we stand on vaccinations in 2026. Then the duo talks about mental health regarding two black men; one who tragically shot his wife in a motel and the other who is shockingly still alive after pulling a fake gun on Oak Creek Police, creating a “WILD black history moment.”&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 14:45:29 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241236</guid><enclosure length="33816576" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7966878_2026-02-10-150618.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about Bailey’s thoughts on the 2026 Super Bowl and Bad Bunny Halftime show. They also talk about the bizarre commercials, including Ring security cameras potentially using facial recognition. They discuss how tools like face recognition could be used to solve crime and are DEFINITELY being used within our airports. Later, they discuss several Milwaukee travels being exposed to covid on a flight in from Phoenix and where we stand on vaccinations in 2026. Then the duo talks about mental health regarding two black men; one who tragically shot his wife in a motel and the other who is shockingly still alive after pulling a fake gun on Oak Creek Police, creating a “WILD black history moment.”&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about Bailey's thoughts on the 2026 Super Bowl and Bad Bunny Halftime show. They also talk about the bizarre commercials, including Ring security cameras potentially using facial recogni...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about Bailey's thoughts on the 2026 Super Bowl and Bad Bunny Halftime show. They also talk about the bizarre commercials, including Ring security cameras potentially using facial recognition. They discuss how tools like face recognition could be used to solve crime and are DEFINITELY being used within our airports. Later, they discuss several Milwaukee travels being exposed to covid on a flight in from Phoenix and where we stand on vaccinations in 2026. Then the duo talks about mental health regarding two black men; one who tragically shot his wife in a motel and the other who is shockingly still alive after pulling a fake gun on Oak Creek Police, creating a "WILD black history moment."</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>35:13</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about Bailey's thoughts on the 2026 Super Bowl and Bad Bunny Halftime show. They also talk about the bizarre commercials, including Ring security cameras potentially using facial recognition. They discuss how tools like face recognition could be used to solve crime and are DEFINITELY being used within our airports. Later, they discuss several Milwaukee travels being exposed to covid on a flight in from Phoenix and where we stand on vaccinations in 2026. Then the duo talks about mental health regarding two black men; one who tragically shot his wife in a motel and the other who is shockingly still alive after pulling a fake gun on Oak Creek Police, creating a "WILD black history moment."</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: A WILD Black History Moment (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/10/truth-in-the-morning-l1tgbzffzvezyfxznmysk7qjcizc3urv</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about Bailey’s thoughts on the 2026 Super Bowl and Bad Bunny Halftime show. They also talk about the bizarre commercials, including Ring security cameras potentially using facial recognition. They discuss how tools like face recognition could be used to solve crime and are DEFINITELY being used within our airports. Later, they discuss several Milwaukee travels being exposed to covid on a flight in from Phoenix and where we stand on vaccinations in 2026. Then the duo talks about mental health regarding two black men; one who tragically shot his wife in a motel and the other who is shockingly still alive after pulling a fake gun on Oak Creek Police, creating a “WILD black history moment.”&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 14:35:33 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241239</guid><enclosure length="45550141" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7966872_2026-02-10-151912.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about Bailey’s thoughts on the 2026 Super Bowl and Bad Bunny Halftime show. They also talk about the bizarre commercials, including Ring security cameras potentially using facial recognition. They discuss how tools like face recognition could be used to solve crime and are DEFINITELY being used within our airports. Later, they discuss several Milwaukee travels being exposed to covid on a flight in from Phoenix and where we stand on vaccinations in 2026. Then the duo talks about mental health regarding two black men; one who tragically shot his wife in a motel and the other who is shockingly still alive after pulling a fake gun on Oak Creek Police, creating a “WILD black history moment.”&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about Bailey's thoughts on the 2026 Super Bowl and Bad Bunny Halftime show. They also talk about the bizarre commercials, including Ring security cameras potentially using facial recogni...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about Bailey's thoughts on the 2026 Super Bowl and Bad Bunny Halftime show. They also talk about the bizarre commercials, including Ring security cameras potentially using facial recognition. They discuss how tools like face recognition could be used to solve crime and are DEFINITELY being used within our airports. Later, they discuss several Milwaukee travels being exposed to covid on a flight in from Phoenix and where we stand on vaccinations in 2026. Then the duo talks about mental health regarding two black men; one who tragically shot his wife in a motel and the other who is shockingly still alive after pulling a fake gun on Oak Creek Police, creating a "WILD black history moment."</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:27</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about Bailey's thoughts on the 2026 Super Bowl and Bad Bunny Halftime show. They also talk about the bizarre commercials, including Ring security cameras potentially using facial recognition. They discuss how tools like face recognition could be used to solve crime and are DEFINITELY being used within our airports. Later, they discuss several Milwaukee travels being exposed to covid on a flight in from Phoenix and where we stand on vaccinations in 2026. Then the duo talks about mental health regarding two black men; one who tragically shot his wife in a motel and the other who is shockingly still alive after pulling a fake gun on Oak Creek Police, creating a "WILD black history moment."</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: A Bad Bunny Super Bowl (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/09/truth-in-the-morning-t8gzxbfxbvpm77arefhbtbjrp1kjf353</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss Bad Bunny’s Halftime performance at the Super Bowl. They later talk about the crackdown on reckless driving in Milwaukee and why ALL drivers need to be on their P’s &amp;amp; Q’s and 10 and 2s.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 17:02:49 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241242</guid><enclosure length="40999321" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7964876_2026-02-09-173616.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss Bad Bunny’s Halftime performance at the Super Bowl. They later talk about the crackdown on reckless driving in Milwaukee and why ALL drivers need to be on their P’s &amp;amp; Q’s and 10 and 2s.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss Bad Bunny's Halftime performance at the Super Bowl. They later talk about the crackdown on reckless driving in Milwaukee and why ALL drivers need to be on their P's &amp; Q's and 10 and 2s.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss Bad Bunny's Halftime performance at the Super Bowl. They later talk about the crackdown on reckless driving in Milwaukee and why ALL drivers need to be on their P's &amp; Q's and 10 and 2s.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>42:42</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss Bad Bunny's Halftime performance at the Super Bowl. They later talk about the crackdown on reckless driving in Milwaukee and why ALL drivers need to be on their P's &amp; Q's and 10 and 2s.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: The Crackdown on Reckless Driving (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/09/truth-in-the-morning-1f2b3slxyk6fw5nizkdanhbsor6vqhpw</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss Bad Bunny’s Halftime performance at the Super Bowl. They later talk about the crackdown on reckless driving in Milwaukee and why ALL drivers need to be on their P’s &amp;amp; Q’s and 10 and 2s.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 17:01:46 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241245</guid><enclosure length="45843742" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7964868_2026-02-09-174708.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss Bad Bunny’s Halftime performance at the Super Bowl. They later talk about the crackdown on reckless driving in Milwaukee and why ALL drivers need to be on their P’s &amp;amp; Q’s and 10 and 2s.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss Bad Bunny's Halftime performance at the Super Bowl. They later talk about the crackdown on reckless driving in Milwaukee and why ALL drivers need to be on their P's &amp; Q's and 10 and 2s.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss Bad Bunny's Halftime performance at the Super Bowl. They later talk about the crackdown on reckless driving in Milwaukee and why ALL drivers need to be on their P's &amp; Q's and 10 and 2s.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:45</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss Bad Bunny's Halftime performance at the Super Bowl. They later talk about the crackdown on reckless driving in Milwaukee and why ALL drivers need to be on their P's &amp; Q's and 10 and 2s.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: He's Gone Too Far (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/06/truth-in-the-morning-kbvhs5taibvrffcsqil0dfddja50joep</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the now viral video Trump posted that feature Barrack and Michelle Obama photoshopped to a pair of monkeys. They take calls and share their outrage. Later, the duo discusses the age-old question of nature vs. nurture regarding a case involving a 13-year-old who murdered his mother. They ask Truth Nation if he should be charged as an adult or a juvenile and if he is possible a spawn of the devil.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:05:43 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241248</guid><enclosure length="45246054" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7961090_2026-02-06-155030.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the now viral video Trump posted that feature Barrack and Michelle Obama photoshopped to a pair of monkeys. They take calls and share their outrage. Later, the duo discusses the age-old question of nature vs. nurture regarding a case involving a 13-year-old who murdered his mother. They ask Truth Nation if he should be charged as an adult or a juvenile and if he is possible a spawn of the devil.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the now viral video Trump posted that feature Barrack and Michelle Obama photoshopped to a pair of monkeys. They take calls and share their outrage. Later, the duo discusses the age-o...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the now viral video Trump posted that feature Barrack and Michelle Obama photoshopped to a pair of monkeys. They take calls and share their outrage. Later, the duo discusses the age-old question of nature vs. nurture regarding a case involving a 13-year-old who murdered his mother. They ask Truth Nation if he should be charged as an adult or a juvenile and if he is possible a spawn of the devil.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:07</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the now viral video Trump posted that feature Barrack and Michelle Obama photoshopped to a pair of monkeys. They take calls and share their outrage. Later, the duo discusses the age-old question of nature vs. nurture regarding a case involving a 13-year-old who murdered his mother. They ask Truth Nation if he should be charged as an adult or a juvenile and if he is possible a spawn of the devil.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Nature vs. Nuture (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/06/truth-in-the-morning-yw2rzbwej9bi2zl9nlhoqabmmaszicpz</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the now viral video Trump posted that feature Barrack and Michelle Obama photoshopped to a pair of monkeys. They take calls and share their outrage. Later, the duo discusses the age-old question of nature vs. nurture regarding a case involving a 13-year-old who murdered his mother. They ask Truth Nation if he should be charged as an adult or a juvenile and if he is possible a spawn of the devil.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:05:22 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241251</guid><enclosure length="45896171" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7961087_2026-02-06-154627.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the now viral video Trump posted that feature Barrack and Michelle Obama photoshopped to a pair of monkeys. They take calls and share their outrage. Later, the duo discusses the age-old question of nature vs. nurture regarding a case involving a 13-year-old who murdered his mother. They ask Truth Nation if he should be charged as an adult or a juvenile and if he is possible a spawn of the devil.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the now viral video Trump posted that feature Barrack and Michelle Obama photoshopped to a pair of monkeys. They take calls and share their outrage. Later, the duo discusses the age-o...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the now viral video Trump posted that feature Barrack and Michelle Obama photoshopped to a pair of monkeys. They take calls and share their outrage. Later, the duo discusses the age-old question of nature vs. nurture regarding a case involving a 13-year-old who murdered his mother. They ask Truth Nation if he should be charged as an adult or a juvenile and if he is possible a spawn of the devil.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:48</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the now viral video Trump posted that feature Barrack and Michelle Obama photoshopped to a pair of monkeys. They take calls and share their outrage. Later, the duo discusses the age-old question of nature vs. nurture regarding a case involving a 13-year-old who murdered his mother. They ask Truth Nation if he should be charged as an adult or a juvenile and if he is possible a spawn of the devil.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: No Loud Packs at Dinner (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/05/truth-in-the-morning-nvia64qxwrq6zn15t4zbafdgixvj79hc</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey switch gears to a very local (and very relatable) debate after a neighborhood restaurant puts up a sign banning anyone who smells like weed from coming inside. Homer and Dame agree on one thing pretty quickly: nobody’s trying to enjoy a family meal while getting hit with a cloud of loud. From there, the convo opens up into a bigger discussion about the generation gap and how a lot of younger folks simply don’t care if they smell like weed—or who notices.&lt;br/&gt;
The discussion heats up as Dame goes back and forth with the YouTube chat over what the right policy should be. Is the sign reasonable, or is it doing too much? Callers tap in to share their own experiences and opinions.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:36:20 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241254</guid><enclosure length="44858081" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7958692_2026-02-05-155832.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey switch gears to a very local (and very relatable) debate after a neighborhood restaurant puts up a sign banning anyone who smells like weed from coming inside. Homer and Dame agree on one thing pretty quickly: nobody’s trying to enjoy a family meal while getting hit with a cloud of loud. From there, the convo opens up into a bigger discussion about the generation gap and how a lot of younger folks simply don’t care if they smell like weed—or who notices.&lt;br/&gt;
The discussion heats up as Dame goes back and forth with the YouTube chat over what the right policy should be. Is the sign reasonable, or is it doing too much? Callers tap in to share their own experiences and opinions.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey switch gears to a very local (and very relatable) debate after a neighborhood restaurant puts up a sign banning anyone who smells like weed from coming inside. Homer and Dame agree on one thing pretty quickly: nobody’s trying...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey switch gears to a very local (and very relatable) debate after a neighborhood restaurant puts up a sign banning anyone who smells like weed from coming inside. Homer and Dame agree on one thing pretty quickly: nobody’s trying to enjoy a family meal while getting hit with a cloud of loud. From there, the convo opens up into a bigger discussion about the generation gap and how a lot of younger folks simply don’t care if they smell like weed—or who notices. The discussion heats up as Dame goes back and forth with the YouTube chat over what the right policy should be. Is the sign reasonable, or is it doing too much? Callers tap in to share their own experiences and opinions.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:42</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey switch gears to a very local (and very relatable) debate after a neighborhood restaurant puts up a sign banning anyone who smells like weed from coming inside. Homer and Dame agree on one thing pretty quickly: nobody’s trying to enjoy a family meal while getting hit with a cloud of loud. From there, the convo opens up into a bigger discussion about the generation gap and how a lot of younger folks simply don’t care if they smell like weed—or who notices. The discussion heats up as Dame goes back and forth with the YouTube chat over what the right policy should be. Is the sign reasonable, or is it doing too much? Callers tap in to share their own experiences and opinions.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Key Fobs, Closures &amp; Cold Truths (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/05/truth-in-the-morning-ysqlpb586fnplrz2usbdriqlmehyc6dg</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick off the hour on a high note, celebrating Dame’s daughter as she heads into the weekend poised to win a major award. From there, the vibe turns serious—and a little wild—when Homer brings up a key fob he spotted at Walmart that could make car theft way too easy. The conversation sharpens around ICE and the dangers surrounding its operations, including a chilling moment from a House committee hearing where text messages from an agent are read aloud. Dame adds crucial context, arguing that these kinds of abuses have long impacted the Black community—only now, more people are finally paying attention.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Segment 3 opens the phones as callers weigh in with their takes on ICE, while Homer and Dame zoom out to compare what’s happening here with similar tactics used by governments around the world.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;To close the hour, the duo brings it home to Milwaukee, breaking down the maze of road closures across the city and how they could impact ICE coming to town. Dame makes a bold case that local police should have more authority when it comes to standing up to ICE—sparking a conversation that’s sure to keep people talking.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:06:24 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241257</guid><enclosure length="45193625" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7958535_2026-02-05-140535.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick off the hour on a high note, celebrating Dame’s daughter as she heads into the weekend poised to win a major award. From there, the vibe turns serious—and a little wild—when Homer brings up a key fob he spotted at Walmart that could make car theft way too easy. The conversation sharpens around ICE and the dangers surrounding its operations, including a chilling moment from a House committee hearing where text messages from an agent are read aloud. Dame adds crucial context, arguing that these kinds of abuses have long impacted the Black community—only now, more people are finally paying attention.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Segment 3 opens the phones as callers weigh in with their takes on ICE, while Homer and Dame zoom out to compare what’s happening here with similar tactics used by governments around the world.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;To close the hour, the duo brings it home to Milwaukee, breaking down the maze of road closures across the city and how they could impact ICE coming to town. Dame makes a bold case that local police should have more authority when it comes to standing up to ICE—sparking a conversation that’s sure to keep people talking.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick off the hour on a high note, celebrating Dame’s daughter as she heads into the weekend poised to win a major award. From there, the vibe turns serious—and a little wild—when Homer brings up a key fob he spotted at Walmar...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick off the hour on a high note, celebrating Dame’s daughter as she heads into the weekend poised to win a major award. From there, the vibe turns serious—and a little wild—when Homer brings up a key fob he spotted at Walmart that could make car theft way too easy. The conversation sharpens around ICE and the dangers surrounding its operations, including a chilling moment from a House committee hearing where text messages from an agent are read aloud. Dame adds crucial context, arguing that these kinds of abuses have long impacted the Black community—only now, more people are finally paying attention. Segment 3 opens the phones as callers weigh in with their takes on ICE, while Homer and Dame zoom out to compare what’s happening here with similar tactics used by governments around the world. To close the hour, the duo brings it home to Milwaukee, breaking down the maze of road closures across the city and how they could impact ICE coming to town. Dame makes a bold case that local police should have more authority when it comes to standing up to ICE—sparking a conversation that’s sure to keep people talking.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:04</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick off the hour on a high note, celebrating Dame’s daughter as she heads into the weekend poised to win a major award. From there, the vibe turns serious—and a little wild—when Homer brings up a key fob he spotted at Walmart that could make car theft way too easy. The conversation sharpens around ICE and the dangers surrounding its operations, including a chilling moment from a House committee hearing where text messages from an agent are read aloud. Dame adds crucial context, arguing that these kinds of abuses have long impacted the Black community—only now, more people are finally paying attention. Segment 3 opens the phones as callers weigh in with their takes on ICE, while Homer and Dame zoom out to compare what’s happening here with similar tactics used by governments around the world. To close the hour, the duo brings it home to Milwaukee, breaking down the maze of road closures across the city and how they could impact ICE coming to town. Dame makes a bold case that local police should have more authority when it comes to standing up to ICE—sparking a conversation that’s sure to keep people talking.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: It Rough Looks, Real Issues (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/04/truth-in-the-morning-nsdhm8ohzlyxkqep6ctkhwct1p7olval</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show reflecting on the tragic death of Angelo Nelson, a close friend of Homer’s. They speak candidly about the pain his loss has caused, how deeply it’s impacted the community, and the senseless nature of the violence that took his life.&lt;br/&gt;
The conversation then shifts to the ongoing issue of reckless driving in Milwaukee, setting the stage for an important discussion with Police Chief Jeffery Norman. Chief Norman joins the show to break down the new reckless driving laws going into effect, what they mean for residents, and how enforcement will change moving forward.&lt;br/&gt;
The hour wraps with a broader conversation about public safety, including concerns around suburban police departments bringing high-speed chases into the city and the risks that come with it. A heavy but necessary conversation focused on accountability, safety, and community healing.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:34:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241260</guid><enclosure length="42635100" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7955825_2026-02-04-154325.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey open the show reflecting on the tragic death of Angelo Nelson, a close friend of Homer’s. They speak candidly about the pain his loss has caused, how deeply it’s impacted the community, and the senseless nature of the violence that took his life.&lt;br/&gt;
The conversation then shifts to the ongoing issue of reckless driving in Milwaukee, setting the stage for an important discussion with Police Chief Jeffery Norman. Chief Norman joins the show to break down the new reckless driving laws going into effect, what they mean for residents, and how enforcement will change moving forward.&lt;br/&gt;
The hour wraps with a broader conversation about public safety, including concerns around suburban police departments bringing high-speed chases into the city and the risks that come with it. A heavy but necessary conversation focused on accountability, safety, and community healing.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey open the show reflecting on the tragic death of Angelo Nelson, a close friend of Homer’s. They speak candidly about the pain his loss has caused, how deeply it’s impacted the community, and the senseless nature of the violence that too...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey open the show reflecting on the tragic death of Angelo Nelson, a close friend of Homer’s. They speak candidly about the pain his loss has caused, how deeply it’s impacted the community, and the senseless nature of the violence that took his life. The conversation then shifts to the ongoing issue of reckless driving in Milwaukee, setting the stage for an important discussion with Police Chief Jeffery Norman. Chief Norman joins the show to break down the new reckless driving laws going into effect, what they mean for residents, and how enforcement will change moving forward. The hour wraps with a broader conversation about public safety, including concerns around suburban police departments bringing high-speed chases into the city and the risks that come with it. A heavy but necessary conversation focused on accountability, safety, and community healing.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>44:24</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey open the show reflecting on the tragic death of Angelo Nelson, a close friend of Homer’s. They speak candidly about the pain his loss has caused, how deeply it’s impacted the community, and the senseless nature of the violence that took his life. The conversation then shifts to the ongoing issue of reckless driving in Milwaukee, setting the stage for an important discussion with Police Chief Jeffery Norman. Chief Norman joins the show to break down the new reckless driving laws going into effect, what they mean for residents, and how enforcement will change moving forward. The hour wraps with a broader conversation about public safety, including concerns around suburban police departments bringing high-speed chases into the city and the risks that come with it. A heavy but necessary conversation focused on accountability, safety, and community healing.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: It Rough Looks, Real Issues (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/04/truth-in-the-morning-c6rtcaj7guhft5tlsutyswc21qlg9eas</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick off the show with some personal wins, talking weight loss journeys and reacting to Lauryn Hill’s rough Grammys appearance that had folks making wild comparisons to a character from The Wiz. From there, the conversation turns serious as the crew tees up a deep dive into Milwaukee’s growing food desert problem.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The show highlights a CBS58 clip breaking down Alderwoman Coggs’ plan to save neighborhood grocery stores, with Homer and Bailey stressing that community buy-in is key if any solution is going to work. The discussion wraps with real talk about skyrocketing grocery prices, low wages, and why so many people are struggling just to afford basic necessities.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Pop culture, local politics, and everyday economics collide in this can’t-miss episode. 🎙️&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:12:13 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241263</guid><enclosure length="47269806" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7955827_2026-02-04-155427.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick off the show with some personal wins, talking weight loss journeys and reacting to Lauryn Hill’s rough Grammys appearance that had folks making wild comparisons to a character from The Wiz. From there, the conversation turns serious as the crew tees up a deep dive into Milwaukee’s growing food desert problem.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The show highlights a CBS58 clip breaking down Alderwoman Coggs’ plan to save neighborhood grocery stores, with Homer and Bailey stressing that community buy-in is key if any solution is going to work. The discussion wraps with real talk about skyrocketing grocery prices, low wages, and why so many people are struggling just to afford basic necessities.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Pop culture, local politics, and everyday economics collide in this can’t-miss episode. 🎙️&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick off the show with some personal wins, talking weight loss journeys and reacting to Lauryn Hill’s rough Grammys appearance that had folks making wild comparisons to a character from The Wiz. From there, the conversatio...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick off the show with some personal wins, talking weight loss journeys and reacting to Lauryn Hill’s rough Grammys appearance that had folks making wild comparisons to a character from The Wiz. From there, the conversation turns serious as the crew tees up a deep dive into Milwaukee’s growing food desert problem. The show highlights a CBS58 clip breaking down Alderwoman Coggs’ plan to save neighborhood grocery stores, with Homer and Bailey stressing that community buy-in is key if any solution is going to work. The discussion wraps with real talk about skyrocketing grocery prices, low wages, and why so many people are struggling just to afford basic necessities. Pop culture, local politics, and everyday economics collide in this can’t-miss episode. 🎙️</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>49:14</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick off the show with some personal wins, talking weight loss journeys and reacting to Lauryn Hill’s rough Grammys appearance that had folks making wild comparisons to a character from The Wiz. From there, the conversation turns serious as the crew tees up a deep dive into Milwaukee’s growing food desert problem. The show highlights a CBS58 clip breaking down Alderwoman Coggs’ plan to save neighborhood grocery stores, with Homer and Bailey stressing that community buy-in is key if any solution is going to work. The discussion wraps with real talk about skyrocketing grocery prices, low wages, and why so many people are struggling just to afford basic necessities. Pop culture, local politics, and everyday economics collide in this can’t-miss episode. 🎙️</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: It Be Your Own People (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/03/truth-in-the-morning-alydccmcydabovvvkxqj0a9z1duik07p</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the ins and outs of the mayor’s office and the resignation of Adam Procell, the former Director of Milwaukee’s Office of Community Wellness and Safety. Then later they share their thoughts on the reveal of the ICE Agents who shot and killed Alex Pretti last month.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 15:11:34 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241265</guid><enclosure length="44700794" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7953381_2026-02-03-151521.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the ins and outs of the mayor’s office and the resignation of Adam Procell, the former Director of Milwaukee’s Office of Community Wellness and Safety. Then later they share their thoughts on the reveal of the ICE Agents who shot and killed Alex Pretti last month.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the ins and outs of the mayor's office and the resignation of Adam Procell, the former Director of Milwaukee’s Office of Community Wellness and Safety. Then later they share their tho...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the ins and outs of the mayor's office and the resignation of Adam Procell, the former Director of Milwaukee’s Office of Community Wellness and Safety. Then later they share their thoughts on the reveal of the ICE Agents who shot and killed Alex Pretti last month.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:33</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the ins and outs of the mayor's office and the resignation of Adam Procell, the former Director of Milwaukee’s Office of Community Wellness and Safety. Then later they share their thoughts on the reveal of the ICE Agents who shot and killed Alex Pretti last month.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: It Be Your Own People (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/03/truth-in-the-morning-j63nukwxrlisbxjootxrh5wfv2fnwjv3</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the ins and outs of the mayor’s office and the resignation of Adam Procell, the former Director of Milwaukee’s Office of Community Wellness and Safety. Then later they share their thoughts on the reveal of the ICE Agents who shot and killed Alex Pretti last month.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:47:23 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241268</guid><enclosure length="46137344" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7953379_2026-02-03-155419.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the ins and outs of the mayor’s office and the resignation of Adam Procell, the former Director of Milwaukee’s Office of Community Wellness and Safety. Then later they share their thoughts on the reveal of the ICE Agents who shot and killed Alex Pretti last month.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the ins and outs of the mayor's office and the resignation of Adam Procell, the former Director of Milwaukee’s Office of Community Wellness and Safety. Then later they share their tho...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the ins and outs of the mayor's office and the resignation of Adam Procell, the former Director of Milwaukee’s Office of Community Wellness and Safety. Then later they share their thoughts on the reveal of the ICE Agents who shot and killed Alex Pretti last month.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:03</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the ins and outs of the mayor's office and the resignation of Adam Procell, the former Director of Milwaukee’s Office of Community Wellness and Safety. Then later they share their thoughts on the reveal of the ICE Agents who shot and killed Alex Pretti last month.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Another Berrada Property Bites the Dust (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/02/truth-in-the-morning-dptyymhu672tpqblspacltnorwzdbvxn</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman celebrate Black History Month and share what events our community should look forward to this year. Then later, Homer and Bailey talk about another Berrada Property that has been shut down. This time it’s due to a fire. They hear horror stories from Truth Nation on what it’s like to live in a Berrada Apartment.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 14:19:25 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241271</guid><enclosure length="43505418" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7948849_2026-02-02-150849.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman celebrate Black History Month and share what events our community should look forward to this year. Then later, Homer and Bailey talk about another Berrada Property that has been shut down. This time it’s due to a fire. They hear horror stories from Truth Nation on what it’s like to live in a Berrada Apartment.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman celebrate Black History Month and share what events our community should look forward to this year. Then later, Homer and Bailey talk about another Berrada Property that has been shut down. T...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman celebrate Black History Month and share what events our community should look forward to this year. Then later, Homer and Bailey talk about another Berrada Property that has been shut down. This time it's due to a fire. They hear horror stories from Truth Nation on what it's like to live in a Berrada Apartment.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:19</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman celebrate Black History Month and share what events our community should look forward to this year. Then later, Homer and Bailey talk about another Berrada Property that has been shut down. This time it's due to a fire. They hear horror stories from Truth Nation on what it's like to live in a Berrada Apartment.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Another Berrada Property Bites the Dust (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/02/02/truth-in-the-morning-moek3wxcchx9sl035pu9cghre0hpptgj</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman celebrate Black History Month and share what events our community should look forward to this year. Then later, Homer and Bailey talk about another Berrada Property that has been shut down. This time it’s due to a fire. They hear horror stories from Truth Nation on what it’s like to live in a Berrada Apartment.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 14:19:06 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241274</guid><enclosure length="45875200" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7948848_2026-02-02-152648.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman celebrate Black History Month and share what events our community should look forward to this year. Then later, Homer and Bailey talk about another Berrada Property that has been shut down. This time it’s due to a fire. They hear horror stories from Truth Nation on what it’s like to live in a Berrada Apartment.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman celebrate Black History Month and share what events our community should look forward to this year. Then later, Homer and Bailey talk about another Berrada Property that has been shut down. T...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman celebrate Black History Month and share what events our community should look forward to this year. Then later, Homer and Bailey talk about another Berrada Property that has been shut down. This time it's due to a fire. They hear horror stories from Truth Nation on what it's like to live in a Berrada Apartment.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:47</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman celebrate Black History Month and share what events our community should look forward to this year. Then later, Homer and Bailey talk about another Berrada Property that has been shut down. This time it's due to a fire. They hear horror stories from Truth Nation on what it's like to live in a Berrada Apartment.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Milwaukee Needs More Black Male Mentors (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/30/truth-in-the-morning-fvq9xvtidajm0wgllzhlxmclzuuo0ts3</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the need for black male mentors throughout our city. They also talk about the city earning millions of dollars from their new towing initiative. They also poke fun and get Truth Nation excited for the Gruber 5k giveaway happening this evening on Truth in the Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:50:01 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241277</guid><enclosure length="42886758" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7945256_2026-01-30-152656.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the need for black male mentors throughout our city. They also talk about the city earning millions of dollars from their new towing initiative. They also poke fun and get Truth Nation excited for the Gruber 5k giveaway happening this evening on Truth in the Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the need for black male mentors throughout our city. They also talk about the city earning millions of dollars from their new towing initiative. They also poke fun and get Truth Natio...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the need for black male mentors throughout our city. They also talk about the city earning millions of dollars from their new towing initiative. They also poke fun and get Truth Nation excited for the Gruber 5k giveaway happening this evening on Truth in the Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>44:40</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the need for black male mentors throughout our city. They also talk about the city earning millions of dollars from their new towing initiative. They also poke fun and get Truth Nation excited for the Gruber 5k giveaway happening this evening on Truth in the Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Milwaukee Needs More Black Male Mentors (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/30/truth-in-the-morning-49r68c92hogbmbunw72xivjksdma7a5p</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the need for black male mentors throughout our city. They also talk about the city earning millions of dollars from their new towing initiative. They also poke fun and get Truth Nation excited for the Gruber 5k giveaway happening this evening on Truth in the Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:37:40 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241280</guid><enclosure length="45780828" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7945258_2026-01-30-154558.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the need for black male mentors throughout our city. They also talk about the city earning millions of dollars from their new towing initiative. They also poke fun and get Truth Nation excited for the Gruber 5k giveaway happening this evening on Truth in the Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the need for black male mentors throughout our city. They also talk about the city earning millions of dollars from their new towing initiative. They also poke fun and get Truth Natio...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the need for black male mentors throughout our city. They also talk about the city earning millions of dollars from their new towing initiative. They also poke fun and get Truth Nation excited for the Gruber 5k giveaway happening this evening on Truth in the Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:41</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the need for black male mentors throughout our city. They also talk about the city earning millions of dollars from their new towing initiative. They also poke fun and get Truth Nation excited for the Gruber 5k giveaway happening this evening on Truth in the Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Hood with a Hard "H"</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/29/truth-in-the-morning-zcmsqxgtmfhjumvnxnvvfpgxxqvjknt7</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the potential departure of Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks. Then they talk about MPD’s changes to their chase policy and if the announcement of these changes will have negative outcomes. They also get a laugh out of Bailey for sharing where she will and WON’T drive in Milwaukee. Later they address MPS’s new “Action Plan” on how they will handle ICE Agents if or when they come to our schools.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:35:35 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241282</guid><enclosure length="42320527" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7942963_2026-01-29-152103.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the potential departure of Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks. Then they talk about MPD’s changes to their chase policy and if the announcement of these changes will have negative outcomes. They also get a laugh out of Bailey for sharing where she will and WON’T drive in Milwaukee. Later they address MPS’s new “Action Plan” on how they will handle ICE Agents if or when they come to our schools.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the potential departure of Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks. Then they talk about MPD's changes to their chase policy and if the announcement of these changes will have ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the potential departure of Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks. Then they talk about MPD's changes to their chase policy and if the announcement of these changes will have negative outcomes. They also get a laugh out of Bailey for sharing where she will and WON'T drive in Milwaukee. Later they address MPS's new "Action Plan" on how they will handle ICE Agents if or when they come to our schools.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>44:05</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the potential departure of Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks. Then they talk about MPD's changes to their chase policy and if the announcement of these changes will have negative outcomes. They also get a laugh out of Bailey for sharing where she will and WON'T drive in Milwaukee. Later they address MPS's new "Action Plan" on how they will handle ICE Agents if or when they come to our schools.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: MPS Creates "Action Plan" for ICE Visits</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/29/truth-in-the-morning-7k0idn0dc85uce74andf0lxzivkykjpr</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the potential departure of Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks. Then they talk about MPD’s changes to their chase policy and if the announcement of these changes will have negative outcomes. They also get a laugh out of Bailey for sharing where she will and WON’T drive in Milwaukee. Later they address MPS’s new “Action Plan” on how they will handle ICE Agents if or when they come to our schools.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:34:10 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241285</guid><enclosure length="45487226" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7942959_2026-01-29-152659.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the potential departure of Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks. Then they talk about MPD’s changes to their chase policy and if the announcement of these changes will have negative outcomes. They also get a laugh out of Bailey for sharing where she will and WON’T drive in Milwaukee. Later they address MPS’s new “Action Plan” on how they will handle ICE Agents if or when they come to our schools.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the potential departure of Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks. Then they talk about MPD's changes to their chase policy and if the announcement of these changes will have ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the potential departure of Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks. Then they talk about MPD's changes to their chase policy and if the announcement of these changes will have negative outcomes. They also get a laugh out of Bailey for sharing where she will and WON'T drive in Milwaukee. Later they address MPS's new "Action Plan" on how they will handle ICE Agents if or when they come to our schools.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:22</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the potential departure of Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks. Then they talk about MPD's changes to their chase policy and if the announcement of these changes will have negative outcomes. They also get a laugh out of Bailey for sharing where she will and WON'T drive in Milwaukee. Later they address MPS's new "Action Plan" on how they will handle ICE Agents if or when they come to our schools.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Dumb Criminals, White Thugs and Rich Slumlords (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/28/truth-in-the-morning-blitzt125u7u3axju1p9a9mggysx7wsc</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey address the sad burglaries that have been targeted towards a local black owned coffee shop “Fruition MKE”. Later, they tackle Trump’s latest antics, including the reassignment of Kristi Noem and Greg Bovino, as well as hid endorsement of Tom Tiffany. Then they take a deep dive into the silence from Berrada after one of their properties has been shut down for weeks. They call out the “Slumlord” and take calls from Truth Nation on whether Berrada should be forced to give the public updates.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 15:08:44 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241288</guid><enclosure length="44365250" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7940554_2026-01-28-151354.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey address the sad burglaries that have been targeted towards a local black owned coffee shop “Fruition MKE”. Later, they tackle Trump’s latest antics, including the reassignment of Kristi Noem and Greg Bovino, as well as hid endorsement of Tom Tiffany. Then they take a deep dive into the silence from Berrada after one of their properties has been shut down for weeks. 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They call out the "Slumlord" and take calls from Truth Nation on whether Berrada should be forced to give the public updates.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:12</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey address the sad burglaries that have been targeted towards a local black owned coffee shop "Fruition MKE". Later, they tackle Trump's latest antics, including the reassignment of Kristi Noem and Greg Bovino, as well as hid endorsement of Tom Tiffany. Then they take a deep dive into the silence from Berrada after one of their properties has been shut down for weeks. They call out the "Slumlord" and take calls from Truth Nation on whether Berrada should be forced to give the public updates.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Dumb Criminals, White Thugs and Rich Slumlords (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/28/truth-in-the-morning-5enuoc8uq1i8llidgqhe5pdk4jsgk3ro</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey address the sad burglaries that have been targeted towards a local black owned coffee shop “Fruition MKE”. Later, they tackle Trump’s latest antics, including the reassignment of Kristi Noem and Greg Bovino, as well as hid endorsement of Tom Tiffany. Then they take a deep dive into the silence from Berrada after one of their properties has been shut down for weeks. They call out the “Slumlord” and take calls from Truth Nation on whether Berrada should be forced to give the public updates.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 14:51:05 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241293</guid><enclosure length="45896171" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7940552_2026-01-28-154152.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey address the sad burglaries that have been targeted towards a local black owned coffee shop “Fruition MKE”. Later, they tackle Trump’s latest antics, including the reassignment of Kristi Noem and Greg Bovino, as well as hid endorsement of Tom Tiffany. Then they take a deep dive into the silence from Berrada after one of their properties has been shut down for weeks. They call out the “Slumlord” and take calls from Truth Nation on whether Berrada should be forced to give the public updates.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey address the sad burglaries that have been targeted towards a local black owned coffee shop "Fruition MKE". Later, they tackle Trump's latest antics, including the reassignment of Kristi Noem and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey address the sad burglaries that have been targeted towards a local black owned coffee shop "Fruition MKE". Later, they tackle Trump's latest antics, including the reassignment of Kristi Noem and Greg Bovino, as well as hid endorsement of Tom Tiffany. Then they take a deep dive into the silence from Berrada after one of their properties has been shut down for weeks. They call out the "Slumlord" and take calls from Truth Nation on whether Berrada should be forced to give the public updates.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:48</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey address the sad burglaries that have been targeted towards a local black owned coffee shop "Fruition MKE". Later, they tackle Trump's latest antics, including the reassignment of Kristi Noem and Greg Bovino, as well as hid endorsement of Tom Tiffany. Then they take a deep dive into the silence from Berrada after one of their properties has been shut down for weeks. They call out the "Slumlord" and take calls from Truth Nation on whether Berrada should be forced to give the public updates.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Three More Years... (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/27/truth-in-the-morning-oqio3dqvnvabgwin0cwakvznwruftvhb</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer and Bailey talked the shooting of Alex Pretti by an ICE agent over the weekend. They get Bailey’s thoughts and discuss Donald Trump’s destruction of our government figuratively and literally. They take calls and hear Truth Nation’s opinion on the shooting and Trump’s administration. They later address MPS’ salary freezes and how it will affect our public school students.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:05:33 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241295</guid><enclosure length="44795166" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7937975_2026-01-27-152315.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer and Bailey talked the shooting of Alex Pretti by an ICE agent over the weekend. They get Bailey’s thoughts and discuss Donald Trump’s destruction of our government figuratively and literally. They take calls and hear Truth Nation’s opinion on the shooting and Trump’s administration. They later address MPS’ salary freezes and how it will affect our public school students.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer and Bailey talked the shooting of Alex Pretti by an ICE agent over the weekend. They get Bailey's thoughts and discuss Donald Trump's destruction of our government figuratively and literally. They take calls and hea...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer and Bailey talked the shooting of Alex Pretti by an ICE agent over the weekend. They get Bailey's thoughts and discuss Donald Trump's destruction of our government figuratively and literally. They take calls and hear Truth Nation's opinion on the shooting and Trump's administration. They later address MPS' salary freezes and how it will affect our public school students.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:39</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer and Bailey talked the shooting of Alex Pretti by an ICE agent over the weekend. They get Bailey's thoughts and discuss Donald Trump's destruction of our government figuratively and literally. They take calls and hear Truth Nation's opinion on the shooting and Trump's administration. They later address MPS' salary freezes and how it will affect our public school students.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Three More Years... (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/27/truth-in-the-morning-i0rjtsgfhbtpeefwxse0tmpjwgzdwiyo</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer and Bailey talked the shooting of Alex Pretti by an ICE agent over the weekend. They get Bailey’s thoughts and discuss Donald Trump’s destruction of our government figuratively and literally. They take calls and hear Truth Nation’s opinion on the shooting and Trump’s administration. They later address MPS’ salary freezes and how it will affect our public school students.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:05:12 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241298</guid><enclosure length="45487226" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7937965_2026-01-27-154705.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer and Bailey talked the shooting of Alex Pretti by an ICE agent over the weekend. They get Bailey’s thoughts and discuss Donald Trump’s destruction of our government figuratively and literally. They take calls and hear Truth Nation’s opinion on the shooting and Trump’s administration. 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They later address MPS' salary freezes and how it will affect our public school students.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:23</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer and Bailey talked the shooting of Alex Pretti by an ICE agent over the weekend. They get Bailey's thoughts and discuss Donald Trump's destruction of our government figuratively and literally. They take calls and hear Truth Nation's opinion on the shooting and Trump's administration. They later address MPS' salary freezes and how it will affect our public school students.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: What Will You Do WHEN ICE Comes to Milwaukee? (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/26/truth-in-the-morning-xjd39hnudduw87peownz64ojjzbq8gw7</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow Dame Ellzey talk about the second fatal shooting of an Anti ICE protestor Alex Pretti by ICE Agents. They break down the details of the shooting, the contradictory responses from both DHS and Minnesota Officials, and the “playbook” the administration is using that Black and Brown Americans are too familiar with. The duo questions Truth Nation, what we will do in Milwaukee when ICE comes to town?&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:24:19 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241301</guid><enclosure length="47049605" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7934458_2026-01-26-154958.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow Dame Ellzey talk about the second fatal shooting of an Anti ICE protestor Alex Pretti by ICE Agents. They break down the details of the shooting, the contradictory responses from both DHS and Minnesota Officials, and the “playbook” the administration is using that Black and Brown Americans are too familiar with. 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The duo questions Truth Nation, what we will do in Milwaukee when ICE comes to town?&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:20:40 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241304</guid><enclosure length="45906657" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7934451_2026-01-26-151851.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow Dame Ellzey talk about the second fatal shooting of an Anti ICE protestor Alex Pretti by ICE Agents. They break down the details of the shooting, the contradictory responses from both DHS and Minnesota Officials, and the “playbook” the administration is using that Black and Brown Americans are too familiar with. The duo questions Truth Nation, what we will do in Milwaukee when ICE comes to town?&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow Dame Ellzey talk about the second fatal shooting of an Anti ICE protestor Alex Pretti by ICE Agents. They break down the details of the shooting, the contradictory responses from both DHS and Minnesota Official...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow Dame Ellzey talk about the second fatal shooting of an Anti ICE protestor Alex Pretti by ICE Agents. They break down the details of the shooting, the contradictory responses from both DHS and Minnesota Officials, and the "playbook" the administration is using that Black and Brown Americans are too familiar with. The duo questions Truth Nation, what we will do in Milwaukee when ICE comes to town?</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:49</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow Dame Ellzey talk about the second fatal shooting of an Anti ICE protestor Alex Pretti by ICE Agents. They break down the details of the shooting, the contradictory responses from both DHS and Minnesota Officials, and the "playbook" the administration is using that Black and Brown Americans are too familiar with. The duo questions Truth Nation, what we will do in Milwaukee when ICE comes to town?</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Surviving The Cold Safely with Dr. Christopher J. Ford</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/23/truth-in-the-morning-qyvaypdwb5ocbuwa2zeb8lvvcqaoentd</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey braved the cold and are joined by Milwaukee based Emergency Medicine Physician, Dr. Christopher Ford. Dr. Ford shares tips and information on how to stay safe in this extreme cold weather. Then they talk about dozens of tenants being evacuated from their Berrada Property after days of no heat and water and freezing conditions. The duo talks about the owner’s resources to fix, the displaced tenants, and the importance of reporting these issues to Department of Neighborhood Services.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 15:20:19 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241307</guid><enclosure length="42718986" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7931364_2026-01-23-153304.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey braved the cold and are joined by Milwaukee based Emergency Medicine Physician, Dr. Christopher Ford. Dr. Ford shares tips and information on how to stay safe in this extreme cold weather. Then they talk about dozens of tenants being evacuated from their Berrada Property after days of no heat and water and freezing conditions. The duo talks about the owner’s resources to fix, the displaced tenants, and the importance of reporting these issues to Department of Neighborhood Services.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey braved the cold and are joined by Milwaukee based Emergency Medicine Physician, Dr. Christopher Ford. Dr. Ford shares tips and information on how to stay safe in this extreme cold weather. Then ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey braved the cold and are joined by Milwaukee based Emergency Medicine Physician, Dr. Christopher Ford. Dr. Ford shares tips and information on how to stay safe in this extreme cold weather. Then they talk about dozens of tenants being evacuated from their Berrada Property after days of no heat and water and freezing conditions. The duo talks about the owner's resources to fix, the displaced tenants, and the importance of reporting these issues to Department of Neighborhood Services.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>44:30</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey braved the cold and are joined by Milwaukee based Emergency Medicine Physician, Dr. Christopher Ford. Dr. Ford shares tips and information on how to stay safe in this extreme cold weather. Then they talk about dozens of tenants being evacuated from their Berrada Property after days of no heat and water and freezing conditions. The duo talks about the owner's resources to fix, the displaced tenants, and the importance of reporting these issues to Department of Neighborhood Services.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Berrada, You HAVE The Resources You Just Don't Care</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/23/truth-in-the-morning-qxvvx1ongdykity4aesadh6gt7quae68</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey braved the cold and are joined by Milwaukee based Emergency Medicine Physician, Dr. Christopher Ford. Dr. Ford shares tips and information on how to stay safe in this extreme cold weather. Then they talk about dozens of tenants being evacuated from their Berrada Property after days of no heat and water and freezing conditions. The duo talks about the owner’s resources to fix, the displaced tenants, and the importance of reporting these issues to Department of Neighborhood Services.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 15:20:18 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241310</guid><enclosure length="45613056" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7931362_2026-01-23-151302.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey braved the cold and are joined by Milwaukee based Emergency Medicine Physician, Dr. Christopher Ford. Dr. Ford shares tips and information on how to stay safe in this extreme cold weather. Then they talk about dozens of tenants being evacuated from their Berrada Property after days of no heat and water and freezing conditions. The duo talks about the owner’s resources to fix, the displaced tenants, and the importance of reporting these issues to Department of Neighborhood Services.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey braved the cold and are joined by Milwaukee based Emergency Medicine Physician, Dr. Christopher Ford. Dr. Ford shares tips and information on how to stay safe in this extreme cold weather. Then ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey braved the cold and are joined by Milwaukee based Emergency Medicine Physician, Dr. Christopher Ford. Dr. Ford shares tips and information on how to stay safe in this extreme cold weather. Then they talk about dozens of tenants being evacuated from their Berrada Property after days of no heat and water and freezing conditions. The duo talks about the owner's resources to fix, the displaced tenants, and the importance of reporting these issues to Department of Neighborhood Services.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:31</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey braved the cold and are joined by Milwaukee based Emergency Medicine Physician, Dr. Christopher Ford. Dr. Ford shares tips and information on how to stay safe in this extreme cold weather. Then they talk about dozens of tenants being evacuated from their Berrada Property after days of no heat and water and freezing conditions. The duo talks about the owner's resources to fix, the displaced tenants, and the importance of reporting these issues to Department of Neighborhood Services.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Fire &amp; Ice</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/22/truth-in-the-morning-2we8bvxkri2y0q3tf8uibsmhffrxkpxn</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the frigid cold that has shut down schools and businesses over the next two days. They talk about the tragic fire that destroyed a U-Haul storage facility on the south side of Milwaukee last night. Then, later, they talk about MPS schools approving new guidelines for School Resource Officers. Also, they discuss what issues the black community should focus on, whether it is ICE or our own community violence and crime.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:51:50 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241314</guid><enclosure length="42970644" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7928981_2026-01-22-152921.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the frigid cold that has shut down schools and businesses over the next two days. They talk about the tragic fire that destroyed a U-Haul storage facility on the south side of Milwaukee last night. Then, later, they talk about MPS schools approving new guidelines for School Resource Officers. Also, they discuss what issues the black community should focus on, whether it is ICE or our own community violence and crime.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the frigid cold that has shut down schools and businesses over the next two days. They talk about the tragic fire that destroyed a U-Haul storage facility on the south side of Milwauk...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the frigid cold that has shut down schools and businesses over the next two days. They talk about the tragic fire that destroyed a U-Haul storage facility on the south side of Milwaukee last night. Then, later, they talk about MPS schools approving new guidelines for School Resource Officers. Also, they discuss what issues the black community should focus on, whether it is ICE or our own community violence and crime.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>44:45</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the frigid cold that has shut down schools and businesses over the next two days. They talk about the tragic fire that destroyed a U-Haul storage facility on the south side of Milwaukee last night. Then, later, they talk about MPS schools approving new guidelines for School Resource Officers. Also, they discuss what issues the black community should focus on, whether it is ICE or our own community violence and crime.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: That's Not Our Fight</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/22/truth-in-the-morning-d1cslsaqc7k34as3relsistremruo6ys</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the frigid cold that has shut down schools and businesses over the next two days. They talk about the tragic fire that destroyed a U-Haul storage facility on the south side of Milwaukee last night. Then, later, they talk about MPS schools approving new guidelines for School Resource Officers. Also, they discuss what issues the black community should focus on, whether it is ICE or our own community violence and crime.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:40:11 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241318</guid><enclosure length="44826624" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7928971_2026-01-22-153711.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the frigid cold that has shut down schools and businesses over the next two days. They talk about the tragic fire that destroyed a U-Haul storage facility on the south side of Milwaukee last night. Then, later, they talk about MPS schools approving new guidelines for School Resource Officers. Also, they discuss what issues the black community should focus on, whether it is ICE or our own community violence and crime.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the frigid cold that has shut down schools and businesses over the next two days. They talk about the tragic fire that destroyed a U-Haul storage facility on the south side of Milwauk...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the frigid cold that has shut down schools and businesses over the next two days. They talk about the tragic fire that destroyed a U-Haul storage facility on the south side of Milwaukee last night. Then, later, they talk about MPS schools approving new guidelines for School Resource Officers. Also, they discuss what issues the black community should focus on, whether it is ICE or our own community violence and crime.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:41</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the frigid cold that has shut down schools and businesses over the next two days. They talk about the tragic fire that destroyed a U-Haul storage facility on the south side of Milwaukee last night. Then, later, they talk about MPS schools approving new guidelines for School Resource Officers. Also, they discuss what issues the black community should focus on, whether it is ICE or our own community violence and crime.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: This Is a True Villain</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/21/truth-in-the-morning-ynr9qyntk62d1ofwxnn5gybgy8dx7jyw</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the last year of Donald Trump in office. They talk about he and his family generating 1.5 billion dollars under his presidency when the office only provides a $400,00 salary and $50,000 for spending. They discuss his cult like following and how celebrities, like Minaj are falling for his rouse. They also discuss the upcoming Truth Community Awards and other ideas to help celebrate our local advocates and the station.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 15:10:20 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241321</guid><enclosure length="44260392" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7926900_2026-01-21-152100.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the last year of Donald Trump in office. They talk about he and his family generating 1.5 billion dollars under his presidency when the office only provides a $400,00 salary and $50,000 for spending. They discuss his cult like following and how celebrities, like Minaj are falling for his rouse. They also discuss the upcoming Truth Community Awards and other ideas to help celebrate our local advocates and the station.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the last year of Donald Trump in office. They talk about he and his family generating 1.5 billion dollars under his presidency when the office only provides a $400,00 salary and $50,0...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the last year of Donald Trump in office. They talk about he and his family generating 1.5 billion dollars under his presidency when the office only provides a $400,00 salary and $50,000 for spending. They discuss his cult like following and how celebrities, like Minaj are falling for his rouse. They also discuss the upcoming Truth Community Awards and other ideas to help celebrate our local advocates and the station.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:06</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the last year of Donald Trump in office. They talk about he and his family generating 1.5 billion dollars under his presidency when the office only provides a $400,00 salary and $50,000 for spending. They discuss his cult like following and how celebrities, like Minaj are falling for his rouse. They also discuss the upcoming Truth Community Awards and other ideas to help celebrate our local advocates and the station.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: For Or Against the Community</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/21/truth-in-the-morning-ngelpjkllj7mu5spog34wjfhk82nbunf</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the last year of Donald Trump in office. They talk about he and his family generating 1.5 billion dollars under his presidency when the office only provides a $400,00 salary and $50,000 for spending. They discuss his cult like following and how celebrities, like Minaj are falling for his rouse. They also discuss the upcoming Truth Community Awards and other ideas to help celebrate our local advocates and the station.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 15:09:42 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241324</guid><enclosure length="45025853" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7926885_2026-01-21-155825.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the last year of Donald Trump in office. They talk about he and his family generating 1.5 billion dollars under his presidency when the office only provides a $400,00 salary and $50,000 for spending. They discuss his cult like following and how celebrities, like Minaj are falling for his rouse. They also discuss the upcoming Truth Community Awards and other ideas to help celebrate our local advocates and the station.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the last year of Donald Trump in office. They talk about he and his family generating 1.5 billion dollars under his presidency when the office only provides a $400,00 salary and $50,0...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the last year of Donald Trump in office. They talk about he and his family generating 1.5 billion dollars under his presidency when the office only provides a $400,00 salary and $50,000 for spending. They discuss his cult like following and how celebrities, like Minaj are falling for his rouse. They also discuss the upcoming Truth Community Awards and other ideas to help celebrate our local advocates and the station.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:54</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the last year of Donald Trump in office. They talk about he and his family generating 1.5 billion dollars under his presidency when the office only provides a $400,00 salary and $50,000 for spending. They discuss his cult like following and how celebrities, like Minaj are falling for his rouse. They also discuss the upcoming Truth Community Awards and other ideas to help celebrate our local advocates and the station.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Pay Your Bus Fares (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/20/truth-in-the-morning-jkdaribedcaewpa6hnbknammigxih09v</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss another Milwaukee grocery store shutting down on the city’s Northwest side. They talk about growing food deserts in black neighborhoods and ask Truth Nation for solutions. Then later, Homer and Bailey discuss MCTS getting plainclothes officers on bus routes and how to make people pay their bus fares.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 16:43:15 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241328</guid><enclosure length="43442503" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7924854_2026-01-20-164154.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss another Milwaukee grocery store shutting down on the city’s Northwest side. They talk about growing food deserts in black neighborhoods and ask Truth Nation for solutions. Then later, Homer and Bailey discuss MCTS getting plainclothes officers on bus routes and how to make people pay their bus fares.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss another Milwaukee grocery store shutting down on the city's Northwest side. They talk about growing food deserts in black neighborhoods and ask Truth Nation for solutions. Then later,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss another Milwaukee grocery store shutting down on the city's Northwest side. They talk about growing food deserts in black neighborhoods and ask Truth Nation for solutions. Then later, Homer and Bailey discuss MCTS getting plainclothes officers on bus routes and how to make people pay their bus fares.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:14</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss another Milwaukee grocery store shutting down on the city's Northwest side. They talk about growing food deserts in black neighborhoods and ask Truth Nation for solutions. Then later, Homer and Bailey discuss MCTS getting plainclothes officers on bus routes and how to make people pay their bus fares.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Pay Your Bus Fares (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/20/truth-in-the-morning-4q6pxguoeskme5vxv8q1eqvq6fxuypds</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss another Milwaukee grocery store shutting down on the city’s Northwest side. They talk about growing food deserts in black neighborhoods and ask Truth Nation for solutions. Then later, Homer and Bailey discuss MCTS getting plainclothes officers on bus routes and how to make people pay their bus fares.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 16:42:44 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241331</guid><enclosure length="44889538" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7924850_2026-01-20-160050.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss another Milwaukee grocery store shutting down on the city’s Northwest side. They talk about growing food deserts in black neighborhoods and ask Truth Nation for solutions. Then later, Homer and Bailey discuss MCTS getting plainclothes officers on bus routes and how to make people pay their bus fares.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss another Milwaukee grocery store shutting down on the city's Northwest side. They talk about growing food deserts in black neighborhoods and ask Truth Nation for solutions. Then later,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss another Milwaukee grocery store shutting down on the city's Northwest side. They talk about growing food deserts in black neighborhoods and ask Truth Nation for solutions. Then later, Homer and Bailey discuss MCTS getting plainclothes officers on bus routes and how to make people pay their bus fares.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:45</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss another Milwaukee grocery store shutting down on the city's Northwest side. They talk about growing food deserts in black neighborhoods and ask Truth Nation for solutions. Then later, Homer and Bailey discuss MCTS getting plainclothes officers on bus routes and how to make people pay their bus fares.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Baby It's Cold Outside</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/16/truth-in-the-morning-wn5znudr4efgdfishrl736z0c6ulbzai</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman battled the snow and cold warm up the morning. Today they chat about GoFundMe raising almost a million dollars for the ICE agent who shot Renee Good, retails stores closing in mass, and the importance of health care workers.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:40:19 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241334</guid><enclosure length="44595937" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7920422_2026-01-16-162422.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman battled the snow and cold warm up the morning. Today they chat about GoFundMe raising almost a million dollars for the ICE agent who shot Renee Good, retails stores closing in mass, and the importance of health care workers.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman battled the snow and cold warm up the morning. Today they chat about GoFundMe raising almost a million dollars for the ICE agent who shot Renee Good, retails stores closing in mass, and the i...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman battled the snow and cold warm up the morning. Today they chat about GoFundMe raising almost a million dollars for the ICE agent who shot Renee Good, retails stores closing in mass, and the importance of health care workers.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:27</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman battled the snow and cold warm up the morning. Today they chat about GoFundMe raising almost a million dollars for the ICE agent who shot Renee Good, retails stores closing in mass, and the importance of health care workers.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Closing Time</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/16/truth-in-the-morning-be0noigcikgolyrqdlw2hze8omf3r3gu</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman battled the snow and cold warm up the morning. Today they chat about GoFundMe raising almost a million dollars for the ICE agent who shot Renee Good, retails stores closing in mass, and the importance of health care workers.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:39:05 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241337</guid><enclosure length="45413826" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7920417_2026-01-16-161417.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman battled the snow and cold warm up the morning. Today they chat about GoFundMe raising almost a million dollars for the ICE agent who shot Renee Good, retails stores closing in mass, and the importance of health care workers.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman battled the snow and cold warm up the morning. Today they chat about GoFundMe raising almost a million dollars for the ICE agent who shot Renee Good, retails stores closing in mass, and the i...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman battled the snow and cold warm up the morning. Today they chat about GoFundMe raising almost a million dollars for the ICE agent who shot Renee Good, retails stores closing in mass, and the importance of health care workers.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:18</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman battled the snow and cold warm up the morning. Today they chat about GoFundMe raising almost a million dollars for the ICE agent who shot Renee Good, retails stores closing in mass, and the importance of health care workers.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: What Would MLK Jr. Think?</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/15/truth-in-the-morning-rgnrgw0l3o9nzlkfl51puygaxektzcfe</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on his actual birth date. The question what Dr. King would think of our world today and the protests against ICE. Later they discuss a new viral video of a leftist journalist’s experiment of applying to join ICE and the lack of vetting experienced in the process. Dame and Homer ponder why so many people have joined the organization, if the dollar amount it worth going against your own people, and what will happen to the people of color once they’ve done this administration’s dirty work.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:17:38 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241340</guid><enclosure length="44071649" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7918016_2026-01-15-155116.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on his actual birth date. The question what Dr. King would think of our world today and the protests against ICE. Later they discuss a new viral video of a leftist journalist’s experiment of applying to join ICE and the lack of vetting experienced in the process. Dame and Homer ponder why so many people have joined the organization, if the dollar amount it worth going against your own people, and what will happen to the people of color once they’ve done this administration’s dirty work.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on his actual birth date. The question what Dr. King would think of our world today and the protests against ICE. Later they discuss a new vir...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on his actual birth date. The question what Dr. King would think of our world today and the protests against ICE. Later they discuss a new viral video of a leftist journalist's experiment of applying to join ICE and the lack of vetting experienced in the process. Dame and Homer ponder why so many people have joined the organization, if the dollar amount it worth going against your own people, and what will happen to the people of color once they've done this administration's dirty work.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:54</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on his actual birth date. The question what Dr. King would think of our world today and the protests against ICE. Later they discuss a new viral video of a leftist journalist's experiment of applying to join ICE and the lack of vetting experienced in the process. Dame and Homer ponder why so many people have joined the organization, if the dollar amount it worth going against your own people, and what will happen to the people of color once they've done this administration's dirty work.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Money Over Morals: Becoming an ICE Agent</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/15/truth-in-the-morning-8xk8znw3hmb4nr5yi1v9mjvdpaywmnid</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on his actual birth date. The question what Dr. King would think of our world today and the protests against ICE. Later they discuss a new viral video of a leftist journalist’s experiment of applying to join ICE and the lack of vetting experienced in the process. Dame and Homer ponder why so many people have joined the organization, if the dollar amount it worth going against your own people, and what will happen to the people of color once they’ve done this administration’s dirty work.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:16:47 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241343</guid><enclosure length="35295068" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7918015_2026-01-15-154115.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on his actual birth date. The question what Dr. King would think of our world today and the protests against ICE. Later they discuss a new viral video of a leftist journalist’s experiment of applying to join ICE and the lack of vetting experienced in the process. Dame and Homer ponder why so many people have joined the organization, if the dollar amount it worth going against your own people, and what will happen to the people of color once they’ve done this administration’s dirty work.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on his actual birth date. The question what Dr. King would think of our world today and the protests against ICE. Later they discuss a new vir...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on his actual birth date. The question what Dr. King would think of our world today and the protests against ICE. Later they discuss a new viral video of a leftist journalist's experiment of applying to join ICE and the lack of vetting experienced in the process. Dame and Homer ponder why so many people have joined the organization, if the dollar amount it worth going against your own people, and what will happen to the people of color once they've done this administration's dirty work.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>36:46</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on his actual birth date. The question what Dr. King would think of our world today and the protests against ICE. Later they discuss a new viral video of a leftist journalist's experiment of applying to join ICE and the lack of vetting experienced in the process. Dame and Homer ponder why so many people have joined the organization, if the dollar amount it worth going against your own people, and what will happen to the people of color once they've done this administration's dirty work.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Stop, Drop, and Roll</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/14/truth-in-the-morning-tdb093fuapubwfqml9od0r1pxg4bm5kv</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss an apartment complex fire that destroyed 80 units and displaced dozens of residents. The duo emphasizes the importance of having a plan in emergencies and of carefully selecting your living arrangements. Then they talk about a couple who have been charged for locking up 6 of their children in a storage unit for more than a month. They discuss the charges, the assistance they denied, and the actual reason they placed their children in this situation. Later, Homer and Bailey weigh in on the scary scenes of ICE agents terrorizing the town of Minneapolis, and they ponder if Milwaukee is prepared if something like this happens in our city.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:45:09 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241346</guid><enclosure length="43641733" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7915760_2026-01-14-154400.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss an apartment complex fire that destroyed 80 units and displaced dozens of residents. The duo emphasizes the importance of having a plan in emergencies and of carefully selecting your living arrangements. Then they talk about a couple who have been charged for locking up 6 of their children in a storage unit for more than a month. They discuss the charges, the assistance they denied, and the actual reason they placed their children in this situation. Later, Homer and Bailey weigh in on the scary scenes of ICE agents terrorizing the town of Minneapolis, and they ponder if Milwaukee is prepared if something like this happens in our city.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss an apartment complex fire that destroyed 80 units and displaced dozens of residents. The duo emphasizes the importance of having a plan in emergencies and of carefully selecting your ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss an apartment complex fire that destroyed 80 units and displaced dozens of residents. 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Later, Homer and Bailey weigh in on the scary scenes of ICE agents terrorizing the town of Minneapolis, and they ponder if Milwaukee is prepared if something like this happens in our city.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: You Should've Asked for Help</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/14/truth-in-the-morning-m0rkdhgi20mlfykdsyww9iifdeqd8d9w</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss an apartment complex fire that destroyed 80 units and displaced dozens of residents. The duo emphasizes the importance of having a plan in emergencies and of carefully selecting your living arrangements. Then they talk about a couple who have been charged for locking up 6 of their children in a storage unit for more than a month. They discuss the charges, the assistance they denied, and the actual reason they placed their children in this situation. Later, Homer and Bailey weigh in on the scary scenes of ICE agents terrorizing the town of Minneapolis, and they ponder if Milwaukee is prepared if something like this happens in our city.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:37:46 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241349</guid><enclosure length="45057310" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7915747_2026-01-14-151347.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss an apartment complex fire that destroyed 80 units and displaced dozens of residents. The duo emphasizes the importance of having a plan in emergencies and of carefully selecting your living arrangements. Then they talk about a couple who have been charged for locking up 6 of their children in a storage unit for more than a month. They discuss the charges, the assistance they denied, and the actual reason they placed their children in this situation. Later, Homer and Bailey weigh in on the scary scenes of ICE agents terrorizing the town of Minneapolis, and they ponder if Milwaukee is prepared if something like this happens in our city.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss an apartment complex fire that destroyed 80 units and displaced dozens of residents. The duo emphasizes the importance of having a plan in emergencies and of carefully selecting your ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss an apartment complex fire that destroyed 80 units and displaced dozens of residents. The duo emphasizes the importance of having a plan in emergencies and of carefully selecting your living arrangements. Then they talk about a couple who have been charged for locking up 6 of their children in a storage unit for more than a month. They discuss the charges, the assistance they denied, and the actual reason they placed their children in this situation. Later, Homer and Bailey weigh in on the scary scenes of ICE agents terrorizing the town of Minneapolis, and they ponder if Milwaukee is prepared if something like this happens in our city.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:56</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss an apartment complex fire that destroyed 80 units and displaced dozens of residents. The duo emphasizes the importance of having a plan in emergencies and of carefully selecting your living arrangements. Then they talk about a couple who have been charged for locking up 6 of their children in a storage unit for more than a month. They discuss the charges, the assistance they denied, and the actual reason they placed their children in this situation. Later, Homer and Bailey weigh in on the scary scenes of ICE agents terrorizing the town of Minneapolis, and they ponder if Milwaukee is prepared if something like this happens in our city.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Take It to Church, the Ranking of MPS</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/13/truth-in-the-morning-2uyg9gzr5c7jnj1kbgytoj12aiiro1su</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman are talking all about the Milwaukee Public School District and education. They discuss the Deputy Superintendent who was hired and then fired. They also share their thoughts on a teacher slapping a student, the “hush hush” community meeting to discuss SROs, as well as a student lead protest against. Then later, they talk about where MPS ranks nationally as a school district. Did they make nice list or the naughty list? Homer, Bailey and Producer Rhea head to church to reveal how MPS ranked and which list placed they placed on.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:28:45 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241352</guid><enclosure length="46074429" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7913454_2026-01-13-154654.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman are talking all about the Milwaukee Public School District and education. They discuss the Deputy Superintendent who was hired and then fired. They also share their thoughts on a teacher slapping a student, the “hush hush” community meeting to discuss SROs, as well as a student lead protest against. Then later, they talk about where MPS ranks nationally as a school district. Did they make nice list or the naughty list? Homer, Bailey and Producer Rhea head to church to reveal how MPS ranked and which list placed they placed on.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman are talking all about the Milwaukee Public School District and education. They discuss the Deputy Superintendent who was hired and then fired. They also share their thoughts on a teacher slap...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman are talking all about the Milwaukee Public School District and education. They discuss the Deputy Superintendent who was hired and then fired. They also share their thoughts on a teacher slapping a student, the "hush hush" community meeting to discuss SROs, as well as a student lead protest against. Then later, they talk about where MPS ranks nationally as a school district. Did they make nice list or the naughty list? Homer, Bailey and Producer Rhea head to church to reveal how MPS ranked and which list placed they placed on.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:59</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman are talking all about the Milwaukee Public School District and education. They discuss the Deputy Superintendent who was hired and then fired. They also share their thoughts on a teacher slapping a student, the "hush hush" community meeting to discuss SROs, as well as a student lead protest against. Then later, they talk about where MPS ranks nationally as a school district. Did they make nice list or the naughty list? Homer, Bailey and Producer Rhea head to church to reveal how MPS ranked and which list placed they placed on.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Take It to Church, the Ranking of MPS</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/13/truth-in-the-morning-lhriudylaeaceqa7hydieaqhk4ay9egr</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman are talking all about the Milwaukee Public School District and education. They discuss the Deputy Superintendent who was hired and then fired. They also share their thoughts on a teacher slapping a student, the “hush hush” community meeting to discuss SROs, as well as a student lead protest against. Then later, they talk about where MPS ranks nationally as a school district. Did they make nice list or the naughty list? Homer, Bailey and Producer Rhea head to church to reveal how MPS ranked and which list placed they placed on.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:27:51 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241355</guid><enclosure length="42823843" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7913459_2026-01-13-155359.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman are talking all about the Milwaukee Public School District and education. They discuss the Deputy Superintendent who was hired and then fired. They also share their thoughts on a teacher slapping a student, the “hush hush” community meeting to discuss SROs, as well as a student lead protest against. Then later, they talk about where MPS ranks nationally as a school district. Did they make nice list or the naughty list? 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Homer, Bailey and Producer Rhea head to church to reveal how MPS ranked and which list placed they placed on.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>44:36</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman are talking all about the Milwaukee Public School District and education. They discuss the Deputy Superintendent who was hired and then fired. They also share their thoughts on a teacher slapping a student, the "hush hush" community meeting to discuss SROs, as well as a student lead protest against. Then later, they talk about where MPS ranks nationally as a school district. Did they make nice list or the naughty list? Homer, Bailey and Producer Rhea head to church to reveal how MPS ranked and which list placed they placed on.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Food Deserts</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/12/truth-in-the-morning-cqab8zigbnscjqewf7m2svz6kmevqmzt</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk the Packers loss and a school fight after an MPS basketball game. Then later they discuss all the details surrounding Milwaukee’s many food deserts. They share their thoughts on how to help support our communities food pantries, why neighborhood stores are ignored by local patrons, and stigmas behind black employment.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 15:21:58 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241359</guid><enclosure length="42698014" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7911213_2026-01-12-151913.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk the Packers loss and a school fight after an MPS basketball game. Then later they discuss all the details surrounding Milwaukee’s many food deserts. They share their thoughts on how to help support our communities food pantries, why neighborhood stores are ignored by local patrons, and stigmas behind black employment.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk the Packers loss and a school fight after an MPS basketball game. Then later they discuss all the details surrounding Milwaukee's many food deserts. They share their thoughts on how to help...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk the Packers loss and a school fight after an MPS basketball game. Then later they discuss all the details surrounding Milwaukee's many food deserts. 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They share their thoughts on how to help support our communities food pantries, why neighborhood stores are ignored by local patrons, and stigmas behind black employment.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Food Deserts</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/12/truth-in-the-morning-cexs4l4xah036wwcuns9ldosptoqtm5l</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk the Packers loss and a school fight after an MPS basketball game. Then later they discuss all the details surrounding Milwaukee’s many food deserts. 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They share their thoughts on how to help support our communities food pantries, why neighborhood stores are ignored by local patrons, and stigmas behind black employment.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:31</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk the Packers loss and a school fight after an MPS basketball game. Then later they discuss all the details surrounding Milwaukee's many food deserts. They share their thoughts on how to help support our communities food pantries, why neighborhood stores are ignored by local patrons, and stigmas behind black employment.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: The True Evil in America</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/09/truth-in-the-morning-8uloklboducrwpvhdczkbonc2woppbfh</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the big Packer game this weekend and where they will be watching. Then Dame shares his overall thoughts on the shooting of an unarmed Minnesota mother by an ICE agent. They discuss a new shooting of in Portland, Oregon by ICE agents, Kyle Rittenhouse stating he will go to the Minnesota protests, and who the real evil Americans are. Later the duo breaks down the details behind 17 House Republicans voting to extended Obamacare subsidies for three more years. They share the role midterms play in this decision and the importance of voting.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:53:41 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241365</guid><enclosure length="43148902" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7907939_2026-01-09-161739.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the big Packer game this weekend and where they will be watching. Then Dame shares his overall thoughts on the shooting of an unarmed Minnesota mother by an ICE agent. They discuss a new shooting of in Portland, Oregon by ICE agents, Kyle Rittenhouse stating he will go to the Minnesota protests, and who the real evil Americans are. Later the duo breaks down the details behind 17 House Republicans voting to extended Obamacare subsidies for three more years. They share the role midterms play in this decision and the importance of voting.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the big Packer game this weekend and where they will be watching. Then Dame shares his overall thoughts on the shooting of an unarmed Minnesota mother by an ICE agent. They discuss a ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the big Packer game this weekend and where they will be watching. Then Dame shares his overall thoughts on the shooting of an unarmed Minnesota mother by an ICE agent. They discuss a new shooting of in Portland, Oregon by ICE agents, Kyle Rittenhouse stating he will go to the Minnesota protests, and who the real evil Americans are. Later the duo breaks down the details behind 17 House Republicans voting to extended Obamacare subsidies for three more years. They share the role midterms play in this decision and the importance of voting.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>44:56</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the big Packer game this weekend and where they will be watching. Then Dame shares his overall thoughts on the shooting of an unarmed Minnesota mother by an ICE agent. They discuss a new shooting of in Portland, Oregon by ICE agents, Kyle Rittenhouse stating he will go to the Minnesota protests, and who the real evil Americans are. Later the duo breaks down the details behind 17 House Republicans voting to extended Obamacare subsidies for three more years. They share the role midterms play in this decision and the importance of voting.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: The True Evil in America</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/09/truth-in-the-morning-evrnd69kf7h7r0tovolmwzv17zije35s</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the big Packer game this weekend and where they will be watching. Then Dame shares his overall thoughts on the shooting of an unarmed Minnesota mother by an ICE agent. They discuss a new shooting of in Portland, Oregon by ICE agents, Kyle Rittenhouse stating he will go to the Minnesota protests, and who the real evil Americans are. Later the duo breaks down the details behind 17 House Republicans voting to extended Obamacare subsidies for three more years. They share the role midterms play in this decision and the importance of voting.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:53:01 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241368</guid><enclosure length="45277511" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7907922_2026-01-09-155222.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the big Packer game this weekend and where they will be watching. Then Dame shares his overall thoughts on the shooting of an unarmed Minnesota mother by an ICE agent. They discuss a new shooting of in Portland, Oregon by ICE agents, Kyle Rittenhouse stating he will go to the Minnesota protests, and who the real evil Americans are. Later the duo breaks down the details behind 17 House Republicans voting to extended Obamacare subsidies for three more years. They share the role midterms play in this decision and the importance of voting.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the big Packer game this weekend and where they will be watching. Then Dame shares his overall thoughts on the shooting of an unarmed Minnesota mother by an ICE agent. They discuss a ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the big Packer game this weekend and where they will be watching. Then Dame shares his overall thoughts on the shooting of an unarmed Minnesota mother by an ICE agent. They discuss a new shooting of in Portland, Oregon by ICE agents, Kyle Rittenhouse stating he will go to the Minnesota protests, and who the real evil Americans are. Later the duo breaks down the details behind 17 House Republicans voting to extended Obamacare subsidies for three more years. They share the role midterms play in this decision and the importance of voting.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:10</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the big Packer game this weekend and where they will be watching. Then Dame shares his overall thoughts on the shooting of an unarmed Minnesota mother by an ICE agent. They discuss a new shooting of in Portland, Oregon by ICE agents, Kyle Rittenhouse stating he will go to the Minnesota protests, and who the real evil Americans are. Later the duo breaks down the details behind 17 House Republicans voting to extended Obamacare subsidies for three more years. They share the role midterms play in this decision and the importance of voting.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: ICE Agents Murder an Unarmed Minnesota Mom</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/08/truth-in-the-morning-wsmsaxqjnj0hifart8llyhujpmwgloox</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman unpack and react to yesterdays tragic news of an unarmed Minnesota  mother of three being shot and killed by an ICE agent. They break down the details, share the city of Milwaukee’s response, and hear from Truth Nation. Should the black community care about this? Was the agent in the wrong? Or was it the woman? They discuss this and more!&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:29:37 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241370</guid><enclosure length="40024145" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7904267_2026-01-08-162607.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman unpack and react to yesterdays tragic news of an unarmed Minnesota  mother of three being shot and killed by an ICE agent. They break down the details, share the city of Milwaukee’s response, and hear from Truth Nation. Should the black community care about this? Was the agent in the wrong? Or was it the woman? 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They discuss this and more!</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Hands Off My Ride</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/07/truth-in-the-morning-vkuurmqtie9c85egtbtzwm1cpljzss2g</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey cover all bases from Packers rivalry playoff game, Peter Feigin leaving the Milwaukee Bucks, and “Colored People Time.” The duo also share their thoughts on a corrupt towing company getting their license revoked by the city’s aldermen for predatory practices. Then later they break down a tragic and fatal domestic violence case where a 22-year-old pregnant woman was shot and set on free in her mother’s home. When is it time to leave a bad relationship? What does it mean to be the man of a family? 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They answer these questions and more.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: If You Make Her Cry, I'll Make YOU Cry!</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/07/truth-in-the-morning-lhmjusp5ht6hd8sd2wolb2lbvybghdwy</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey cover all bases from Packers rivalry playoff game, Peter Feigin leaving the Milwaukee Bucks, and “Colored People Time.” The duo also share their thoughts on a corrupt towing company getting their license revoked by the city’s aldermen for predatory practices. Then later they break down a tragic and fatal domestic violence case where a 22-year-old pregnant woman was shot and set on free in her mother’s home. When is it time to leave a bad relationship? What does it mean to be the man of a family? 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Then they discuss taxpayers’ dollars going towards sending some local students to private schools.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 15:29:23 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241384</guid><enclosure length="43316674" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7897470_2026-01-06-150110.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman aren’t going to the Packers Playoff Game. They talk about splitting tickets to the very pricey playoff game this Saturday and if an expensive experience can be substituted for that year’s birthday or Christmas gifts. Later Homer and Bailey remind Truth Nation to be kind to their coworkers, specifically the quiet ones. Then they discuss taxpayers’ dollars going towards sending some local students to private schools.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman aren't going to the Packers Playoff Game. They talk about splitting tickets to the very pricey playoff game this Saturday and if an expensive experience can be substituted for that year's bir...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman aren't going to the Packers Playoff Game. They talk about splitting tickets to the very pricey playoff game this Saturday and if an expensive experience can be substituted for that year's birthday or Christmas gifts. Later Homer and Bailey remind Truth Nation to be kind to their coworkers, specifically the quiet ones. 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Then they discuss taxpayers' dollars going towards sending some local students to private schools.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Beware of the Quiet Ones...</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2026/01/06/truth-in-the-morning-rs7q2mtaf0auququhsoxnvzkedq8jcdz</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman aren’t going to the Packers Playoff Game. They talk about splitting tickets to the very pricey playoff game this Saturday and if an expensive experience can be substituted for that year’s birthday or Christmas gifts. Later Homer and Bailey remind Truth Nation to be kind to their coworkers, specifically the quiet ones. 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Then, the conversation shifts to skyrocketing insurance prices because, as the saying goes, yesterday’s price is NOT today’s price. Callers weigh in on how these changes will hit the community, and Homer and Dame wrap up with a candid discussion on what rising costs mean for everyone moving forward.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 14:31:11 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241395</guid><enclosure length="45141196" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7885756_2026-01-02-153556.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey dive into the wild story of Milwaukee Tools getting robbed by its own employees—how does that even happen, and why isn’t anyone keeping track? Then, the conversation shifts to skyrocketing insurance prices because, as the saying goes, yesterday’s price is NOT today’s price. Callers weigh in on how these changes will hit the community, and Homer and Dame wrap up with a candid discussion on what rising costs mean for everyone moving forward.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey dive into the wild story of Milwaukee Tools getting robbed by its own employees—how does that even happen, and why isn’t anyone keeping track? Then, the conversation shifts to skyrocketing insurance prices because, as the say...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey dive into the wild story of Milwaukee Tools getting robbed by its own employees—how does that even happen, and why isn’t anyone keeping track? Then, the conversation shifts to skyrocketing insurance prices because, as the saying goes, yesterday’s price is NOT today’s price. 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Finally, callers join in to share their New Year’s Eve experiences and what they’re bringing into 2026… like being unapologetically petty.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Year In The Review (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/31/truth-in-the-morning-9jy0prckoakw8sepnqiemiyjg2gzbkmw</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman recap 2025.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2025 14:40:15 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241401</guid><enclosure length="45791313" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7883490_2025-12-31-151430.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman recap 2025.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman recap 2025.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman recap 2025.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:41</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman recap 2025.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Year In The Review (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/31/truth-in-the-morning-5zml82pganwjzdukw3gpwh2k29fwcnwg</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman wrap up 2025 with a year in review.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2025 14:27:09 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241404</guid><enclosure length="45675970" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7883375_2025-12-31-143315.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman wrap up 2025 with a year in review.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman wrap up 2025 with a year in review.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman wrap up 2025 with a year in review.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:34</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman wrap up 2025 with a year in review.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Why Do People Post Tragedy Online? 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Today they chat about the Christmas spirit, Brady Street beatings, the end of Nicki Minaj's career and more chaos surrounding the Epstein Files.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Feliz Navidad, Happy Kwanza and Bah Humbug! (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/24/truth-in-the-morning-qfsxzew4dnyhzg9n3iiyybolda1laywq</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on the Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey are on the airwaves bright and earlier this Christmas Eve. 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Today they chat about the Christmas spirit, Brady Street beatings, the end of Nicki Minaj's career and more chaos surrounding the Epstein Files.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Scared Straight (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/23/truth-in-the-morning-phg4vxh8d62mtve8amsjnreg55aw3qzg</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey stolen vehicles. From a 27-year-old lady stealing a day care van with kids in it, to eight and nine-year-olds being arrested for stealing a KIA, Homer and Dame chat about the wrongs, rights, and traumas of these thieving stories.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2025 16:13:17 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241424</guid><enclosure length="45088768" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7872504_2025-12-23-161804.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey stolen vehicles. From a 27-year-old lady stealing a day care van with kids in it, to eight and nine-year-olds being arrested for stealing a KIA, Homer and Dame chat about the wrongs, rights, and traumas of these thieving stories.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey stolen vehicles. From a 27-year-old lady stealing a day care van with kids in it, to eight and nine-year-olds being arrested for stealing a KIA, Homer and Dame chat about the wrongs, rights, and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey stolen vehicles. From a 27-year-old lady stealing a day care van with kids in it, to eight and nine-year-olds being arrested for stealing a KIA, Homer and Dame chat about the wrongs, rights, and traumas of these thieving stories.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:58</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey stolen vehicles. From a 27-year-old lady stealing a day care van with kids in it, to eight and nine-year-olds being arrested for stealing a KIA, Homer and Dame chat about the wrongs, rights, and traumas of these thieving stories.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Scared Straight (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/23/truth-in-the-morning-0uupbr8vxtyfc8hclxp4yaza2nmz8qlh</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey stolen vehicles. From a 27-year-old lady stealing a day care van with kids in it, to eight and nine-year-olds being arrested for stealing a KIA, Homer and Dame chat about the wrongs, rights, and traumas of these thieving stories.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2025 16:10:33 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241428</guid><enclosure length="46221230" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7872484_2025-12-23-165024.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey stolen vehicles. From a 27-year-old lady stealing a day care van with kids in it, to eight and nine-year-olds being arrested for stealing a KIA, Homer and Dame chat about the wrongs, rights, and traumas of these thieving stories.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey stolen vehicles. From a 27-year-old lady stealing a day care van with kids in it, to eight and nine-year-olds being arrested for stealing a KIA, Homer and Dame chat about the wrongs, rights, and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey stolen vehicles. From a 27-year-old lady stealing a day care van with kids in it, to eight and nine-year-olds being arrested for stealing a KIA, Homer and Dame chat about the wrongs, rights, and traumas of these thieving stories.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:08</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey stolen vehicles. From a 27-year-old lady stealing a day care van with kids in it, to eight and nine-year-olds being arrested for stealing a KIA, Homer and Dame chat about the wrongs, rights, and traumas of these thieving stories.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Our Blinders Are On (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/22/truth-in-the-morning-eyjrzivhqspjiwkvboepd3syepssoovq</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey weigh in on the Epstein files released by the government last Friday. They discuss what was in the files, but more importantly what they still may have left out. Later, the duo discuss rapper Nicki Minaj’s appearance at a Turning Point USA event where she shared her support for Donald Trump. Homer and Dame talk about black celebrities “selling out” and when should our community start revoking our support. Then, Homer and Dame share breaking news about a Trafficking ring bust at a local strip club, On the Border.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 15:27:07 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241432</guid><enclosure length="43337646" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7870311_2025-12-22-154411.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey weigh in on the Epstein files released by the government last Friday. They discuss what was in the files, but more importantly what they still may have left out. Later, the duo discuss rapper Nicki Minaj’s appearance at a Turning Point USA event where she shared her support for Donald Trump. Homer and Dame talk about black celebrities “selling out” and when should our community start revoking our support. Then, Homer and Dame share breaking news about a Trafficking ring bust at a local strip club, On the Border.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey weigh in on the Epstein files released by the government last Friday. They discuss what was in the files, but more importantly what they still may have left out. Later, the duo discuss rapper Ni...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey weigh in on the Epstein files released by the government last Friday. They discuss what was in the files, but more importantly what they still may have left out. Later, the duo discuss rapper Nicki Minaj's appearance at a Turning Point USA event where she shared her support for Donald Trump. Homer and Dame talk about black celebrities "selling out" and when should our community start revoking our support. Then, Homer and Dame share breaking news about a Trafficking ring bust at a local strip club, On the Border.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:08</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey weigh in on the Epstein files released by the government last Friday. They discuss what was in the files, but more importantly what they still may have left out. Later, the duo discuss rapper Nicki Minaj's appearance at a Turning Point USA event where she shared her support for Donald Trump. Homer and Dame talk about black celebrities "selling out" and when should our community start revoking our support. Then, Homer and Dame share breaking news about a Trafficking ring bust at a local strip club, On the Border.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Our Blinders Are On (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/22/truth-in-the-morning-nagkjmwhrg3owodxng1gpgpnuhcegov9</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey weigh in on the Epstein files released by the government last Friday. They discuss what was in the files, but more importantly what they still may have left out. Later, the duo discuss rapper Nicki Minaj’s appearance at a Turning Point USA event where she shared her support for Donald Trump. Homer and Dame talk about black celebrities “selling out” and when should our community start revoking our support. Then, Homer and Dame share breaking news about a Trafficking ring bust at a local strip club, On the Border.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 15:27:02 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241434</guid><enclosure length="45654999" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7870305_2025-12-22-153105.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey weigh in on the Epstein files released by the government last Friday. They discuss what was in the files, but more importantly what they still may have left out. Later, the duo discuss rapper Nicki Minaj’s appearance at a Turning Point USA event where she shared her support for Donald Trump. Homer and Dame talk about black celebrities “selling out” and when should our community start revoking our support. 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Then, Homer and Dame share breaking news about a Trafficking ring bust at a local strip club, On the Border.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Weed in Wisconsin: Puff, Pass, or Prohibit? (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/19/truth-in-the-morning-gsbow9qjow9rf61eajnnut8wm7hmtsv2</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman heat up the morning and spark a debate on legalizing weed in Wisconsin. The duo talk about Marijuana Laws across the country after President Trump signed an executive order to fast track the reclassification of Marijuana, opening up the conversation of legalizing “Miss Mary Jane” nationwide. Homer and Bailey ask Truth Nation if weed should be legal in our state, and if this is a good solution to increasing our states revenue. They also discuss the verdict of Judge Hannah Dugan and share their thoughts on what the city should develop on the Northridge Mall site.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 16:55:16 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241437</guid><enclosure length="43369103" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7867689_2025-12-19-172829.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman heat up the morning and spark a debate on legalizing weed in Wisconsin. The duo talk about Marijuana Laws across the country after President Trump signed an executive order to fast track the reclassification of Marijuana, opening up the conversation of legalizing “Miss Mary Jane” nationwide. Homer and Bailey ask Truth Nation if weed should be legal in our state, and if this is a good solution to increasing our states revenue. They also discuss the verdict of Judge Hannah Dugan and share their thoughts on what the city should develop on the Northridge Mall site.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman heat up the morning and spark a debate on legalizing weed in Wisconsin. The duo talk about Marijuana Laws across the country after President Trump signed an executive order to fast track the ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman heat up the morning and spark a debate on legalizing weed in Wisconsin. The duo talk about Marijuana Laws across the country after President Trump signed an executive order to fast track the reclassification of Marijuana, opening up the conversation of legalizing "Miss Mary Jane" nationwide. 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They also discuss the verdict of Judge Hannah Dugan and share their thoughts on what the city should develop on the Northridge Mall site.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Weed in Wisconsin: Puff, Pass, or Prohibit? (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/19/truth-in-the-morning-ipwck45b128bzqgdszrpsu3kbxsigvne</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman heat up the morning and spark a debate on legalizing weed in Wisconsin. The duo talk about Marijuana Laws across the country after President Trump signed an executive order to fast track the reclassification of Marijuana, opening up the conversation of legalizing “Miss Mary Jane” nationwide. Homer and Bailey ask Truth Nation if weed should be legal in our state, and if this is a good solution to increasing our states revenue. They also discuss the verdict of Judge Hannah Dugan and share their thoughts on what the city should develop on the Northridge Mall site.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 16:42:46 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241440</guid><enclosure length="45980057" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7867676_2025-12-19-161416.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman heat up the morning and spark a debate on legalizing weed in Wisconsin. The duo talk about Marijuana Laws across the country after President Trump signed an executive order to fast track the reclassification of Marijuana, opening up the conversation of legalizing “Miss Mary Jane” nationwide. Homer and Bailey ask Truth Nation if weed should be legal in our state, and if this is a good solution to increasing our states revenue. They also discuss the verdict of Judge Hannah Dugan and share their thoughts on what the city should develop on the Northridge Mall site.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman heat up the morning and spark a debate on legalizing weed in Wisconsin. The duo talk about Marijuana Laws across the country after President Trump signed an executive order to fast track the ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman heat up the morning and spark a debate on legalizing weed in Wisconsin. The duo talk about Marijuana Laws across the country after President Trump signed an executive order to fast track the reclassification of Marijuana, opening up the conversation of legalizing "Miss Mary Jane" nationwide. Homer and Bailey ask Truth Nation if weed should be legal in our state, and if this is a good solution to increasing our states revenue. They also discuss the verdict of Judge Hannah Dugan and share their thoughts on what the city should develop on the Northridge Mall site.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:53</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman heat up the morning and spark a debate on legalizing weed in Wisconsin. The duo talk about Marijuana Laws across the country after President Trump signed an executive order to fast track the reclassification of Marijuana, opening up the conversation of legalizing "Miss Mary Jane" nationwide. Homer and Bailey ask Truth Nation if weed should be legal in our state, and if this is a good solution to increasing our states revenue. They also discuss the verdict of Judge Hannah Dugan and share their thoughts on what the city should develop on the Northridge Mall site.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Quit Before You Catch a Case! (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/18/truth-in-the-morning-mtt4oofncxyzlwk81rwdkp4ejwolwwiq</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman give updates on the case against Judge Hanah Dugan and question if she will be found guilty, they strategize on how to win the Salvation Army Bell Ringer fundraiser next year and share their thoughts on the “Orange Man” after his bizarre national address and scandalous Vanity Fair article. Later, Bailey and Homer discuss the wins and losses for the Milwaukee Public School District. MPS finally rid most of their schools of lead contamination prior to their December 31st deadline however, troubles persist as new sexual misconduct and abuse cases come to light.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 15:41:11 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241442</guid><enclosure length="45204111" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7865293_2025-12-18-151733.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman give updates on the case against Judge Hanah Dugan and question if she will be found guilty, they strategize on how to win the Salvation Army Bell Ringer fundraiser next year and share their thoughts on the “Orange Man” after his bizarre national address and scandalous Vanity Fair article. 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MPS finally rid most of their schools of lead contamination prior to their December 31st deadline however, troubles persist as new sexual misconduct and abuse cases come to light.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Guilty or Not? (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/18/truth-in-the-morning-zcbnrgylvgxjdxjag3lqk4ycqsgpb4a3</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman give updates on the case against Judge Hanah Dugan and question if she will be found guilty, they strategize on how to win the Salvation Army Bell Ringer fundraiser next year and share their thoughts on the “Orange Man” after his bizarre national address and scandalous Vanity Fair article. Later, Bailey and Homer discuss the wins and losses for the Milwaukee Public School District. MPS finally rid most of their schools of lead contamination prior to their December 31st deadline however, troubles persist as new sexual misconduct and abuse cases come to light.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 15:20:32 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241446</guid><enclosure length="42970644" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7865294_2025-12-18-153734.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman give updates on the case against Judge Hanah Dugan and question if she will be found guilty, they strategize on how to win the Salvation Army Bell Ringer fundraiser next year and share their thoughts on the “Orange Man” after his bizarre national address and scandalous Vanity Fair article. 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MPS finally rid most of their schools of lead contamination prior to their December 31st deadline however, troubles persist as new sexual misconduct and abuse cases come to light.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Lock Up: Whack Wages and Wild Whoopings (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/17/truth-in-the-morning-hod9je4rftj7qbjbgyiij7qgnmqmcr0j</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey tackle the prison system. Should prisoners have a minimum wage for labor? Is America’s prison system modern slavery? Then, they break down the brutality from prison guards after a teen was brutally assaulted at a juvenile facility in Racine. Is black on black crime a bigger issue than we realize? Even in the prison system?&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:35:40 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241448</guid><enclosure length="44595937" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7863277_2025-12-17-161017.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey tackle the prison system. Should prisoners have a minimum wage for labor? Is America’s prison system modern slavery? Then, they break down the brutality from prison guards after a teen was brutally assaulted at a juvenile facility in Racine. Is black on black crime a bigger issue than we realize? Even in the prison system?&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey tackle the prison system. Should prisoners have a minimum wage for labor? Is America's prison system modern slavery? Then, they break down the brutality from prison guards after a teen was bruta...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey tackle the prison system. Should prisoners have a minimum wage for labor? Is America's prison system modern slavery? Then, they break down the brutality from prison guards after a teen was brutally assaulted at a juvenile facility in Racine. Is black on black crime a bigger issue than we realize? Even in the prison system?</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:27</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey tackle the prison system. Should prisoners have a minimum wage for labor? Is America's prison system modern slavery? Then, they break down the brutality from prison guards after a teen was brutally assaulted at a juvenile facility in Racine. Is black on black crime a bigger issue than we realize? Even in the prison system?</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Lock Up: Whack Wages and Wild Whoopings (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/17/truth-in-the-morning-uzma1j9hohtvnpodmlbmncfso1uyebyp</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey tackle the prison system. Should prisoners have a minimum wage for labor? Is America’s prison system modern slavery? Then, they break down the brutality from prison guards after a teen was brutally assaulted at a juvenile facility in Racine. Is black on black crime a bigger issue than we realize? Even in the prison system?&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:28:07 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241451</guid><enclosure length="45634027" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7863256_2025-12-17-163356.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey tackle the prison system. Should prisoners have a minimum wage for labor? Is America’s prison system modern slavery? Then, they break down the brutality from prison guards after a teen was brutally assaulted at a juvenile facility in Racine. Is black on black crime a bigger issue than we realize? Even in the prison system?&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey tackle the prison system. Should prisoners have a minimum wage for labor? Is America's prison system modern slavery? Then, they break down the brutality from prison guards after a teen was bruta...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey tackle the prison system. Should prisoners have a minimum wage for labor? Is America's prison system modern slavery? Then, they break down the brutality from prison guards after a teen was brutally assaulted at a juvenile facility in Racine. Is black on black crime a bigger issue than we realize? Even in the prison system?</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:31</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey tackle the prison system. Should prisoners have a minimum wage for labor? Is America's prison system modern slavery? Then, they break down the brutality from prison guards after a teen was brutally assaulted at a juvenile facility in Racine. Is black on black crime a bigger issue than we realize? Even in the prison system?</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Has Our President Ever Told the Truth? (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/16/truth-in-the-morning-xr1cjuilyza7v7mv2p6cr456prhcgktz</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey give Truth Nation this week’s dump of Trump Administration updates. The discuss the charges in the Wisconsin fax electors’ scandal and the aides involvement in rigging the 2020 presidential election in favor of Trump. They also discuss the expiration of tax credits for Obamacare for Wisconsinites, and question if our current President has ever told the truth. Then they talk about government funded child incentive programs abroad and Trump’s Savings Account version. Dame and Bailey compare the difference and share how much the government would need to pay them to have another child.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 15:42:24 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241454</guid><enclosure length="43704647" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7860863_2025-12-16-151003.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey give Truth Nation this week’s dump of Trump Administration updates. The discuss the charges in the Wisconsin fax electors’ scandal and the aides involvement in rigging the 2020 presidential election in favor of Trump. They also discuss the expiration of tax credits for Obamacare for Wisconsinites, and question if our current President has ever told the truth. Then they talk about government funded child incentive programs abroad and Trump’s Savings Account version. Dame and Bailey compare the difference and share how much the government would need to pay them to have another child.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey give Truth Nation this week's dump of Trump Administration updates. The discuss the charges in the Wisconsin fax electors' scandal and the aides involvement in rigging the 2020 presidential ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey give Truth Nation this week's dump of Trump Administration updates. The discuss the charges in the Wisconsin fax electors' scandal and the aides involvement in rigging the 2020 presidential election in favor of Trump. They also discuss the expiration of tax credits for Obamacare for Wisconsinites, and question if our current President has ever told the truth. Then they talk about government funded child incentive programs abroad and Trump's Savings Account version. Dame and Bailey compare the difference and share how much the government would need to pay them to have another child.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:31</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey give Truth Nation this week's dump of Trump Administration updates. The discuss the charges in the Wisconsin fax electors' scandal and the aides involvement in rigging the 2020 presidential election in favor of Trump. They also discuss the expiration of tax credits for Obamacare for Wisconsinites, and question if our current President has ever told the truth. Then they talk about government funded child incentive programs abroad and Trump's Savings Account version. Dame and Bailey compare the difference and share how much the government would need to pay them to have another child.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: How Much Money Is That Baby Worth? (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/16/truth-in-the-morning-5eayrbqupcjb18yegxlkes0vjvmc632x</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey give Truth Nation this week’s dump of Trump Administration updates. The discuss the charges in the Wisconsin fax electors’ scandal and the aides involvement in rigging the 2020 presidential election in favor of Trump. They also discuss the expiration of tax credits for Obamacare for Wisconsinites, and question if our current President has ever told the truth. Then they talk about government funded child incentive programs abroad and Trump’s Savings Account version. Dame and Bailey compare the difference and share how much the government would need to pay them to have another child.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 15:40:35 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241457</guid><enclosure length="44344279" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7860859_2025-12-16-153159.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey give Truth Nation this week’s dump of Trump Administration updates. The discuss the charges in the Wisconsin fax electors’ scandal and the aides involvement in rigging the 2020 presidential election in favor of Trump. They also discuss the expiration of tax credits for Obamacare for Wisconsinites, and question if our current President has ever told the truth. Then they talk about government funded child incentive programs abroad and Trump’s Savings Account version. Dame and Bailey compare the difference and share how much the government would need to pay them to have another child.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey give Truth Nation this week's dump of Trump Administration updates. The discuss the charges in the Wisconsin fax electors' scandal and the aides involvement in rigging the 2020 presidential ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey give Truth Nation this week's dump of Trump Administration updates. The discuss the charges in the Wisconsin fax electors' scandal and the aides involvement in rigging the 2020 presidential election in favor of Trump. They also discuss the expiration of tax credits for Obamacare for Wisconsinites, and question if our current President has ever told the truth. Then they talk about government funded child incentive programs abroad and Trump's Savings Account version. Dame and Bailey compare the difference and share how much the government would need to pay them to have another child.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:11</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey give Truth Nation this week's dump of Trump Administration updates. The discuss the charges in the Wisconsin fax electors' scandal and the aides involvement in rigging the 2020 presidential election in favor of Trump. They also discuss the expiration of tax credits for Obamacare for Wisconsinites, and question if our current President has ever told the truth. Then they talk about government funded child incentive programs abroad and Trump's Savings Account version. Dame and Bailey compare the difference and share how much the government would need to pay them to have another child.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Mutations, Mayhem and Mental Illness (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/15/truth-in-the-morning-wxnk9vcefyhbxp4wnntuca331oc1iheg</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the troubling number of gun related violence over the weekend. They speak on the mass shooting at Brown University and the alleged Wisconsin suspect, the 10-year-old Milwaukee boy who accidentally fatally shot himself, and the shooting at Dee’s elegance. Dame and Homer take it to the phone lines and give their thoughts on gun regulation, mental illness within our community and the presence of guns within our communities.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 15:41:53 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241462</guid><enclosure length="43148902" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7858711_2025-12-15-153711.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the troubling number of gun related violence over the weekend. They speak on the mass shooting at Brown University and the alleged Wisconsin suspect, the 10-year-old Milwaukee boy who accidentally fatally shot himself, and the shooting at Dee’s elegance. Dame and Homer take it to the phone lines and give their thoughts on gun regulation, mental illness within our community and the presence of guns within our communities.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the troubling number of gun related violence over the weekend. They speak on the mass shooting at Brown University and the alleged Wisconsin suspect, the 10-year-old Milwaukee boy who...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the troubling number of gun related violence over the weekend. They speak on the mass shooting at Brown University and the alleged Wisconsin suspect, the 10-year-old Milwaukee boy who accidentally fatally shot himself, and the shooting at Dee's elegance. Dame and Homer take it to the phone lines and give their thoughts on gun regulation, mental illness within our community and the presence of guns within our communities.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>44:56</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the troubling number of gun related violence over the weekend. They speak on the mass shooting at Brown University and the alleged Wisconsin suspect, the 10-year-old Milwaukee boy who accidentally fatally shot himself, and the shooting at Dee's elegance. Dame and Homer take it to the phone lines and give their thoughts on gun regulation, mental illness within our community and the presence of guns within our communities.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Mutations, Mayhem and Mental Illness (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/15/truth-in-the-morning-3e3qez30nw28mikdonnzkxr6o6lt22se</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the troubling number of gun related violence over the weekend. They speak on the mass shooting at Brown University and the alleged Wisconsin suspect, the 10-year-old Milwaukee boy who accidentally fatally shot himself, and the shooting at Dee’s elegance. Dame and Homer take it to the phone lines and give their thoughts on gun regulation, mental illness within our community and the presence of guns within our communities.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 15:37:12 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241464</guid><enclosure length="46189772" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7858708_2025-12-15-150108.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the troubling number of gun related violence over the weekend. They speak on the mass shooting at Brown University and the alleged Wisconsin suspect, the 10-year-old Milwaukee boy who accidentally fatally shot himself, and the shooting at Dee’s elegance. Dame and Homer take it to the phone lines and give their thoughts on gun regulation, mental illness within our community and the presence of guns within our communities.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the troubling number of gun related violence over the weekend. They speak on the mass shooting at Brown University and the alleged Wisconsin suspect, the 10-year-old Milwaukee boy who...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the troubling number of gun related violence over the weekend. They speak on the mass shooting at Brown University and the alleged Wisconsin suspect, the 10-year-old Milwaukee boy who accidentally fatally shot himself, and the shooting at Dee's elegance. Dame and Homer take it to the phone lines and give their thoughts on gun regulation, mental illness within our community and the presence of guns within our communities.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:06</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the troubling number of gun related violence over the weekend. They speak on the mass shooting at Brown University and the alleged Wisconsin suspect, the 10-year-old Milwaukee boy who accidentally fatally shot himself, and the shooting at Dee's elegance. Dame and Homer take it to the phone lines and give their thoughts on gun regulation, mental illness within our community and the presence of guns within our communities.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: Do You Even Want To Be Married (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/12/truth-in-the-morning-giwlonufdbcecbuaoocwzu8ofuu7i0i9</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey continue the topic, leading into a conversation about marriage. Do people want to get married, and if not, why? And is it ruining the culture and hurting the community? 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(Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/12/truth-in-the-morning-qq64w5k1ciwdsxfr5jlocagle0kj35vn</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey break it down on a Friday. Michigan Head Coach Sherron Moore made headlines this week and Dame and Homer explain how this man might’ve ruin his life but also the life of countless other people.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 14:05:48 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241469</guid><enclosure length="43966791" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7855471_2025-12-12-144611.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey break it down on a Friday. Michigan Head Coach Sherron Moore made headlines this week and Dame and Homer explain how this man might’ve ruin his life but also the life of countless other people.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey break it down on a Friday. Michigan Head Coach Sherron Moore made headlines this week and Dame and Homer explain how this man might've ruin his life but also the life of countless other people.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey break it down on a Friday. Michigan Head Coach Sherron Moore made headlines this week and Dame and Homer explain how this man might've ruin his life but also the life of countless other people.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:47</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey break it down on a Friday. Michigan Head Coach Sherron Moore made headlines this week and Dame and Homer explain how this man might've ruin his life but also the life of countless other people.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: Who Is At Fault? (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/11/truth-in-the-morning-wiumsxnot2rfyc9jbhzltqhyqakgmfgn</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman begin hour two talking about the 14 year old who shot another teenage over a gun. The topic of conversation asks the question of who is at fault when these teenagers act out and cause problems.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:13:21 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241472</guid><enclosure length="45057310" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7853490_2025-12-11-151330.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman begin hour two talking about the 14 year old who shot another teenage over a gun. The topic of conversation asks the question of who is at fault when these teenagers act out and cause problems.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman begin hour two talking about the 14 year old who shot another teenage over a gun. The topic of conversation asks the question of who is at fault when these teenagers act out and cause problems.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman begin hour two talking about the 14 year old who shot another teenage over a gun. The topic of conversation asks the question of who is at fault when these teenagers act out and cause problems.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:56</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman begin hour two talking about the 14 year old who shot another teenage over a gun. The topic of conversation asks the question of who is at fault when these teenagers act out and cause problems.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: Who Is At Fault? (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/11/truth-in-the-morning-uyttnqktt55ssxunmuugkrp3c5kctm2y</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman get into the story of the 10 year old who was accidently shot by his friends gun. Whose fault is it? Who should be held responsible?  Homer and Bailey give their takes, and we hear from Truth Nation.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 13:36:36 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241475</guid><enclosure length="43201331" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7853304_2025-12-11-141204.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman get into the story of the 10 year old who was accidently shot by his friends gun. Whose fault is it? Who should be held responsible?  Homer and Bailey give their takes, and we hear from Truth Nation.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman get into the story of the 10 year old who was accidently shot by his friends gun. Whose fault is it? Who should be held responsible? Homer and Bailey give their takes, and we hear from Truth Nation.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman get into the story of the 10 year old who was accidently shot by his friends gun. Whose fault is it? Who should be held responsible? Homer and Bailey give their takes, and we hear from Truth Nation.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:00</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman get into the story of the 10 year old who was accidently shot by his friends gun. Whose fault is it? Who should be held responsible? Homer and Bailey give their takes, and we hear from Truth Nation.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: Can You Support Trump AND Black People (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/10/truth-in-the-morning-uplzo84tn7qqsnusqjgz3pfqm4fbfmpa</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey roll into hour two asking the question, can you support Black people AND Donald Trump? Callers join in to give their take and further the debate.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 14:34:55 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241478</guid><enclosure length="44040192" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7851363_2025-12-10-155803.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey roll into hour two asking the question, can you support Black people AND Donald Trump? Callers join in to give their take and further the debate.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey roll into hour two asking the question, can you support Black people AND Donald Trump? Callers join in to give their take and further the debate.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey roll into hour two asking the question, can you support Black people AND Donald Trump? Callers join in to give their take and further the debate.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:52</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey roll into hour two asking the question, can you support Black people AND Donald Trump? Callers join in to give their take and further the debate.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: Unsealed Files (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/10/truth-in-the-morning-k4lfxjzmxrvek2dn8rsdnz7phsepafag</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the unsealed files surrounding the murder of OG Tweezy. Homer and Dame dissect the situation and give their thoughts on what else could be happening.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 14:16:31 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241481</guid><enclosure length="43432017" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7851260_2025-12-10-144000.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the unsealed files surrounding the murder of OG Tweezy. Homer and Dame dissect the situation and give their thoughts on what else could be happening.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the unsealed files surrounding the murder of OG Tweezy. Homer and Dame dissect the situation and give their thoughts on what else could be happening.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the unsealed files surrounding the murder of OG Tweezy. Homer and Dame dissect the situation and give their thoughts on what else could be happening.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:14</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the unsealed files surrounding the murder of OG Tweezy. Homer and Dame dissect the situation and give their thoughts on what else could be happening.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: Love Shouldn't Hurt (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/09/truth-in-the-morning-ho21m7llqm5pywsubads1mnmnco4bsxg</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow sets up the story of a domestic dispute between two people over the weekend, leading to the topic that a lot of times these situations lead to violence and death for one of the parties. Callers join in to give their stories of domestic violence and how to get out of the situation.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:14:54 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241484</guid><enclosure length="45371883" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7849282_2025-12-09-154422.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow sets up the story of a domestic dispute between two people over the weekend, leading to the topic that a lot of times these situations lead to violence and death for one of the parties. Callers join in to give their stories of domestic violence and how to get out of the situation.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow sets up the story of a domestic dispute between two people over the weekend, leading to the topic that a lot of times these situations lead to violence and death for one of the parties. Callers join in to give their stories of domestic viole...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow sets up the story of a domestic dispute between two people over the weekend, leading to the topic that a lot of times these situations lead to violence and death for one of the parties. Callers join in to give their stories of domestic violence and how to get out of the situation.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:15</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow sets up the story of a domestic dispute between two people over the weekend, leading to the topic that a lot of times these situations lead to violence and death for one of the parties. Callers join in to give their stories of domestic violence and how to get out of the situation.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: Does Being Racist Pay? (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/09/truth-in-the-morning-owdj9o34xznr7aodz8ncmnzi6cfpk6hy</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman react to the news that the racist Cinnabon women has raised over 125k dollars. Does being racist pay?&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:08:14 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241486</guid><enclosure length="45319454" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7849086_2025-12-09-141526.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman react to the news that the racist Cinnabon women has raised over 125k dollars. Does being racist pay?&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman react to the news that the racist Cinnabon women has raised over 125k dollars. Does being racist pay?</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman react to the news that the racist Cinnabon women has raised over 125k dollars. Does being racist pay?</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:12</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman react to the news that the racist Cinnabon women has raised over 125k dollars. Does being racist pay?</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: Their Hoods Are Off, and They Don't Care! (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/08/truth-in-the-morning-rhpycbnhhdw2gy7emxmsppgxa0r4eqxq</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about their weekends, give an update on Giannis’ social media purge, and Trump removing MLK Jr. Day and Juneteenth as free days at the countries National Parks. Then Homer and dame discuss the close of SDC in Milwaukee and they ask Truth Nation if black people can hold leadership positions within community driven organizations. Later they talk about Mandela Barnes’ announcing his entrance into the race for Governor of Wisconsin. Then they talk about a racist encounter in Ashwaubenon, where a Cinnabon worker harasses a Somali couple and admits she is a racist. They discuss this and more this morning!&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 15:25:24 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241489</guid><enclosure length="41932554" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7847314_2025-12-08-151214.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about their weekends, give an update on Giannis’ social media purge, and Trump removing MLK Jr. Day and Juneteenth as free days at the countries National Parks. Then Homer and dame discuss the close of SDC in Milwaukee and they ask Truth Nation if black people can hold leadership positions within community driven organizations. Later they talk about Mandela Barnes’ announcing his entrance into the race for Governor of Wisconsin. Then they talk about a racist encounter in Ashwaubenon, where a Cinnabon worker harasses a Somali couple and admits she is a racist. They discuss this and more this morning!&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about their weekends, give an update on Giannis' social media purge, and Trump removing MLK Jr. Day and Juneteenth as free days at the countries National Parks. Then Homer and dame discuss ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about their weekends, give an update on Giannis' social media purge, and Trump removing MLK Jr. Day and Juneteenth as free days at the countries National Parks. Then Homer and dame discuss the close of SDC in Milwaukee and they ask Truth Nation if black people can hold leadership positions within community driven organizations. Later they talk about Mandela Barnes' announcing his entrance into the race for Governor of Wisconsin. Then they talk about a racist encounter in Ashwaubenon, where a Cinnabon worker harasses a Somali couple and admits she is a racist. They discuss this and more this morning!</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>43:40</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about their weekends, give an update on Giannis' social media purge, and Trump removing MLK Jr. Day and Juneteenth as free days at the countries National Parks. Then Homer and dame discuss the close of SDC in Milwaukee and they ask Truth Nation if black people can hold leadership positions within community driven organizations. Later they talk about Mandela Barnes' announcing his entrance into the race for Governor of Wisconsin. Then they talk about a racist encounter in Ashwaubenon, where a Cinnabon worker harasses a Somali couple and admits she is a racist. They discuss this and more this morning!</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: Their Hoods Are Off, and They Don't Care! (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/08/truth-in-the-morning-p9pmf47pgz7qzyokwcdx7s7mionlwl6d</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about their weekends, give an update on Giannis’ social media purge, and Trump removing MLK Jr. Day and Juneteenth as free days at the countries National Parks. Then Homer and dame discuss the close of SDC in Milwaukee and they ask Truth Nation if black people can hold leadership positions within community driven organizations. Later they talk about Mandela Barnes’ announcing his entrance into the race for Governor of Wisconsin. Then they talk about a racist encounter in Ashwaubenon, where a Cinnabon worker harasses a Somali couple and admits she is a racist. They discuss this and more this morning!&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 15:25:24 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241492</guid><enclosure length="45455769" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7847303_2025-12-08-154003.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about their weekends, give an update on Giannis’ social media purge, and Trump removing MLK Jr. Day and Juneteenth as free days at the countries National Parks. 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They discuss this and more this morning!</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: Not In My (Neighbor)hood (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/05/truth-in-the-morning-0lvwqlbanjvhkscndfapxjkkdz5uqol9</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss Milwaukee’s Common Council and their vetoes. Dame breaks down what happened with the city budget, why the Common Council voted no, what role Mayor Cavalier Johnson played in this and if this new budget is actually going to benefit Milwaukeeans. Later, Dame and Homer address the story of a family whose car was stolen along with $300 worth of Christmas gifts. They discuss whether the family is wrong for leaving the gifts in the car and compare the difference between a “hood” and a “neighborhood”.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:32:47 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241495</guid><enclosure length="45571112" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7844821_2025-12-05-163321.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss Milwaukee’s Common Council and their vetoes. Dame breaks down what happened with the city budget, why the Common Council voted no, what role Mayor Cavalier Johnson played in this and if this new budget is actually going to benefit Milwaukeeans. Later, Dame and Homer address the story of a family whose car was stolen along with $300 worth of Christmas gifts. 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They discuss whether the family is wrong for leaving the gifts in the car and compare the difference between a "hood" and a "neighborhood".</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:28</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss Milwaukee's Common Council and their vetoes. Dame breaks down what happened with the city budget, why the Common Council voted no, what role Mayor Cavalier Johnson played in this and if this new budget is actually going to benefit Milwaukeeans. Later, Dame and Homer address the story of a family whose car was stolen along with $300 worth of Christmas gifts. They discuss whether the family is wrong for leaving the gifts in the car and compare the difference between a "hood" and a "neighborhood".</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: You Need To Pay, or You Can’t Stay (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/04/truth-in-the-morning-dfwwmgsnqks0bhdodgdkuaayykshqema</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman brave the cold and share with Truth Nation how to stay warm on this single digit day. Then they discuss the mess with the Housing Authority of Milwaukee and government funding section 8 programs potentially ending in the city. They share their thoughts on who is to blame, the tenants or the landlords. Later, they talk about more government funding being threatened, this time with SNAP and the new data being required to benefit from the assistance program. They also talk about the WI Supreme Court agreeing to hear a case on whether ICE detainers are considered legal. Should Milwaukee’s community be concerned with these crackdowns on immigration? They discuss that and more.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 15:20:49 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241498</guid><enclosure length="41628467" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7842585_2025-12-04-163825.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman brave the cold and share with Truth Nation how to stay warm on this single digit day. Then they discuss the mess with the Housing Authority of Milwaukee and government funding section 8 programs potentially ending in the city. They share their thoughts on who is to blame, the tenants or the landlords. Later, they talk about more government funding being threatened, this time with SNAP and the new data being required to benefit from the assistance program. They also talk about the WI Supreme Court agreeing to hear a case on whether ICE detainers are considered legal. Should Milwaukee’s community be concerned with these crackdowns on immigration? They discuss that and more.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman brave the cold and share with Truth Nation how to stay warm on this single digit day. Then they discuss the mess with the Housing Authority of Milwaukee and government funding section 8 progr...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman brave the cold and share with Truth Nation how to stay warm on this single digit day. Then they discuss the mess with the Housing Authority of Milwaukee and government funding section 8 programs potentially ending in the city. They share their thoughts on who is to blame, the tenants or the landlords. Later, they talk about more government funding being threatened, this time with SNAP and the new data being required to benefit from the assistance program. They also talk about the WI Supreme Court agreeing to hear a case on whether ICE detainers are considered legal. Should Milwaukee's community be concerned with these crackdowns on immigration? They discuss that and more.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>43:21</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman brave the cold and share with Truth Nation how to stay warm on this single digit day. Then they discuss the mess with the Housing Authority of Milwaukee and government funding section 8 programs potentially ending in the city. They share their thoughts on who is to blame, the tenants or the landlords. Later, they talk about more government funding being threatened, this time with SNAP and the new data being required to benefit from the assistance program. They also talk about the WI Supreme Court agreeing to hear a case on whether ICE detainers are considered legal. Should Milwaukee's community be concerned with these crackdowns on immigration? 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They also talk about the WI Supreme Court agreeing to hear a case on whether ICE detainers are considered legal. Should Milwaukee’s community be concerned with these crackdowns on immigration? They discuss that and more.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 15:20:48 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241501</guid><enclosure length="45141196" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7842570_2025-12-04-151110.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman brave the cold and share with Truth Nation how to stay warm on this single digit day. Then they discuss the mess with the Housing Authority of Milwaukee and government funding section 8 programs potentially ending in the city. They share their thoughts on who is to blame, the tenants or the landlords. Later, they talk about more government funding being threatened, this time with SNAP and the new data being required to benefit from the assistance program. They also talk about the WI Supreme Court agreeing to hear a case on whether ICE detainers are considered legal. Should Milwaukee’s community be concerned with these crackdowns on immigration? They discuss that and more.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman brave the cold and share with Truth Nation how to stay warm on this single digit day. Then they discuss the mess with the Housing Authority of Milwaukee and government funding section 8 progr...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman brave the cold and share with Truth Nation how to stay warm on this single digit day. Then they discuss the mess with the Housing Authority of Milwaukee and government funding section 8 programs potentially ending in the city. They share their thoughts on who is to blame, the tenants or the landlords. Later, they talk about more government funding being threatened, this time with SNAP and the new data being required to benefit from the assistance program. They also talk about the WI Supreme Court agreeing to hear a case on whether ICE detainers are considered legal. Should Milwaukee's community be concerned with these crackdowns on immigration? They discuss that and more.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:00</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman brave the cold and share with Truth Nation how to stay warm on this single digit day. Then they discuss the mess with the Housing Authority of Milwaukee and government funding section 8 programs potentially ending in the city. They share their thoughts on who is to blame, the tenants or the landlords. Later, they talk about more government funding being threatened, this time with SNAP and the new data being required to benefit from the assistance program. They also talk about the WI Supreme Court agreeing to hear a case on whether ICE detainers are considered legal. Should Milwaukee's community be concerned with these crackdowns on immigration? They discuss that and more.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: Should Giannis Leave Milwaukee?  (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/03/truth-in-the-morning-sw65ivpuoyslkdu4byysjrexy5xfnbd7</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about Giannis Antetokounmpo “purging” his Instagram of Bucks memories, which makes them wonder if Giannis should leave Milwaukee. They discuss this with Truth Nation, and why our city has invested so much into this franchise and yet so little to our own community. Later, Dame and Homer make parallels between support of elected officials who invest in the community and its programs like in Baltimore and question why Milwaukee does not have the same mentality. Should we take more notes from Baltimore? Are these sports leagues worth more of our money, time, and resources than our own people?&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:12:29 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241504</guid><enclosure length="42152755" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7840579_2025-12-03-162319.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about Giannis Antetokounmpo “purging” his Instagram of Bucks memories, which makes them wonder if Giannis should leave Milwaukee. They discuss this with Truth Nation, and why our city has invested so much into this franchise and yet so little to our own community. Later, Dame and Homer make parallels between support of elected officials who invest in the community and its programs like in Baltimore and question why Milwaukee does not have the same mentality. Should we take more notes from Baltimore? Are these sports leagues worth more of our money, time, and resources than our own people?&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about Giannis Antetokounmpo "purging" his Instagram of Bucks memories, which makes them wonder if Giannis should leave Milwaukee. They discuss this with Truth Nation, and why our city has i...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about Giannis Antetokounmpo "purging" his Instagram of Bucks memories, which makes them wonder if Giannis should leave Milwaukee. They discuss this with Truth Nation, and why our city has invested so much into this franchise and yet so little to our own community. Later, Dame and Homer make parallels between support of elected officials who invest in the community and its programs like in Baltimore and question why Milwaukee does not have the same mentality. Should we take more notes from Baltimore? Are these sports leagues worth more of our money, time, and resources than our own people?</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>43:54</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about Giannis Antetokounmpo "purging" his Instagram of Bucks memories, which makes them wonder if Giannis should leave Milwaukee. They discuss this with Truth Nation, and why our city has invested so much into this franchise and yet so little to our own community. Later, Dame and Homer make parallels between support of elected officials who invest in the community and its programs like in Baltimore and question why Milwaukee does not have the same mentality. Should we take more notes from Baltimore? Are these sports leagues worth more of our money, time, and resources than our own people?</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: Should Giannis Leave Milwaukee? (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/03/truth-in-the-morning-v4zcu7ppgnmetfwrwigdxdsx3zaguuot</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about Giannis Antetokounmpo “purging” his Instagram of Bucks memories, which makes them wonder if Giannis should leave Milwaukee. They discuss this with Truth Nation, and why our city has invested so much into this franchise and yet so little to our own community. Later, Dame and Homer make parallels between support of elected officials who invest in the community and its programs like in Baltimore and question why Milwaukee does not have the same mentality. Should we take more notes from Baltimore? Are these sports leagues worth more of our money, time, and resources than our own people?&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:11:51 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241507</guid><enclosure length="45204111" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7840373_2025-12-03-155713.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about Giannis Antetokounmpo “purging” his Instagram of Bucks memories, which makes them wonder if Giannis should leave Milwaukee. They discuss this with Truth Nation, and why our city has invested so much into this franchise and yet so little to our own community. Later, Dame and Homer make parallels between support of elected officials who invest in the community and its programs like in Baltimore and question why Milwaukee does not have the same mentality. Should we take more notes from Baltimore? Are these sports leagues worth more of our money, time, and resources than our own people?&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about Giannis Antetokounmpo "purging" his Instagram of Bucks memories, which makes them wonder if Giannis should leave Milwaukee. They discuss this with Truth Nation, and why our city has i...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about Giannis Antetokounmpo "purging" his Instagram of Bucks memories, which makes them wonder if Giannis should leave Milwaukee. They discuss this with Truth Nation, and why our city has invested so much into this franchise and yet so little to our own community. Later, Dame and Homer make parallels between support of elected officials who invest in the community and its programs like in Baltimore and question why Milwaukee does not have the same mentality. Should we take more notes from Baltimore? Are these sports leagues worth more of our money, time, and resources than our own people?</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:04</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about Giannis Antetokounmpo "purging" his Instagram of Bucks memories, which makes them wonder if Giannis should leave Milwaukee. They discuss this with Truth Nation, and why our city has invested so much into this franchise and yet so little to our own community. Later, Dame and Homer make parallels between support of elected officials who invest in the community and its programs like in Baltimore and question why Milwaukee does not have the same mentality. Should we take more notes from Baltimore? Are these sports leagues worth more of our money, time, and resources than our own people?</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: Is MAGA Dying? (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/02/truth-in-the-morning-brg8qlikeapwi3deofe0xysfmhki3tbl</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey catch up on the holidays and snow shoveling responsibilities. Then, they discuss the new requirements for citizens to qualify for food assistance programs along with the expiration of Obamacare tax credits. Dame shares his thoughts on Project 25 being linked to the changes in food assistance and healthcare. Later, Dame and Bailey talk about a new ICE processing center coming to the Northwest side of Milwaukee and what it means for the surrounding black neighborhoods. Also, Dame and Bailey address The Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy’s comments on proper airplane etiquette and the administration’s proposed idea to implement a “new civility campaign” for flying. Bailey and Dame share their thoughts on proper attire for planes and where bonnets and pajamas are acceptable.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:36:45 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241511</guid><enclosure length="41764782" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7838467_2025-12-02-155707.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey catch up on the holidays and snow shoveling responsibilities. Then, they discuss the new requirements for citizens to qualify for food assistance programs along with the expiration of Obamacare tax credits. Dame shares his thoughts on Project 25 being linked to the changes in food assistance and healthcare. Later, Dame and Bailey talk about a new ICE processing center coming to the Northwest side of Milwaukee and what it means for the surrounding black neighborhoods. Also, Dame and Bailey address The Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy’s comments on proper airplane etiquette and the administration’s proposed idea to implement a “new civility campaign” for flying. Bailey and Dame share their thoughts on proper attire for planes and where bonnets and pajamas are acceptable.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey catch up on the holidays and snow shoveling responsibilities. Then, they discuss the new requirements for citizens to qualify for food assistance programs along with the expiration of Obamac...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey catch up on the holidays and snow shoveling responsibilities. 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Also, Dame and Bailey address The Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy's comments on proper airplane etiquette and the administration's proposed idea to implement a "new civility campaign" for flying. Bailey and Dame share their thoughts on proper attire for planes and where bonnets and pajamas are acceptable.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: Is MAGA Dying? (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/02/truth-in-the-morning-mr6szeuqxrn5uil28x4iciqgdwhfdbcv</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey catch up on the holidays and snow shoveling responsibilities. Then, they discuss the new requirements for citizens to qualify for food assistance programs along with the expiration of Obamacare tax credits. Dame shares his thoughts on Project 25 being linked to the changes in food assistance and healthcare. Later, Dame and Bailey talk about a new ICE processing center coming to the Northwest side of Milwaukee and what it means for the surrounding black neighborhoods. Also, Dame and Bailey address The Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy’s comments on proper airplane etiquette and the administration’s proposed idea to implement a “new civility campaign” for flying. Bailey and Dame share their thoughts on proper attire for planes and where bonnets and pajamas are acceptable.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:36:42 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241514</guid><enclosure length="44700794" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7838446_2025-12-02-155046.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey catch up on the holidays and snow shoveling responsibilities. Then, they discuss the new requirements for citizens to qualify for food assistance programs along with the expiration of Obamacare tax credits. Dame shares his thoughts on Project 25 being linked to the changes in food assistance and healthcare. Later, Dame and Bailey talk about a new ICE processing center coming to the Northwest side of Milwaukee and what it means for the surrounding black neighborhoods. Also, Dame and Bailey address The Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy’s comments on proper airplane etiquette and the administration’s proposed idea to implement a “new civility campaign” for flying. Bailey and Dame share their thoughts on proper attire for planes and where bonnets and pajamas are acceptable.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey catch up on the holidays and snow shoveling responsibilities. Then, they discuss the new requirements for citizens to qualify for food assistance programs along with the expiration of Obamac...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey catch up on the holidays and snow shoveling responsibilities. 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Also, Dame and Bailey address The Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy's comments on proper airplane etiquette and the administration's proposed idea to implement a "new civility campaign" for flying. Bailey and Dame share their thoughts on proper attire for planes and where bonnets and pajamas are acceptable.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: Foul Play (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/12/01/truth-in-the-morning-okmbmyk4wtpbg0fus1wb1z1as6ukltr1</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss their holiday weekend, the Black Friday boycott and shopping and the winter snowstorm that covered Southeast Wisconsin. Later they give updates on both the extradition of Martell D. Haire back to Wisconsin, and the suicide of Tory Medley. Homer and Bailey chat about mental health being taboo in black communities and also shed light on a tragic mass shooting at a child’s birthday in California.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 15:40:43 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241517</guid><enclosure length="42016440" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7836295_2025-12-01-154835.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss their holiday weekend, the Black Friday boycott and shopping and the winter snowstorm that covered Southeast Wisconsin. Later they give updates on both the extradition of Martell D. Haire back to Wisconsin, and the suicide of Tory Medley. 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Homer and Bailey chat about mental health being taboo in black communities and also shed light on a tragic mass shooting at a child’s birthday in California.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 15:37:35 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241519</guid><enclosure length="45246054" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7836284_2025-12-01-153424.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss their holiday weekend, the Black Friday boycott and shopping and the winter snowstorm that covered Southeast Wisconsin. Later they give updates on both the extradition of Martell D. Haire back to Wisconsin, and the suicide of Tory Medley. 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Homer and Bailey chat about mental health being taboo in black communities and also shed light on a tragic mass shooting at a child's birthday in California.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: They Sold Us a Burger and Only Gave Us a Bun (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/26/truth-in-the-morning-vdpo8s4mgm4vgu55rmuwdr6pllfi2v2i</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey talk about privilege or stupidity as Greenfield Police Officer Jay Johnson faces a second felony charge. Then they discuss a new drug cocktail, Nitazenes that is hitting the streets and is more powerful than fentanyl. Later, they chat about Foxconn taking another state check, this time for $16 million for a new AI data center. Bailey and Dame wonder if they will actually keep their word and create jobs or will Wisconsin be swindled out of money once again.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 16:22:45 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241523</guid><enclosure length="43327160" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7832715_2025-11-26-160915.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey talk about privilege or stupidity as Greenfield Police Officer Jay Johnson faces a second felony charge. Then they discuss a new drug cocktail, Nitazenes that is hitting the streets and is more powerful than fentanyl. Later, they chat about Foxconn taking another state check, this time for $16 million for a new AI data center. 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Bailey and Dame wonder if they will actually keep their word and create jobs or will Wisconsin be swindled out of money once again.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: They Sold Us a Burger and Only Gave Us a Bun (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/26/truth-in-the-morning-8i0cbwl6zwl0nd7p8ls2w0vwhie5xv1u</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey talk about privilege or stupidity as Greenfield Police Officer Jay Johnson faces a second felony charge. Then they discuss a new drug cocktail, Nitazenes that is hitting the streets and is more powerful than fentanyl. Later, they chat about Foxconn taking another state check, this time for $16 million for a new AI data center. Bailey and Dame wonder if they will actually keep their word and create jobs or will Wisconsin be swindled out of money once again.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 16:21:22 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241525</guid><enclosure length="45193625" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7832712_2025-11-26-160312.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey talk about privilege or stupidity as Greenfield Police Officer Jay Johnson faces a second felony charge. Then they discuss a new drug cocktail, Nitazenes that is hitting the streets and is more powerful than fentanyl. Later, they chat about Foxconn taking another state check, this time for $16 million for a new AI data center. 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They share how this will impact Milwaukee’s black communities, how those who’ve abused the system has changed it for everyone, and what this influx of homeless people will mean for the city. Then Homer and Bailey pull from Truth to Power and discuss if it’s necessary for a woman to cook in order to find love.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 15:45:58 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241528</guid><enclosure length="41701867" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7830568_2025-11-25-153908.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss updates in the capture of Morgan Geyser, the Slenderman Killer. They talk about her escape and capture with a 43-year-old Chad Mecca, how coherent Geyser is, and the end of her free will. Later Homer and Bailey talk about the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) redirecting funds from permanent supportive housing to transitional housing programs. They share how this will impact Milwaukee’s black communities, how those who’ve abused the system has changed it for everyone, and what this influx of homeless people will mean for the city. Then Homer and Bailey pull from Truth to Power and discuss if it’s necessary for a woman to cook in order to find love.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss updates in the capture of Morgan Geyser, the Slenderman Killer. They talk about her escape and capture with a 43-year-old Chad Mecca, how coherent Geyser is, and the end of her free w...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss updates in the capture of Morgan Geyser, the Slenderman Killer. 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Then Homer and Bailey pull from Truth to Power and discuss if it's necessary for a woman to cook in order to find love.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: Why Do 10, When You Can Give It to a Friend (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/25/truth-in-the-morning-4avp9bdpmhi96tgeyypu7eur0nmap8xg</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss updates in the capture of Morgan Geyser, the Slenderman Killer. They talk about her escape and capture with a 43-year-old Chad Mecca, how coherent Geyser is, and the end of her free will. Later Homer and Bailey talk about the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) redirecting funds from permanent supportive housing to transitional housing programs. They share how this will impact Milwaukee’s black communities, how those who’ve abused the system has changed it for everyone, and what this influx of homeless people will mean for the city. Then Homer and Bailey pull from Truth to Power and discuss if it’s necessary for a woman to cook in order to find love.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 15:38:22 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241531</guid><enclosure length="45948600" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7830564_2025-11-25-154304.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss updates in the capture of Morgan Geyser, the Slenderman Killer. They talk about her escape and capture with a 43-year-old Chad Mecca, how coherent Geyser is, and the end of her free will. Later Homer and Bailey talk about the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) redirecting funds from permanent supportive housing to transitional housing programs. They share how this will impact Milwaukee’s black communities, how those who’ve abused the system has changed it for everyone, and what this influx of homeless people will mean for the city. Then Homer and Bailey pull from Truth to Power and discuss if it’s necessary for a woman to cook in order to find love.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss updates in the capture of Morgan Geyser, the Slenderman Killer. They talk about her escape and capture with a 43-year-old Chad Mecca, how coherent Geyser is, and the end of her free w...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss updates in the capture of Morgan Geyser, the Slenderman Killer. They talk about her escape and capture with a 43-year-old Chad Mecca, how coherent Geyser is, and the end of her free will. Later Homer and Bailey talk about the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) redirecting funds from permanent supportive housing to transitional housing programs. They share how this will impact Milwaukee's black communities, how those who've abused the system has changed it for everyone, and what this influx of homeless people will mean for the city. Then Homer and Bailey pull from Truth to Power and discuss if it's necessary for a woman to cook in order to find love.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:51</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss updates in the capture of Morgan Geyser, the Slenderman Killer. They talk about her escape and capture with a 43-year-old Chad Mecca, how coherent Geyser is, and the end of her free will. Later Homer and Bailey talk about the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) redirecting funds from permanent supportive housing to transitional housing programs. They share how this will impact Milwaukee's black communities, how those who've abused the system has changed it for everyone, and what this influx of homeless people will mean for the city. Then Homer and Bailey pull from Truth to Power and discuss if it's necessary for a woman to cook in order to find love.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: Begging To Be Oppressed! (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/24/truth-in-the-morning-8eo8regjstcwbqjpq3rxmvtfm3mgboxp</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey recount a deadly November weekend in which four separate homicides were reported. They talk about the weight of this violence ahead of the long holiday weekend, and ask Truth Nation when and how it can end. Later they discuss Marjorie Taylor Greene’s resignation from Congress, and a white man suing Northwestern Mutual for discrimination of a job promotion. Has everyone lost their minds? Why do white Americans want to be oppressed so badly? Homer and Dame discuss.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 15:55:47 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241534</guid><enclosure length="45592084" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7828532_2025-11-24-150632.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey recount a deadly November weekend in which four separate homicides were reported. They talk about the weight of this violence ahead of the long holiday weekend, and ask Truth Nation when and how it can end. Later they discuss Marjorie Taylor Greene’s resignation from Congress, and a white man suing Northwestern Mutual for discrimination of a job promotion. Has everyone lost their minds? Why do white Americans want to be oppressed so badly? 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(Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/24/truth-in-the-morning-plauatb0nzv4ikoqpccdi3sjwaosyqs0</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey recount a deadly November weekend in which four separate homicides were reported. They talk about the weight of this violence ahead of the long holiday weekend, and ask Truth Nation when and how it can end. Later they discuss Marjorie Taylor Greene’s resignation from Congress, and a white man suing Northwestern Mutual for discrimination of a job promotion. Has everyone lost their minds? Why do white Americans want to be oppressed so badly? Homer and Dame discuss.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 15:53:57 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241536</guid><enclosure length="45654999" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7828527_2025-11-24-152427.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey recount a deadly November weekend in which four separate homicides were reported. They talk about the weight of this violence ahead of the long holiday weekend, and ask Truth Nation when and how it can end. Later they discuss Marjorie Taylor Greene’s resignation from Congress, and a white man suing Northwestern Mutual for discrimination of a job promotion. Has everyone lost their minds? Why do white Americans want to be oppressed so badly? Homer and Dame discuss.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey recount a deadly November weekend in which four separate homicides were reported. They talk about the weight of this violence ahead of the long holiday weekend, and ask Truth Nation when and how...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey recount a deadly November weekend in which four separate homicides were reported. They talk about the weight of this violence ahead of the long holiday weekend, and ask Truth Nation when and how it can end. Later they discuss Marjorie Taylor Greene's resignation from Congress, and a white man suing Northwestern Mutual for discrimination of a job promotion. Has everyone lost their minds? Why do white Americans want to be oppressed so badly? Homer and Dame discuss.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:33</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey recount a deadly November weekend in which four separate homicides were reported. They talk about the weight of this violence ahead of the long holiday weekend, and ask Truth Nation when and how it can end. Later they discuss Marjorie Taylor Greene's resignation from Congress, and a white man suing Northwestern Mutual for discrimination of a job promotion. Has everyone lost their minds? Why do white Americans want to be oppressed so badly? Homer and Dame discuss.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: The Kids Are NOT Alright... (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/21/truth-in-the-morning-fcyrb8vigt7f1autbediyeh7rqz6jsv2</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss Milwaukee’s Common Council and Mayor Cavalier Johnson’s back and forth on the city budget and veto of a request for more funding for Milwaukee’s Fire Department. Dame speculates if there is more happening behind the scenes than we think as more and more city officials step down from their roles. Then Dame and Homer share new updates on the Chicago mother who was jumped by a mob of elementary students and her plans to press charges. They discuss what the punishment for these students should be and talk about accountability from parents these days. Does it start at home? Or is it mob mentality? Should the parents get charged too? Dame and Homer talk about it all.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:10:20 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241538</guid><enclosure length="45539655" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7825875_2025-11-21-160515.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss Milwaukee’s Common Council and Mayor Cavalier Johnson’s back and forth on the city budget and veto of a request for more funding for Milwaukee’s Fire Department. Dame speculates if there is more happening behind the scenes than we think as more and more city officials step down from their roles. Then Dame and Homer share new updates on the Chicago mother who was jumped by a mob of elementary students and her plans to press charges. 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Then Dame and Homer share new updates on the Chicago mother who was jumped by a mob of elementary students and her plans to press charges. They discuss what the punishment for these students should be and talk about accountability from parents these days. Does it start at home? Or is it mob mentality? Should the parents get charged too? Dame and Homer talk about it all.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:26</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss Milwaukee's Common Council and Mayor Cavalier Johnson's back and forth on the city budget and veto of a request for more funding for Milwaukee's Fire Department. Dame speculates if there is more happening behind the scenes than we think as more and more city officials step down from their roles. Then Dame and Homer share new updates on the Chicago mother who was jumped by a mob of elementary students and her plans to press charges. They discuss what the punishment for these students should be and talk about accountability from parents these days. Does it start at home? Or is it mob mentality? Should the parents get charged too? Dame and Homer talk about it all.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: The Kids Are NOT Alright... (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/21/truth-in-the-morning-c2wlste6jyufuqsmxlmd4bjuxmr2royu</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss Milwaukee’s Common Council and Mayor Cavalier Johnson’s back and forth on the city budget and veto of a request for more funding for Milwaukee’s Fire Department. Dame speculates if there is more happening behind the scenes than we think as more and more city officials step down from their roles. Then Dame and Homer share new updates on the Chicago mother who was jumped by a mob of elementary students and her plans to press charges. They discuss what the punishment for these students should be and talk about accountability from parents these days. Does it start at home? Or is it mob mentality? Should the parents get charged too? 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Then Dame and Homer share new updates on the Chicago mother who was jumped by a mob of elementary students and her plans to press charges. They discuss what the punishment for these students should be and talk about accountability from parents these days. Does it start at home? Or is it mob mentality? Should the parents get charged too? Dame and Homer talk about it all.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:41</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss Milwaukee's Common Council and Mayor Cavalier Johnson's back and forth on the city budget and veto of a request for more funding for Milwaukee's Fire Department. Dame speculates if there is more happening behind the scenes than we think as more and more city officials step down from their roles. Then Dame and Homer share new updates on the Chicago mother who was jumped by a mob of elementary students and her plans to press charges. They discuss what the punishment for these students should be and talk about accountability from parents these days. Does it start at home? Or is it mob mentality? Should the parents get charged too? Dame and Homer talk about it all.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: Zero Tolerance, Former MPS Teacher Assaults Autistic 5-Year-Old (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/20/truth-in-the-morning-uibmmukpty0pczwamnjyl8m12cwydnwg</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman dissect coffee names and their go-to morning beverages. Then they reflect on the importance of Milwaukee’s history as the Miller High Life Theatre and UWM Panther Arena’s push for historic status. They break down their favorite venues to visit, what these landmarks have meant to the community and the growing changes in Milwaukee’s downtown area. Later, Homer and Bailey, discuss the troubling story of a 5-year-old autistic student assaulted by a former MPS teacher. They explore the responsibilities educators carry, and when to know to step away from a job before many lives are affected. They also talk about solutions like accountability, zero-tolerance policies, and the role of elected officials in protecting students. Then Bailey and Homer break down MATC’s removal of DEI programs and the impact on the institution and its funding.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 15:48:56 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241544</guid><enclosure length="42331013" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7823566_2025-11-20-162506.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman dissect coffee names and their go-to morning beverages. Then they reflect on the importance of Milwaukee’s history as the Miller High Life Theatre and UWM Panther Arena’s push for historic status. They break down their favorite venues to visit, what these landmarks have meant to the community and the growing changes in Milwaukee’s downtown area. Later, Homer and Bailey, discuss the troubling story of a 5-year-old autistic student assaulted by a former MPS teacher. They explore the responsibilities educators carry, and when to know to step away from a job before many lives are affected. They also talk about solutions like accountability, zero-tolerance policies, and the role of elected officials in protecting students. Then Bailey and Homer break down MATC’s removal of DEI programs and the impact on the institution and its funding.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman dissect coffee names and their go-to morning beverages. Then they reflect on the importance of Milwaukee's history as the Miller High Life Theatre and UWM Panther Arena’s push for historic st...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman dissect coffee names and their go-to morning beverages. Then they reflect on the importance of Milwaukee's history as the Miller High Life Theatre and UWM Panther Arena’s push for historic status. They break down their favorite venues to visit, what these landmarks have meant to the community and the growing changes in Milwaukee's downtown area. Later, Homer and Bailey, discuss the troubling story of a 5-year-old autistic student assaulted by a former MPS teacher. They explore the responsibilities educators carry, and when to know to step away from a job before many lives are affected. They also talk about solutions like accountability, zero-tolerance policies, and the role of elected officials in protecting students. Then Bailey and Homer break down MATC’s removal of DEI programs and the impact on the institution and its funding.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>44:05</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman dissect coffee names and their go-to morning beverages. Then they reflect on the importance of Milwaukee's history as the Miller High Life Theatre and UWM Panther Arena’s push for historic status. They break down their favorite venues to visit, what these landmarks have meant to the community and the growing changes in Milwaukee's downtown area. Later, Homer and Bailey, discuss the troubling story of a 5-year-old autistic student assaulted by a former MPS teacher. They explore the responsibilities educators carry, and when to know to step away from a job before many lives are affected. They also talk about solutions like accountability, zero-tolerance policies, and the role of elected officials in protecting students. Then Bailey and Homer break down MATC’s removal of DEI programs and the impact on the institution and its funding.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: Zero Tolerance, Former MPS Teacher Assaults Autistic 5-Year-Old (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/20/truth-in-the-morning-kpjewdxmqgwn6i9imipw0nw0mkujnunh</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman dissect coffee names and their go-to morning beverages. Then they reflect on the importance of Milwaukee’s history as the Miller High Life Theatre and UWM Panther Arena’s push for historic status. They break down their favorite venues to visit, what these landmarks have meant to the community and the growing changes in Milwaukee’s downtown area. Later, Homer and Bailey, discuss the troubling story of a 5-year-old autistic student assaulted by a former MPS teacher. They explore the responsibilities educators carry, and when to know to step away from a job before many lives are affected. They also talk about solutions like accountability, zero-tolerance policies, and the role of elected officials in protecting students. Then Bailey and Homer break down MATC’s removal of DEI programs and the impact on the institution and its funding.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 15:35:16 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241546</guid><enclosure length="44805652" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7823522_2025-11-20-153322.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman dissect coffee names and their go-to morning beverages. Then they reflect on the importance of Milwaukee’s history as the Miller High Life Theatre and UWM Panther Arena’s push for historic status. They break down their favorite venues to visit, what these landmarks have meant to the community and the growing changes in Milwaukee’s downtown area. Later, Homer and Bailey, discuss the troubling story of a 5-year-old autistic student assaulted by a former MPS teacher. They explore the responsibilities educators carry, and when to know to step away from a job before many lives are affected. They also talk about solutions like accountability, zero-tolerance policies, and the role of elected officials in protecting students. Then Bailey and Homer break down MATC’s removal of DEI programs and the impact on the institution and its funding.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman dissect coffee names and their go-to morning beverages. Then they reflect on the importance of Milwaukee's history as the Miller High Life Theatre and UWM Panther Arena’s push for historic st...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman dissect coffee names and their go-to morning beverages. Then they reflect on the importance of Milwaukee's history as the Miller High Life Theatre and UWM Panther Arena’s push for historic status. They break down their favorite venues to visit, what these landmarks have meant to the community and the growing changes in Milwaukee's downtown area. Later, Homer and Bailey, discuss the troubling story of a 5-year-old autistic student assaulted by a former MPS teacher. They explore the responsibilities educators carry, and when to know to step away from a job before many lives are affected. They also talk about solutions like accountability, zero-tolerance policies, and the role of elected officials in protecting students. Then Bailey and Homer break down MATC’s removal of DEI programs and the impact on the institution and its funding.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:39</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman dissect coffee names and their go-to morning beverages. Then they reflect on the importance of Milwaukee's history as the Miller High Life Theatre and UWM Panther Arena’s push for historic status. They break down their favorite venues to visit, what these landmarks have meant to the community and the growing changes in Milwaukee's downtown area. Later, Homer and Bailey, discuss the troubling story of a 5-year-old autistic student assaulted by a former MPS teacher. They explore the responsibilities educators carry, and when to know to step away from a job before many lives are affected. They also talk about solutions like accountability, zero-tolerance policies, and the role of elected officials in protecting students. Then Bailey and Homer break down MATC’s removal of DEI programs and the impact on the institution and its funding.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: Spare the Rod, Spoil the Child (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/19/truth-in-the-morning-kbgwl8nqj13eyuycajfc9aaaxl0aswyk</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about a viral video of a mother and her children being jumped by a mob of elementary school students. Homer and Bailey discuss this horrific scene and wonder what is the best punishment for the perpetrators? Later, they break down different forms of parental discipline from a willow tree switch to taking your child to the jail, Scared Straight style. Lastly, Homer and Bailey play a round of “Name That Race” after news comes out of a man, Les Robinson, who has 70 convictions of theft but only a threat of 3 years of prison. They take it to the YouTube poll and Homer makes a shocking bet. Listen and find out the answer.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 16:15:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241548</guid><enclosure length="41513123" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7821543_2025-11-19-161643.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about a viral video of a mother and her children being jumped by a mob of elementary school students. Homer and Bailey discuss this horrific scene and wonder what is the best punishment for the perpetrators? Later, they break down different forms of parental discipline from a willow tree switch to taking your child to the jail, Scared Straight style. Lastly, Homer and Bailey play a round of “Name That Race” after news comes out of a man, Les Robinson, who has 70 convictions of theft but only a threat of 3 years of prison. They take it to the YouTube poll and Homer makes a shocking bet. Listen and find out the answer.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about a viral video of a mother and her children being jumped by a mob of elementary school students. 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Listen and find out the answer.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: Spare the Rod, Spoil the Child (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/19/truth-in-the-morning-10ygthrkzkzwgn6f2hh4nvbqvgw32i2n</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about a viral video of a mother and her children being jumped by a mob of elementary school students. Homer and Bailey discuss this horrific scene and wonder what is the best punishment for the perpetrators? Later, they break down different forms of parental discipline from a willow tree switch to taking your child to the jail, Scared Straight style. Lastly, Homer and Bailey play a round of “Name That Race” after news comes out of a man, Les Robinson, who has 70 convictions of theft but only a threat of 3 years of prison. They take it to the YouTube poll and Homer makes a shocking bet. Listen and find out the answer.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:59:51 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241552</guid><enclosure length="45078282" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7821540_2025-11-19-161840.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about a viral video of a mother and her children being jumped by a mob of elementary school students. Homer and Bailey discuss this horrific scene and wonder what is the best punishment for the perpetrators? Later, they break down different forms of parental discipline from a willow tree switch to taking your child to the jail, Scared Straight style. Lastly, Homer and Bailey play a round of “Name That Race” after news comes out of a man, Les Robinson, who has 70 convictions of theft but only a threat of 3 years of prison. They take it to the YouTube poll and Homer makes a shocking bet. Listen and find out the answer.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about a viral video of a mother and her children being jumped by a mob of elementary school students. Homer and Bailey discuss this horrific scene and wonder what is the best punishment ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about a viral video of a mother and her children being jumped by a mob of elementary school students. Homer and Bailey discuss this horrific scene and wonder what is the best punishment for the perpetrators? Later, they break down different forms of parental discipline from a willow tree switch to taking your child to the jail, Scared Straight style. Lastly, Homer and Bailey play a round of "Name That Race" after news comes out of a man, Les Robinson, who has 70 convictions of theft but only a threat of 3 years of prison. They take it to the YouTube poll and Homer makes a shocking bet. Listen and find out the answer.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:57</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about a viral video of a mother and her children being jumped by a mob of elementary school students. Homer and Bailey discuss this horrific scene and wonder what is the best punishment for the perpetrators? 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Discuss the morals behind this idea, is it to protect those who use it and encourage healthier diets? Or is this just another tactic to oppress and control poor communities. Later Milwaukee Police Department’s has to pay over $2 million in a settlement after a a man dies in their custody. This is the second hefty settlement this year for their mistakes. Dame and Bailey discuss how we the tax payers will ultimately have to fit the bill while the department is already getting a raise. Does that sound fair? Then, Dame and Bailey talk about the tragic apparent suicide of a black man in Brookfield who was found hanging. They discuss the bias in news coverage surrounding the event, and stigmas around black people dying in this type of manner.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 15:52:08 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241555</guid><enclosure length="44795166" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7819128_2025-11-18-155828.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey start the show discussing a proposed vote to limit what foods citizens can or cannot buy with government food assistance funds. Discuss the morals behind this idea, is it to protect those who use it and encourage healthier diets? Or is this just another tactic to oppress and control poor communities. Later Milwaukee Police Department’s has to pay over $2 million in a settlement after a a man dies in their custody. This is the second hefty settlement this year for their mistakes. Dame and Bailey discuss how we the tax payers will ultimately have to fit the bill while the department is already getting a raise. Does that sound fair? Then, Dame and Bailey talk about the tragic apparent suicide of a black man in Brookfield who was found hanging. They discuss the bias in news coverage surrounding the event, and stigmas around black people dying in this type of manner.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey start the show discussing a proposed vote to limit what foods citizens can or cannot buy with government food assistance funds. Discuss the morals behind this idea, is it to protect those wh...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey start the show discussing a proposed vote to limit what foods citizens can or cannot buy with government food assistance funds. 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Discuss the morals behind this idea, is it to protect those who use it and encourage healthier diets? Or is this just another tactic to oppress and control poor communities. Later Milwaukee Police Department’s has to pay over $2 million in a settlement after a a man dies in their custody. This is the second hefty settlement this year for their mistakes. Dame and Bailey discuss how we the tax payers will ultimately have to foot the bill while the department is already getting a raise. Does that sound fair? Then, Dame and Bailey talk about the tragic apparent suicide of a black man in Brookfield who was found hanging. They discuss the bias in news coverage surrounding the event, and stigmas around black people dying in this type of manner.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 15:51:11 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241558</guid><enclosure length="44920995" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7819126_2025-11-18-152826.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey start the show discussing a proposed vote to limit what foods citizens can or cannot buy with government food assistance funds. Discuss the morals behind this idea, is it to protect those who use it and encourage healthier diets? Or is this just another tactic to oppress and control poor communities. Later Milwaukee Police Department’s has to pay over $2 million in a settlement after a a man dies in their custody. This is the second hefty settlement this year for their mistakes. Dame and Bailey discuss how we the tax payers will ultimately have to foot the bill while the department is already getting a raise. Does that sound fair? Then, Dame and Bailey talk about the tragic apparent suicide of a black man in Brookfield who was found hanging. They discuss the bias in news coverage surrounding the event, and stigmas around black people dying in this type of manner.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey start the show discussing a proposed vote to limit what foods citizens can or cannot buy with government food assistance funds. Discuss the morals behind this idea, is it to protect those wh...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey start the show discussing a proposed vote to limit what foods citizens can or cannot buy with government food assistance funds. 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Dame and Bailey discuss how we the tax payers will ultimately have to foot the bill while the department is already getting a raise. Does that sound fair? Then, Dame and Bailey talk about the tragic apparent suicide of a black man in Brookfield who was found hanging. They discuss the bias in news coverage surrounding the event, and stigmas around black people dying in this type of manner.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: An Eviction Gone Wrong (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/17/truth-in-the-morning-6a3dotueopirnctfml1zwmtm0rskmflx</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss their busy weekends and recap their time at the 2nd Annual Truth Summit. Then later they discuss am eviction gone wrong that related in a homicide. They share details about the victims, a mother and non verbal son, and their own experiences with being conducting evictions. Later they speak to Victor Frasher, Director of Community Engagement for Educators Credit Union for College Month, presented by Associated Bank. They discuss affording college from loans, grants, and FAFSA and the opportunities ECU has to help parents and students receive a higher education.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 15:52:13 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241561</guid><enclosure length="44365250" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7817156_2025-11-17-155456.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss their busy weekends and recap their time at the 2nd Annual Truth Summit. 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They share details about the victims, a mother and non verbal son, and their own experiences with being conducting evictions. Later they speak to Victor Frasher, Director of Community Engagement for Educators Credit Union for College Month, presented by Associated Bank. They discuss affording college from loans, grants, and FAFSA and the opportunities ECU has to help parents and students receive a higher education.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 15:25:03 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241563</guid><enclosure length="45088768" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7817109_2025-11-17-154009.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss their busy weekends and recap their time at the 2nd Annual Truth Summit. Then later they discuss am eviction gone wrong that related in a homicide. They share details about the victims, a mother and non verbal son, and their own experiences with being conducting evictions. Later they speak to Victor Frasher, Director of Community Engagement for Educators Credit Union for College Month, presented by Associated Bank. They discuss affording college from loans, grants, and FAFSA and the opportunities ECU has to help parents and students receive a higher education.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss their busy weekends and recap their time at the 2nd Annual Truth Summit. Then later they discuss am eviction gone wrong that related in a homicide. They share details about the victims, ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss their busy weekends and recap their time at the 2nd Annual Truth Summit. 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One such party results in triple shooting and death of a teenager. Homer and Bailey discuss what the city should do with him. Then it’s Friday and time for “What The Businesses Is”, Homer and Bailey hear from Truth Nation to shout our their very own local businesses. Later we speak to a black owned business, “Loaded Spud”. Later, Homer and Bailey dive into the illness of Sickle Cell and hear from Sickle Cell Warriors of Wisconsin’s Executive Director, Tokara Henry and Therapist and Sickle Cell patient Latoyia Webb.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 15:52:21 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241566</guid><enclosure length="43788533" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7814694_2025-11-14-154234.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman give an update on the serial squatter who has taken over a local business where he hosts illegal parties. One such party results in triple shooting and death of a teenager. Homer and Bailey discuss what the city should do with him. Then it’s Friday and time for “What The Businesses Is”, Homer and Bailey hear from Truth Nation to shout our their very own local businesses. Later we speak to a black owned business, “Loaded Spud”. Later, Homer and Bailey dive into the illness of Sickle Cell and hear from Sickle Cell Warriors of Wisconsin’s Executive Director, Tokara Henry and Therapist and Sickle Cell patient Latoyia Webb.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman give an update on the serial squatter who has taken over a local business where he hosts illegal parties. One such party results in triple shooting and death of a teenager. Homer and Bailey d...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman give an update on the serial squatter who has taken over a local business where he hosts illegal parties. One such party results in triple shooting and death of a teenager. Homer and Bailey discuss what the city should do with him. Then it's Friday and time for "What The Businesses Is", Homer and Bailey hear from Truth Nation to shout our their very own local businesses. Later we speak to a black owned business, "Loaded Spud". Later, Homer and Bailey dive into the illness of Sickle Cell and hear from Sickle Cell Warriors of Wisconsin's Executive Director, Tokara Henry and Therapist and Sickle Cell patient Latoyia Webb.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:37</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman give an update on the serial squatter who has taken over a local business where he hosts illegal parties. One such party results in triple shooting and death of a teenager. Homer and Bailey discuss what the city should do with him. 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Later, Homer and Bailey dive into the illness of Sickle Cell and hear from Sickle Cell Warriors of Wisconsin's Executive Director, Tokara Henry and Therapist and Sickle Cell patient Latoyia Webb.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:22</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman give an update on the serial squatter who has taken over a local business and hosts illegal parties there. One such party results in triple shooting and death of a teenager. Homer and Bailey discuss what the city should do with him. Then it's Friday and time for "What The Businesses Is", Homer and Bailey hear from Truth Nation to shout our their very own local businesses. Later we speak to a black owned business, "Loaded Spud". Later, Homer and Bailey dive into the illness of Sickle Cell and hear from Sickle Cell Warriors of Wisconsin's Executive Director, Tokara Henry and Therapist and Sickle Cell patient Latoyia Webb.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: Processing Grief Together (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/13/truth-in-the-morning-cqjqcat8bmk9atvmqyinuq40f83um3gl</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey speak to Alderman Mark Chambers Jr. about the murder of his 16-year-old nephew Marquis Champion and arrest of the suspect who was finally captured in Oklahoma last night. They discuss how Chambers’ family reacted to the news, how they are healing, and what they expect moving forward in and out of court. Later Dame and Homer take a deep dive into grief. They speak about their own experiences processing and managing grief, the impact of this human emotion and how we as a community can grow together. They are also joined by two grief counselors Quinn and Julian, from the Office of Community Wellness and Safety who share information on the resources the city offers to those who are grieving.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:30:58 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241571</guid><enclosure length="44805652" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7812624_2025-11-13-150424.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey speak to Alderman Mark Chambers Jr. about the murder of his 16-year-old nephew Marquis Champion and arrest of the suspect who was finally captured in Oklahoma last night. They discuss how Chambers’ family reacted to the news, how they are healing, and what they expect moving forward in and out of court. Later Dame and Homer take a deep dive into grief. They speak about their own experiences processing and managing grief, the impact of this human emotion and how we as a community can grow together. They are also joined by two grief counselors Quinn and Julian, from the Office of Community Wellness and Safety who share information on the resources the city offers to those who are grieving.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey speak to Alderman Mark Chambers Jr. about the murder of his 16-year-old nephew Marquis Champion and arrest of the suspect who was finally captured in Oklahoma last night. 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They are also joined by two grief counselors Quinn and Julian, from the Office of Community Wellness and Safety who share information on the resources the city offers to those who are grieving.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:40</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey speak to Alderman Mark Chambers Jr. about the murder of his 16-year-old nephew Marquis Champion and arrest of the suspect who was finally captured in Oklahoma last night. They discuss how Chambers' family reacted to the news, how they are healing, and what they expect moving forward in and out of court. Later Dame and Homer take a deep dive into grief. They speak about their own experiences processing and managing grief, the impact of this human emotion and how we as a community can grow together. They are also joined by two grief counselors Quinn and Julian, from the Office of Community Wellness and Safety who share information on the resources the city offers to those who are grieving.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: Processing Grief Together(Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/13/truth-in-the-morning-hqnqgazb0jk2ox8awntmjuymy1blhuag</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey speak to Alderman Mark Chambers Jr. about the murder of his 16-year-old nephew Marquis Champion and arrest of the suspect who was finally captured in Oklahoma last night. They discuss how Chambers’ family reacted to the news, how they are healing, and what they expect moving forward in and out of court. Later Dame and Homer take a deep dive into grief. They speak about their own experiences processing and managing grief, the impact of this human emotion and how we as a community can grow together. They are also joined by two grief counselors Quinn and Julian, from the Office of Community Wellness and Safety who share information on the resources the city offers to those who are grieving.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:29:02 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241575</guid><enclosure length="44564480" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7812605_2025-11-13-152305.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey speak to Alderman Mark Chambers Jr. about the murder of his 16-year-old nephew Marquis Champion and arrest of the suspect who was finally captured in Oklahoma last night. They discuss how Chambers’ family reacted to the news, how they are healing, and what they expect moving forward in and out of court. Later Dame and Homer take a deep dive into grief. They speak about their own experiences processing and managing grief, the impact of this human emotion and how we as a community can grow together. They are also joined by two grief counselors Quinn and Julian, from the Office of Community Wellness and Safety who share information on the resources the city offers to those who are grieving.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey speak to Alderman Mark Chambers Jr. about the murder of his 16-year-old nephew Marquis Champion and arrest of the suspect who was finally captured in Oklahoma last night. 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They are also joined by two grief counselors Quinn and Julian, from the Office of Community Wellness and Safety who share information on the resources the city offers to those who are grieving.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:25</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey speak to Alderman Mark Chambers Jr. about the murder of his 16-year-old nephew Marquis Champion and arrest of the suspect who was finally captured in Oklahoma last night. They discuss how Chambers' family reacted to the news, how they are healing, and what they expect moving forward in and out of court. Later Dame and Homer take a deep dive into grief. They speak about their own experiences processing and managing grief, the impact of this human emotion and how we as a community can grow together. They are also joined by two grief counselors Quinn and Julian, from the Office of Community Wellness and Safety who share information on the resources the city offers to those who are grieving.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: "Decepticons" (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/12/truth-in-the-morning-brmuzvyiskbi9cgqnii7frqc5i4jxywq</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about domestic violence and after a woman was charged for lighting her significant other. They discuss women being reactionary and choosing violence more often now than finding other alternatives. Later they talk about Target’s new employee policies and discuss their favorite stores and ones they can’t live without.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 15:24:18 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241581</guid><enclosure length="128073072" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7810663_2025-11-12-154403.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about domestic violence and after a woman was charged for lighting her significant other. They discuss women being reactionary and choosing violence more often now than finding other alternatives. Later they talk about Target’s new employee policies and discuss their favorite stores and ones they can’t live without.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about domestic violence and after a woman was charged for lighting her significant other. They discuss women being reactionary and choosing violence more often now than finding other alt...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about domestic violence and after a woman was charged for lighting her significant other. They discuss women being reactionary and choosing violence more often now than finding other alternatives. 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Then they discuss news stories from across the state that DON’T revolve around black people.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 15:12:05 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241598</guid><enclosure length="45162168" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7806836_2025-11-10-150436.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey discuss Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers playing Trump’s game by quickly releasing food assistance funding to Wisconsinites over the weekend before Donald Trump went back on his word. Later, Bailey and Dame discuss the implementation of Project 2025 and if current democrats should start voting independent. 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(Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/07/truth-in-the-morning-knpqyd3ymiuu5eglq9leywmmmd4ngioy</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey, talk about Milwaukee’s double standard when it comes to reporting crime news. They break down the story of Ariel Spillner a pharmacy student who was killed on Milwaukee’s northside this week and the vast amount of news coverage her tragic case has had. They compare it to everyday stories of black citizens being killed and ask Truth Nation to weigh in, is there media bias and racism in our local news coverage? Then, Bailey and Dame discuss the history of Milwaukee’s housing covenants and the systemic racism we don’t see that still affects us to this day. Listen for a very thought provoking Friday episode of Truth in the Morning.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 15:59:47 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241601</guid><enclosure length="43578818" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7804370_2025-11-07-160410.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey, talk about Milwaukee’s double standard when it comes to reporting crime news. They break down the story of Ariel Spillner a pharmacy student who was killed on Milwaukee’s northside this week and the vast amount of news coverage her tragic case has had. They compare it to everyday stories of black citizens being killed and ask Truth Nation to weigh in, is there media bias and racism in our local news coverage? 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They compare it to everyday stories of black citizens being killed and ask Truth Nation to weigh in, is there media bias and racism in our local news coverage? Then, Bailey and Dame discuss the history of Milwaukee's housing covenants and the systemic racism we don't see that still affects us to this day. Listen for a very thought provoking Friday episode of Truth in the Morning.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:23</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey, talk about Milwaukee's double standard when it comes to reporting crime news. They break down the story of Ariel Spillner a pharmacy student who was killed on Milwaukee's northside this week and the vast amount of news coverage her tragic case has had. They compare it to everyday stories of black citizens being killed and ask Truth Nation to weigh in, is there media bias and racism in our local news coverage? Then, Bailey and Dame discuss the history of Milwaukee's housing covenants and the systemic racism we don't see that still affects us to this day. Listen for a very thought provoking Friday episode of Truth in the Morning.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: Does Our Local News Have a Double Standard? (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/07/truth-in-the-morning-qizjvmtqwsvwusbffebgoapi9pb9kflf</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey, talk about Milwaukee’s double standard when it comes to reporting crime news. They break down the story of Ariel Spillner a pharmacy student who was killed on Milwaukee’s northside this week and the vast amount of news coverage her tragic case has had. They compare it to everyday stories of black citizens being killed and ask Truth Nation to weigh in, is there media bias and racism in our local news coverage? Then, Bailey and Dame discuss the history of Milwaukee’s housing covenants and the systemic racism we don’t see that still affects us to this day. Listen for a very thought provoking Friday episode of Truth in the Morning.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 15:47:26 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241604</guid><enclosure length="44900024" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7804350_2025-11-07-161650.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey, talk about Milwaukee’s double standard when it comes to reporting crime news. They break down the story of Ariel Spillner a pharmacy student who was killed on Milwaukee’s northside this week and the vast amount of news coverage her tragic case has had. They compare it to everyday stories of black citizens being killed and ask Truth Nation to weigh in, is there media bias and racism in our local news coverage? Then, Bailey and Dame discuss the history of Milwaukee’s housing covenants and the systemic racism we don’t see that still affects us to this day. Listen for a very thought provoking Friday episode of Truth in the Morning.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey, talk about Milwaukee's double standard when it comes to reporting crime news. They break down the story of Ariel Spillner a pharmacy student who was killed on Milwaukee's northside this wee...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey, talk about Milwaukee's double standard when it comes to reporting crime news. They break down the story of Ariel Spillner a pharmacy student who was killed on Milwaukee's northside this week and the vast amount of news coverage her tragic case has had. They compare it to everyday stories of black citizens being killed and ask Truth Nation to weigh in, is there media bias and racism in our local news coverage? Then, Bailey and Dame discuss the history of Milwaukee's housing covenants and the systemic racism we don't see that still affects us to this day. Listen for a very thought provoking Friday episode of Truth in the Morning.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:46</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey, talk about Milwaukee's double standard when it comes to reporting crime news. They break down the story of Ariel Spillner a pharmacy student who was killed on Milwaukee's northside this week and the vast amount of news coverage her tragic case has had. They compare it to everyday stories of black citizens being killed and ask Truth Nation to weigh in, is there media bias and racism in our local news coverage? Then, Bailey and Dame discuss the history of Milwaukee's housing covenants and the systemic racism we don't see that still affects us to this day. Listen for a very thought provoking Friday episode of Truth in the Morning.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>11/6/25: Can One Tragedy Define Milwaukee’s Black Community?</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/06/truth-in-the-morning-7vho1kzwath9dby4rjg1b9ixytrwglvt</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth to Power, Kyle Wallace talks about a tragic killing on Milwaukee’s Northside which sparked citywide and online debate. But Kyle questions how the location of a white woman’s death can result in racism and a skewed perception of our cities black community. Then later, Kyle claps back at Dr. Ken for the comments Kyle made during yesterday’s show. Kyle takes the moment to school Truth Nation on the differences between communism and socialism, and how the later has had proven results of working, even right here in Milwaukee.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 19:09:49 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241607</guid><enclosure length="45613056" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7802826_2025-11-06-195026.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth to Power, Kyle Wallace talks about a tragic killing on Milwaukee’s Northside which sparked citywide and online debate. But Kyle questions how the location of a white woman’s death can result in racism and a skewed perception of our cities black community. Then later, Kyle claps back at Dr. Ken for the comments Kyle made during yesterday’s show. Kyle takes the moment to school Truth Nation on the differences between communism and socialism, and how the later has had proven results of working, even right here in Milwaukee.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth to Power, Kyle Wallace talks about a tragic killing on Milwaukee’s Northside which sparked citywide and online debate. But Kyle questions how the location of a white woman's death can result in racism and a skewed perception of our citie...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth to Power, Kyle Wallace talks about a tragic killing on Milwaukee’s Northside which sparked citywide and online debate. But Kyle questions how the location of a white woman's death can result in racism and a skewed perception of our cities black community. Then later, Kyle claps back at Dr. Ken for the comments Kyle made during yesterday's show. Kyle takes the moment to school Truth Nation on the differences between communism and socialism, and how the later has had proven results of working, even right here in Milwaukee.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:30</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth to Power, Kyle Wallace talks about a tragic killing on Milwaukee’s Northside which sparked citywide and online debate. But Kyle questions how the location of a white woman's death can result in racism and a skewed perception of our cities black community. Then later, Kyle claps back at Dr. Ken for the comments Kyle made during yesterday's show. Kyle takes the moment to school Truth Nation on the differences between communism and socialism, and how the later has had proven results of working, even right here in Milwaukee.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: Shutdowns, Serial Squatters &amp; Spirit Airlines</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/06/truth-in-the-morning-fjv9f44tsx1nrow3c2v5eqyod7e0roqt</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey follow up on the ripple effects of the government shutdown. They discuss Spirit Airlines removing their flights from Milwaukee International Airport. and the president denying a 50% discount for SNAP/EBT food assistance programs at groceries stores. Then, they discuss a serial squatter who is being held responsible for the death of 19-year-old Jarvis Willis at a unsanctioned party. Later, the duo mention Sherwin Hughes’ topic of whether you should or shouldn’t share your location with your spouse and Dame has a lot to say on the matter.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 15:57:04 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241610</guid><enclosure length="44753223" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7802279_2025-11-06-150719.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey follow up on the ripple effects of the government shutdown. They discuss Spirit Airlines removing their flights from Milwaukee International Airport. and the president denying a 50% discount for SNAP/EBT food assistance programs at groceries stores. Then, they discuss a serial squatter who is being held responsible for the death of 19-year-old Jarvis Willis at a unsanctioned party. Later, the duo mention Sherwin Hughes’ topic of whether you should or shouldn’t share your location with your spouse and Dame has a lot to say on the matter.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey follow up on the ripple effects of the government shutdown. They discuss Spirit Airlines removing their flights from Milwaukee International Airport. and the president denying a 50% discount for...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey follow up on the ripple effects of the government shutdown. They discuss Spirit Airlines removing their flights from Milwaukee International Airport. and the president denying a 50% discount for SNAP/EBT food assistance programs at groceries stores. Then, they discuss a serial squatter who is being held responsible for the death of 19-year-old Jarvis Willis at a unsanctioned party. Later, the duo mention Sherwin Hughes' topic of whether you should or shouldn't share your location with your spouse and Dame has a lot to say on the matter.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:37</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey follow up on the ripple effects of the government shutdown. They discuss Spirit Airlines removing their flights from Milwaukee International Airport. and the president denying a 50% discount for SNAP/EBT food assistance programs at groceries stores. Then, they discuss a serial squatter who is being held responsible for the death of 19-year-old Jarvis Willis at a unsanctioned party. Later, the duo mention Sherwin Hughes' topic of whether you should or shouldn't share your location with your spouse and Dame has a lot to say on the matter.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: Shutdowns, Serial Squatters &amp; Spirit Airlines</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/06/truth-in-the-morning-s2jdzue9jxn0xsogs29spxtwbd6o5kwj</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey follow up on the ripple effects of the government shutdown. They discuss Spirit Airlines removing their flights from Milwaukee International Airport. and the president denying a 50% discount for SNAP/EBT food assistance programs at groceries stores. Then, they discuss a serial squatter who is being held responsible for the death of 19-year-old Jarvis Willis at a unsanctioned party. Later, the duo mention Sherwin Hughes’ topic of whether you should or shouldn’t share your location with your spouse and Dame has a lot to say on the matter.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 15:52:44 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241613</guid><enclosure length="44700794" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7802277_2025-11-06-154717.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey follow up on the ripple effects of the government shutdown. They discuss Spirit Airlines removing their flights from Milwaukee International Airport. and the president denying a 50% discount for SNAP/EBT food assistance programs at groceries stores. Then, they discuss a serial squatter who is being held responsible for the death of 19-year-old Jarvis Willis at a unsanctioned party. Later, the duo mention Sherwin Hughes’ topic of whether you should or shouldn’t share your location with your spouse and Dame has a lot to say on the matter.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey follow up on the ripple effects of the government shutdown. They discuss Spirit Airlines removing their flights from Milwaukee International Airport. and the president denying a 50% discount for...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey follow up on the ripple effects of the government shutdown. They discuss Spirit Airlines removing their flights from Milwaukee International Airport. and the president denying a 50% discount for SNAP/EBT food assistance programs at groceries stores. Then, they discuss a serial squatter who is being held responsible for the death of 19-year-old Jarvis Willis at a unsanctioned party. Later, the duo mention Sherwin Hughes' topic of whether you should or shouldn't share your location with your spouse and Dame has a lot to say on the matter.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:33</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey follow up on the ripple effects of the government shutdown. They discuss Spirit Airlines removing their flights from Milwaukee International Airport. and the president denying a 50% discount for SNAP/EBT food assistance programs at groceries stores. Then, they discuss a serial squatter who is being held responsible for the death of 19-year-old Jarvis Willis at a unsanctioned party. Later, the duo mention Sherwin Hughes' topic of whether you should or shouldn't share your location with your spouse and Dame has a lot to say on the matter.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: Do We Need MORE Prisons in Wisconsin? (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/05/truth-in-the-morning-q5d2zdl343ismwlq2kcg7sudmjk1hbzm</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey break down election results from New York, New Jersey, and California before diving into Milwaukee’s reckless driving crisis, from the city’s plan to impound cars for first time reckless driving offenders to the streets most affected like Capital and Layton. Then, they shift gears to Governor Tony Evers’ $500 million bipartisan prison reform proposal. Should Wisconsin build more prisons? Truth Nation weighs in as Homer and Bailey unpack the public’s response and share and give their two cents.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 15:37:38 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241616</guid><enclosure length="42939187" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7800257_2025-11-05-155557.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey break down election results from New York, New Jersey, and California before diving into Milwaukee’s reckless driving crisis, from the city’s plan to impound cars for first time reckless driving offenders to the streets most affected like Capital and Layton. Then, they shift gears to Governor Tony Evers’ $500 million bipartisan prison reform proposal. Should Wisconsin build more prisons? Truth Nation weighs in as Homer and Bailey unpack the public’s response and share and give their two cents.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey break down election results from New York, New Jersey, and California before diving into Milwaukee’s reckless driving crisis, from the city’s plan to impound cars for first time reckless driving offenders to the streets most affected l...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey break down election results from New York, New Jersey, and California before diving into Milwaukee’s reckless driving crisis, from the city’s plan to impound cars for first time reckless driving offenders to the streets most affected like Capital and Layton. Then, they shift gears to Governor Tony Evers’ $500 million bipartisan prison reform proposal. Should Wisconsin build more prisons? Truth Nation weighs in as Homer and Bailey unpack the public’s response and share and give their two cents.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>44:43</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey break down election results from New York, New Jersey, and California before diving into Milwaukee’s reckless driving crisis, from the city’s plan to impound cars for first time reckless driving offenders to the streets most affected like Capital and Layton. Then, they shift gears to Governor Tony Evers’ $500 million bipartisan prison reform proposal. Should Wisconsin build more prisons? Truth Nation weighs in as Homer and Bailey unpack the public’s response and share and give their two cents.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: Do We Need MORE Prisons in Wisconsin? (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/05/truth-in-the-morning-yrlnu9c8rttogfs1dpj5tvfha0c8wtz2</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey break down election results from New York, New Jersey, and California before diving into Milwaukee’s reckless driving crisis, from the city’s plan to impound cars for first time reckless driving offenders to the streets most affected like Capital and Layton. Then, they shift gears to Governor Tony Evers’ $500 million bipartisan prison reform proposal. Should Wisconsin build more prisons? Truth Nation weighs in as Homer and Bailey unpack the public’s response and share and give their two cents.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 15:36:44 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241619</guid><enclosure length="44134563" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7800227_2025-11-05-150727.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Bailey break down election results from New York, New Jersey, and California before diving into Milwaukee’s reckless driving crisis, from the city’s plan to impound cars for first time reckless driving offenders to the streets most affected like Capital and Layton. Then, they shift gears to Governor Tony Evers’ $500 million bipartisan prison reform proposal. Should Wisconsin build more prisons? Truth Nation weighs in as Homer and Bailey unpack the public’s response and share and give their two cents.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Bailey break down election results from New York, New Jersey, and California before diving into Milwaukee’s reckless driving crisis, from the city’s plan to impound cars for first time reckless driving offenders to the streets most affected l...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Bailey break down election results from New York, New Jersey, and California before diving into Milwaukee’s reckless driving crisis, from the city’s plan to impound cars for first time reckless driving offenders to the streets most affected like Capital and Layton. Then, they shift gears to Governor Tony Evers’ $500 million bipartisan prison reform proposal. Should Wisconsin build more prisons? Truth Nation weighs in as Homer and Bailey unpack the public’s response and share and give their two cents.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:57</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Bailey break down election results from New York, New Jersey, and California before diving into Milwaukee’s reckless driving crisis, from the city’s plan to impound cars for first time reckless driving offenders to the streets most affected like Capital and Layton. Then, they shift gears to Governor Tony Evers’ $500 million bipartisan prison reform proposal. Should Wisconsin build more prisons? Truth Nation weighs in as Homer and Bailey unpack the public’s response and share and give their two cents.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: Is AI Stealing Our Jobs? (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/04/truth-in-the-morning-waqzgvv4kl4y28eyb9fhvifulhampmk7</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman chatted about a double homicide at a restaurant in Racine. They talk about the growing amount of gun violence in Southeast Wisconsin. Later, they discuss a new grooming bill being introduced by Republican lawmakers. They discuss the pros of the bill, how parenting also makes an impact, and other ways we can protect our children from predators. Then Homer and Bailey discuss the major layoffs taking place throughout Milwaukee and ask Truth Nation if this is due to AI or the economy, and how AI is impacting our day-to-day lives.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 15:18:24 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241623</guid><enclosure length="43316674" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7797545_2025-11-04-151845.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman chatted about a double homicide at a restaurant in Racine. They talk about the growing amount of gun violence in Southeast Wisconsin. Later, they discuss a new grooming bill being introduced by Republican lawmakers. They discuss the pros of the bill, how parenting also makes an impact, and other ways we can protect our children from predators. 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Then Homer and Bailey discuss the major layoffs taking place throughout Milwaukee and ask Truth Nation if this is due to AI or the economy, and how AI is impacting our day-to-day lives.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:07</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman chatted about a double homicide at a restaurant in Racine. They talk about the growing amount of gun violence in Southeast Wisconsin. Later, they discuss a new grooming bill being introduced by Republican lawmakers. They discuss the pros of the bill, how parenting also makes an impact, and other ways we can protect our children from predators. Then Homer and Bailey discuss the major layoffs taking place throughout Milwaukee and ask Truth Nation if this is due to AI or the economy, and how AI is impacting our day-to-day lives.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: Is AI Stealing Our Jobs? (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/04/truth-in-the-morning-szi9g9sl5l9hw2fmtbeliycvjyuxubvx</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman chatted about a double homicide at a restaurant in Racine. They talk about the growing amount of gun violence in Southeast Wisconsin. Later, they discuss a new grooming bill being introduced by Republican lawmakers. They discuss the pros of the bill, how parenting also makes an impact, and other ways we can protect our children from predators. Then Homer and Bailey discuss the major layoffs taking place throughout Milwaukee and ask Truth Nation if this is due to AI or the economy, and how AI is impacting our day-to-day lives.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 15:08:37 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241625</guid><enclosure length="44658851" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7797540_2025-11-04-150340.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman chatted about a double homicide at a restaurant in Racine. They talk about the growing amount of gun violence in Southeast Wisconsin. Later, they discuss a new grooming bill being introduced by Republican lawmakers. They discuss the pros of the bill, how parenting also makes an impact, and other ways we can protect our children from predators. Then Homer and Bailey discuss the major layoffs taking place throughout Milwaukee and ask Truth Nation if this is due to AI or the economy, and how AI is impacting our day-to-day lives.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman chatted about a double homicide at a restaurant in Racine. They talk about the growing amount of gun violence in Southeast Wisconsin. Later, they discuss a new grooming bill being introduced ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman chatted about a double homicide at a restaurant in Racine. They talk about the growing amount of gun violence in Southeast Wisconsin. Later, they discuss a new grooming bill being introduced by Republican lawmakers. They discuss the pros of the bill, how parenting also makes an impact, and other ways we can protect our children from predators. Then Homer and Bailey discuss the major layoffs taking place throughout Milwaukee and ask Truth Nation if this is due to AI or the economy, and how AI is impacting our day-to-day lives.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:31</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman chatted about a double homicide at a restaurant in Racine. They talk about the growing amount of gun violence in Southeast Wisconsin. Later, they discuss a new grooming bill being introduced by Republican lawmakers. They discuss the pros of the bill, how parenting also makes an impact, and other ways we can protect our children from predators. Then Homer and Bailey discuss the major layoffs taking place throughout Milwaukee and ask Truth Nation if this is due to AI or the economy, and how AI is impacting our day-to-day lives.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: Triple Shooting and Wisconsin's Gun Legislation (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/11/03/truth-in-the-morning-hctcxqgbhpifn0rqmokxnwleshtedqvi</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about a triple shooting over the weekend that took the life of an 18-year-old Milwaukee teen and injured to others. They discuss gun violence in the city, the closing of community establishments based on violence, Wisconsin’s newly proposed Republican lead gun legislation and Trump’s tanking approval rating.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 15:33:20 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241628</guid><enclosure length="44533022" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7795589_2025-11-03-152329.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about a triple shooting over the weekend that took the life of an 18-year-old Milwaukee teen and injured to others. 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They discuss gun violence in the city, the closing of community establishments based on violence, Wisconsin's newly proposed Republican lead gun legislation and Trump's tanking approval rating.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:23</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about a triple shooting over the weekend that took the life of an 18-year-old Milwaukee teen and injured to others. 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They discuss gun violence in the city, the closing of community establishments based on violence, Wisconsin’s newly proposed Republican led gun legislation, and Trump’s tanking approval rating.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 15:29:26 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241631</guid><enclosure length="44753223" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7795585_2025-11-03-151925.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about a triple shooting over the weekend that took the life of an 18-year-old Milwaukee teen and injured two others. They discuss gun violence in the city, the closing of community establishments based on violence, Wisconsin’s newly proposed Republican led gun legislation, and Trump’s tanking approval rating.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about a triple shooting over the weekend that took the life of an 18-year-old Milwaukee teen and injured two others. They discuss gun violence in the city, the closing of community establis...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about a triple shooting over the weekend that took the life of an 18-year-old Milwaukee teen and injured two others. They discuss gun violence in the city, the closing of community establishments based on violence, Wisconsin's newly proposed Republican led gun legislation, and Trump's tanking approval rating.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:37</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about a triple shooting over the weekend that took the life of an 18-year-old Milwaukee teen and injured two others. They discuss gun violence in the city, the closing of community establishments based on violence, Wisconsin's newly proposed Republican led gun legislation, and Trump's tanking approval rating.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: SNAPPING Into Action (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/31/truth-in-the-morning-6kpbnsajqh4xvzscvhoou6bhwxsffa4p</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Truth In The Morning with Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey on a jam packed Friday.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 14:20:47 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241634</guid><enclosure length="45749370" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7790569_2025-10-31-143509.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Truth In The Morning with Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey on a jam packed Friday.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Truth In The Morning with Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey on a jam packed Friday.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Truth In The Morning with Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey on a jam packed Friday.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:39</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Truth In The Morning with Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey on a jam packed Friday.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: Big Winner (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/31/truth-in-the-morning-dyanz6rdhrixulg3exgg5jrjbmdkr7qh</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Truth In The Morning with Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey. 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With over half of MPS students relying on SNAP benefits—and many getting their only meal at school—the hosts dive into the teacher’s union’s call for food donations. They react to emotional clips of single mothers bracing for SNAP cuts and Mayor Johnson’s citywide food drive. Dame closes the show with a powerful call to unity, channeling Fred Hampton’s spirit to urge listeners across income lines to come together and feed the community.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 14:27:44 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241640</guid><enclosure length="44753223" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7788499_2025-10-30-144539.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey take the Thursday mic to tackle a growing crisis: food insecurity in Milwaukee. With over half of MPS students relying on SNAP benefits—and many getting their only meal at school—the hosts dive into the teacher’s union’s call for food donations. They react to emotional clips of single mothers bracing for SNAP cuts and Mayor Johnson’s citywide food drive. Dame closes the show with a powerful call to unity, channeling Fred Hampton’s spirit to urge listeners across income lines to come together and feed the community.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey take the Thursday mic to tackle a growing crisis: food insecurity in Milwaukee. With over half of MPS students relying on SNAP benefits—and many getting their only meal at school—the hosts dive into the teacher’s union’s ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey take the Thursday mic to tackle a growing crisis: food insecurity in Milwaukee. 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They react to emotional clips of single mothers bracing for SNAP cuts and Mayor Johnson’s citywide food drive. Dame closes the show with a powerful call to unity, channeling Fred Hampton’s spirit to urge listeners across income lines to come together and feed the community.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: One Missed Check (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/30/truth-in-the-morning-ovkbkwwtfkhmlig6qxdbwidm5ierc0gt</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey keep the conversation going with a raw look at economic vulnerability. Dame reflects on his past job and how close many are to financial collapse—just one missed paycheck away. The discussion shifts to Milwaukee’s aggressive ticketing system and the city’s push to collect. Callers weigh in on The Hop, Milwaukee’s streetcar, and Bailey draws a comparison to Seattle’s once-small monorail. Dame closes with a reality check: if Seattle took 30 years to expand, Milwaukee might not see real transit growth until 2053.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 14:24:45 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241644</guid><enclosure length="46934261" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7788491_2025-10-30-141731.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey keep the conversation going with a raw look at economic vulnerability. Dame reflects on his past job and how close many are to financial collapse—just one missed paycheck away. The discussion shifts to Milwaukee’s aggressive ticketing system and the city’s push to collect. Callers weigh in on The Hop, Milwaukee’s streetcar, and Bailey draws a comparison to Seattle’s once-small monorail. Dame closes with a reality check: if Seattle took 30 years to expand, Milwaukee might not see real transit growth until 2053.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey keep the conversation going with a raw look at economic vulnerability. Dame reflects on his past job and how close many are to financial collapse—just one missed paycheck away. The discussion shifts to Milwaukee’s aggress...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey keep the conversation going with a raw look at economic vulnerability. Dame reflects on his past job and how close many are to financial collapse—just one missed paycheck away. The discussion shifts to Milwaukee’s aggressive ticketing system and the city’s push to collect. Callers weigh in on The Hop, Milwaukee’s streetcar, and Bailey draws a comparison to Seattle’s once-small monorail. Dame closes with a reality check: if Seattle took 30 years to expand, Milwaukee might not see real transit growth until 2053.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:52</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey keep the conversation going with a raw look at economic vulnerability. Dame reflects on his past job and how close many are to financial collapse—just one missed paycheck away. The discussion shifts to Milwaukee’s aggressive ticketing system and the city’s push to collect. Callers weigh in on The Hop, Milwaukee’s streetcar, and Bailey draws a comparison to Seattle’s once-small monorail. Dame closes with a reality check: if Seattle took 30 years to expand, Milwaukee might not see real transit growth until 2053.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: This President Is NOT for the People (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/29/truth-in-the-morning-yxxtkmsiqcokpmiiytapyg9wy8wcx761</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey dive deep into what’s happening in our community. From vital resources like food pantries, local programs, and hotlines for families impacted by the end of SNAP benefit to a heated discussion on Milwaukee’s city budget and why the Fire Department is pushing hard for more funding to replace aging equipment. It’s a real talk session about the issues that matter, the people working to make change, and what we can all do to stay informed and involved.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 14:54:04 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241648</guid><enclosure length="44155535" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7786512_2025-10-29-154612.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey dive deep into what’s happening in our community. From vital resources like food pantries, local programs, and hotlines for families impacted by the end of SNAP benefit to a heated discussion on Milwaukee’s city budget and why the Fire Department is pushing hard for more funding to replace aging equipment. 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It’s a real talk session about the issues that matter, the people working to make change, and what we can all do to stay informed and involved.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: This President Is NOT for the People (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/29/truth-in-the-morning-77rv5bp0v8ipsivq8wvfwxegzd6ljetb</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey dive deep into what’s happening in our community. From vital resources like food pantries, local programs, and hotlines for families impacted by the end of SNAP benefit to a heated discussion on Milwaukee’s city budget and why the Fire Department is pushing hard for more funding to replace aging equipment. It’s a real talk session about the issues that matter, the people working to make change, and what we can all do to stay informed and involved.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 14:33:04 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241651</guid><enclosure length="45371883" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7786469_2025-10-29-140809.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey dive deep into what’s happening in our community. From vital resources like food pantries, local programs, and hotlines for families impacted by the end of SNAP benefit to a heated discussion on Milwaukee’s city budget and why the Fire Department is pushing hard for more funding to replace aging equipment. 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It’s a real talk session about the issues that matter, the people working to make change, and what we can all do to stay informed and involved.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:14</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey dive deep into what’s happening in our community. From vital resources like food pantries, local programs, and hotlines for families impacted by the end of SNAP benefit to a heated discussion on Milwaukee’s city budget and why the Fire Department is pushing hard for more funding to replace aging equipment. It’s a real talk session about the issues that matter, the people working to make change, and what we can all do to stay informed and involved.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: Why Do We Have Selective Outrage When It Comes to These Predators (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/28/truth-in-the-morning-ya6z8uqmcpx111asc6rrawalvm81iypl</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about those in the Caribbean bracing for the category 5 Hurricane Melissa. Then, they speak on the manhunt for Montell D. Haire, a predator and alleged suspect in the murder of the 16-year-old Marquis L.D. Champion, the nephew of Alderman Mark Chambers Jr. Homer and Dame share the heartbreaking details of his first arrest from sexually assaulting his child, how his release from jail divided the community, and his new charge. Homer and Dame point out the “selective outrage” we see amongst our community and ask Truth Nation how do we protect our innocent when we protect their predators. Later, Dame and Homer speak to Sarah Neubauer, Community Engagement Manager for Potawatomi about their upcoming charity event and program Heart of Canal Street. They also share news about EBT/SNAP benefits and what Wisconsinites should know before the program expires.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 15:07:41 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241655</guid><enclosure length="44312821" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7784377_2025-10-28-151717.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about those in the Caribbean bracing for the category 5 Hurricane Melissa. Then, they speak on the manhunt for Montell D. Haire, a predator and alleged suspect in the murder of the 16-year-old Marquis L.D. Champion, the nephew of Alderman Mark Chambers Jr. Homer and Dame share the heartbreaking details of his first arrest from sexually assaulting his child, how his release from jail divided the community, and his new charge. Homer and Dame point out the “selective outrage” we see amongst our community and ask Truth Nation how do we protect our innocent when we protect their predators. Later, Dame and Homer speak to Sarah Neubauer, Community Engagement Manager for Potawatomi about their upcoming charity event and program Heart of Canal Street. They also share news about EBT/SNAP benefits and what Wisconsinites should know before the program expires.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about those in the Caribbean bracing for the category 5 Hurricane Melissa. Then, they speak on the manhunt for Montell D. Haire, a predator and alleged suspect in the murder of the 16-year-...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about those in the Caribbean bracing for the category 5 Hurricane Melissa. Then, they speak on the manhunt for Montell D. Haire, a predator and alleged suspect in the murder of the 16-year-old Marquis L.D. Champion, the nephew of Alderman Mark Chambers Jr. Homer and Dame share the heartbreaking details of his first arrest from sexually assaulting his child, how his release from jail divided the community, and his new charge. Homer and Dame point out the "selective outrage" we see amongst our community and ask Truth Nation how do we protect our innocent when we protect their predators. Later, Dame and Homer speak to Sarah Neubauer, Community Engagement Manager for Potawatomi about their upcoming charity event and program Heart of Canal Street. They also share news about EBT/SNAP benefits and what Wisconsinites should know before the program expires.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:09</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about those in the Caribbean bracing for the category 5 Hurricane Melissa. Then, they speak on the manhunt for Montell D. Haire, a predator and alleged suspect in the murder of the 16-year-old Marquis L.D. Champion, the nephew of Alderman Mark Chambers Jr. Homer and Dame share the heartbreaking details of his first arrest from sexually assaulting his child, how his release from jail divided the community, and his new charge. Homer and Dame point out the "selective outrage" we see amongst our community and ask Truth Nation how do we protect our innocent when we protect their predators. Later, Dame and Homer speak to Sarah Neubauer, Community Engagement Manager for Potawatomi about their upcoming charity event and program Heart of Canal Street. They also share news about EBT/SNAP benefits and what Wisconsinites should know before the program expires.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: Why Do We Have Selective Outrage When It Comes to These Predators (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/28/truth-in-the-morning-us1uulf4umaox6qvly2viafhejmpw2vs</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about those in the Caribbean bracing for the category 5 Hurricane Melissa. Then, they speak on the manhunt for Montell D. Haire, a predator and alleged suspect in the murder of the 16-year-old Marquis L.D. Champion, the nephew of Alderman Mark Chambers Jr. Homer and Dame share the heartbreaking details of his first arrest from sexually assaulting his child, how his release from jail divided the community, and his new charge. Homer and Dame point out the “selective outrage” we see amongst our community and ask Truth Nation how do we protect our innocent when we protect their predators. Later, Dame and Homer speak to Sarah Neubauer, Community Engagement Manager for Potawatomi about their upcoming charity event and program Heart of Canal Street. They also share news about EBT/SNAP benefits and what Wisconsinites should know before the program expires.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 14:53:06 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241658</guid><enclosure length="45025853" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7784352_2025-10-28-154352.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about those in the Caribbean bracing for the category 5 Hurricane Melissa. Then, they speak on the manhunt for Montell D. Haire, a predator and alleged suspect in the murder of the 16-year-old Marquis L.D. Champion, the nephew of Alderman Mark Chambers Jr. Homer and Dame share the heartbreaking details of his first arrest from sexually assaulting his child, how his release from jail divided the community, and his new charge. Homer and Dame point out the “selective outrage” we see amongst our community and ask Truth Nation how do we protect our innocent when we protect their predators. Later, Dame and Homer speak to Sarah Neubauer, Community Engagement Manager for Potawatomi about their upcoming charity event and program Heart of Canal Street. They also share news about EBT/SNAP benefits and what Wisconsinites should know before the program expires.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about those in the Caribbean bracing for the category 5 Hurricane Melissa. Then, they speak on the manhunt for Montell D. Haire, a predator and alleged suspect in the murder of the 16-year-...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about those in the Caribbean bracing for the category 5 Hurricane Melissa. Then, they speak on the manhunt for Montell D. Haire, a predator and alleged suspect in the murder of the 16-year-old Marquis L.D. Champion, the nephew of Alderman Mark Chambers Jr. Homer and Dame share the heartbreaking details of his first arrest from sexually assaulting his child, how his release from jail divided the community, and his new charge. Homer and Dame point out the "selective outrage" we see amongst our community and ask Truth Nation how do we protect our innocent when we protect their predators. Later, Dame and Homer speak to Sarah Neubauer, Community Engagement Manager for Potawatomi about their upcoming charity event and program Heart of Canal Street. They also share news about EBT/SNAP benefits and what Wisconsinites should know before the program expires.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:53</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about those in the Caribbean bracing for the category 5 Hurricane Melissa. Then, they speak on the manhunt for Montell D. Haire, a predator and alleged suspect in the murder of the 16-year-old Marquis L.D. Champion, the nephew of Alderman Mark Chambers Jr. Homer and Dame share the heartbreaking details of his first arrest from sexually assaulting his child, how his release from jail divided the community, and his new charge. Homer and Dame point out the "selective outrage" we see amongst our community and ask Truth Nation how do we protect our innocent when we protect their predators. Later, Dame and Homer speak to Sarah Neubauer, Community Engagement Manager for Potawatomi about their upcoming charity event and program Heart of Canal Street. They also share news about EBT/SNAP benefits and what Wisconsinites should know before the program expires.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: Milwaukee's Halloween Weekend on Brady Street Ends With Chaos (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/27/truth-in-the-morning-c1gmrv6hwvav8hd599lef1pud0owmlds</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about the chaos that occurred over the weekend during the Brady Street Halloween Street Event. They discuss how bars and restaurants had to close early, the reckless driving through the busy street, and how black communities continue to get our own establishments shut down. Later, they talk about using up your EBT/SNAP benefits before they expire next month, the city implementing a new speed limiter for reckless driving offenders, and their thoughts on the most recent Versus battle.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2025 13:51:54 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241661</guid><enclosure length="45109739" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7782051_2025-10-27-140751.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about the chaos that occurred over the weekend during the Brady Street Halloween Street Event. They discuss how bars and restaurants had to close early, the reckless driving through the busy street, and how black communities continue to get our own establishments shut down. Later, they talk about using up your EBT/SNAP benefits before they expire next month, the city implementing a new speed limiter for reckless driving offenders, and their thoughts on the most recent Versus battle.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about the chaos that occurred over the weekend during the Brady Street Halloween Street Event. They discuss how bars and restaurants had to close early, the reckless driving through the ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about the chaos that occurred over the weekend during the Brady Street Halloween Street Event. They discuss how bars and restaurants had to close early, the reckless driving through the busy street, and how black communities continue to get our own establishments shut down. Later, they talk about using up your EBT/SNAP benefits before they expire next month, the city implementing a new speed limiter for reckless driving offenders, and their thoughts on the most recent Versus battle.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:59</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about the chaos that occurred over the weekend during the Brady Street Halloween Street Event. They discuss how bars and restaurants had to close early, the reckless driving through the busy street, and how black communities continue to get our own establishments shut down. Later, they talk about using up your EBT/SNAP benefits before they expire next month, the city implementing a new speed limiter for reckless driving offenders, and their thoughts on the most recent Versus battle.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: Milwaukee's Halloween Weekend on Brady Street Ends With Chaos (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/27/truth-in-the-morning-w5ddo4lfl9hejdecvkiyrwst4a4om2f3</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about the chaos that occurred over the weekend during the Brady Street Halloween Street Event. They discuss how bars and restaurants had to close early, the reckless driving through the busy street, and how black communities continue to get our own establishments shut down. Later, they talk about using up your EBT/SNAP benefits before they expire next month, the city implementing a new speed limiter for reckless driving offenders, and their thoughts on the most recent Versus battle.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2025 13:51:20 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241664</guid><enclosure length="43893391" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7782058_2025-10-27-142858.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about the chaos that occurred over the weekend during the Brady Street Halloween Street Event. They discuss how bars and restaurants had to close early, the reckless driving through the busy street, and how black communities continue to get our own establishments shut down. Later, they talk about using up your EBT/SNAP benefits before they expire next month, the city implementing a new speed limiter for reckless driving offenders, and their thoughts on the most recent Versus battle.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about the chaos that occurred over the weekend during the Brady Street Halloween Street Event. They discuss how bars and restaurants had to close early, the reckless driving through the ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about the chaos that occurred over the weekend during the Brady Street Halloween Street Event. They discuss how bars and restaurants had to close early, the reckless driving through the busy street, and how black communities continue to get our own establishments shut down. Later, they talk about using up your EBT/SNAP benefits before they expire next month, the city implementing a new speed limiter for reckless driving offenders, and their thoughts on the most recent Versus battle.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:43</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about the chaos that occurred over the weekend during the Brady Street Halloween Street Event. They discuss how bars and restaurants had to close early, the reckless driving through the busy street, and how black communities continue to get our own establishments shut down. Later, they talk about using up your EBT/SNAP benefits before they expire next month, the city implementing a new speed limiter for reckless driving offenders, and their thoughts on the most recent Versus battle.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: When SNAP Is Gone We ALL Will Starve (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/24/truth-in-the-morning-t6xzywteotus0m7nlqmfstgua2yhtqie</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey talk about the Milwaukee man who admitted to a WISN News Reporter that he sells drugs after a FBI raid. Then later, Bailey and Dame discuss the expiration of SNAP benefits and the 700,000 Wisconsinites who will go hungry next month unless our government releases the funds for the program amid the shutdown. Bailey and Dame chat about the repercussions of losing this program and how it will ultimately affect us all. Tune in to listen to what they had to say and Truth Nation’s thoughts.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 15:00:20 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241667</guid><enclosure length="42834329" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7779666_2025-10-24-154806.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey talk about the Milwaukee man who admitted to a WISN News Reporter that he sells drugs after a FBI raid. Then later, Bailey and Dame discuss the expiration of SNAP benefits and the 700,000 Wisconsinites who will go hungry next month unless our government releases the funds for the program amid the shutdown. Bailey and Dame chat about the repercussions of losing this program and how it will ultimately affect us all. Tune in to listen to what they had to say and Truth Nation’s thoughts.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey talk about the Milwaukee man who admitted to a WISN News Reporter that he sells drugs after a FBI raid. Then later, Bailey and Dame discuss the expiration of SNAP benefits and the 700,000 Wi...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey talk about the Milwaukee man who admitted to a WISN News Reporter that he sells drugs after a FBI raid. Then later, Bailey and Dame discuss the expiration of SNAP benefits and the 700,000 Wisconsinites who will go hungry next month unless our government releases the funds for the program amid the shutdown. Bailey and Dame chat about the repercussions of losing this program and how it will ultimately affect us all. Tune in to listen to what they had to say and Truth Nation's thoughts.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>44:37</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey talk about the Milwaukee man who admitted to a WISN News Reporter that he sells drugs after a FBI raid. Then later, Bailey and Dame discuss the expiration of SNAP benefits and the 700,000 Wisconsinites who will go hungry next month unless our government releases the funds for the program amid the shutdown. Bailey and Dame chat about the repercussions of losing this program and how it will ultimately affect us all. Tune in to listen to what they had to say and Truth Nation's thoughts.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: When SNAP Is Gone We ALL Will Starve (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/24/truth-in-the-morning-6sdfs0pykdpmrjjwas7vpkwr5ziqqi1i</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey talk about the Milwaukee man who admitted to a WISN News Reporter that he sells drug after a FBI raid. Then later, Bailey and Dame talk about the expiration of SNAP benefits and the 700,000 Wisconsinites who will go hungry next month unless our government releases the funds for the program amidst their shutdown. Bailey and Dame chat about the repercussions of loosing this program and how it will ultimately affect us all. Tune in to listen to what they had to say and Truth Nations thoughts.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 14:53:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241670</guid><enclosure length="42540728" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7779658_2025-10-24-153858.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey talk about the Milwaukee man who admitted to a WISN News Reporter that he sells drug after a FBI raid. Then later, Bailey and Dame talk about the expiration of SNAP benefits and the 700,000 Wisconsinites who will go hungry next month unless our government releases the funds for the program amidst their shutdown. Bailey and Dame chat about the repercussions of loosing this program and how it will ultimately affect us all. Tune in to listen to what they had to say and Truth Nations thoughts.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey talk about the Milwaukee man who admitted to a WISN News Reporter that he sells drug after a FBI raid. Then later, Bailey and Dame talk about the expiration of SNAP benefits and the 700,000 ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey talk about the Milwaukee man who admitted to a WISN News Reporter that he sells drug after a FBI raid. Then later, Bailey and Dame talk about the expiration of SNAP benefits and the 700,000 Wisconsinites who will go hungry next month unless our government releases the funds for the program amidst their shutdown. Bailey and Dame chat about the repercussions of loosing this program and how it will ultimately affect us all. Tune in to listen to what they had to say and Truth Nations thoughts.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>44:18</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey talk about the Milwaukee man who admitted to a WISN News Reporter that he sells drug after a FBI raid. Then later, Bailey and Dame talk about the expiration of SNAP benefits and the 700,000 Wisconsinites who will go hungry next month unless our government releases the funds for the program amidst their shutdown. Bailey and Dame chat about the repercussions of loosing this program and how it will ultimately affect us all. Tune in to listen to what they had to say and Truth Nations thoughts.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: They Both Have Blood On Their Hands (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/23/truth-in-the-morning-k4guin8linvgpiuqsifez3wyzmupiaji</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the horrific death of a 4-year-old in West Allis and the parents who were charged with his murder. They talk about the warning signs and unpack what the details of the sad case. Later they chat about a new report from the Milwaukee Police Department stating that almost 900 calls were placed from the Milwaukee Public School District to report on the bad behavior of students. They dissect the growing behavioral problems of our communities youth and the importance of having resource officers in our schools&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2025 14:47:50 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241673</guid><enclosure length="44260392" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7777529_2025-10-23-145329.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the horrific death of a 4-year-old in West Allis and the parents who were charged with his murder. They talk about the warning signs and unpack what the details of the sad case. Later they chat about a new report from the Milwaukee Police Department stating that almost 900 calls were placed from the Milwaukee Public School District to report on the bad behavior of students. 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They dissect the growing behavioral problems of our communities youth and the importance of having resource officers in our schools</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: They Both Have Blood On Their Hands (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/23/truth-in-the-morning-aws7b9do7kx6qsfzch0oykdtu9e8eaej</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the horrific death of a 4-year-old in West Allis and the parents who were charged with his murder. They talk about the warning signs and unpack the details of the sad case. Later, they chat about a new report from the Milwaukee Police Department stating that almost 900 calls were made from the Milwaukee Public School District about students’ bad behavior. They dissect the growing behavioral problems of our communities’ youth and the importance of having resource officers in our schools.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2025 14:22:17 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241676</guid><enclosure length="32862371" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7777460_2025-10-23-142500.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the horrific death of a 4-year-old in West Allis and the parents who were charged with his murder. They talk about the warning signs and unpack the details of the sad case. Later, they chat about a new report from the Milwaukee Police Department stating that almost 900 calls were made from the Milwaukee Public School District about students’ bad behavior. 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They dissect the growing behavioral problems of our communities' youth and the importance of having resource officers in our schools.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>34:13</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the horrific death of a 4-year-old in West Allis and the parents who were charged with his murder. They talk about the warning signs and unpack the details of the sad case. Later, they chat about a new report from the Milwaukee Police Department stating that almost 900 calls were made from the Milwaukee Public School District about students' bad behavior. They dissect the growing behavioral problems of our communities' youth and the importance of having resource officers in our schools.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7 AM: Truth in the Morning: Elmnt Closure: Are Our Urban Clubs Being Mistreated? (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/22/truth-in-the-morning-w7wrwbotea1aaviocuyrect8lvjabcte</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss the potential closing of Water Street’s club Elmnt Night Lounge after their license was revoked earlier year due to violence OUTSIDE of the venue. They talk about the hypocrisy surrounding the closure in comparison to predominantly white establishments, like recently closed Victors. They question if this fair treatment as this keeps happening to place where Milwaukee’s black community congregates. Later, the city is once again sourcing it’s city budget deficit from it’s black community. This time it is in the form of parking tickets. With the lack of transportation due to to MTCS strikes, the hop closure and a history of increased ticketing in black neighborhoods the question remains: is this the best solution? Should the city find a new alternatives to filling their coppers? Homer and Dame discuss and hear from Truth Nation.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2025 15:10:55 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241678</guid><enclosure length="43452989" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7774513_2025-10-22-150613.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss the potential closing of Water Street’s club Elmnt Night Lounge after their license was revoked earlier year due to violence OUTSIDE of the venue. They talk about the hypocrisy surrounding the closure in comparison to predominantly white establishments, like recently closed Victors. They question if this fair treatment as this keeps happening to place where Milwaukee’s black community congregates. Later, the city is once again sourcing it’s city budget deficit from it’s black community. This time it is in the form of parking tickets. With the lack of transportation due to to MTCS strikes, the hop closure and a history of increased ticketing in black neighborhoods the question remains: is this the best solution? Should the city find a new alternatives to filling their coppers? Homer and Dame discuss and hear from Truth Nation.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss the potential closing of Water Street's club Elmnt Night Lounge after their license was revoked earlier year due to violence OUTSIDE of the venue. They talk about the hypocrisy surroundi...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss the potential closing of Water Street's club Elmnt Night Lounge after their license was revoked earlier year due to violence OUTSIDE of the venue. They talk about the hypocrisy surrounding the closure in comparison to predominantly white establishments, like recently closed Victors. They question if this fair treatment as this keeps happening to place where Milwaukee's black community congregates. Later, the city is once again sourcing it's city budget deficit from it's black community. This time it is in the form of parking tickets. With the lack of transportation due to to MTCS strikes, the hop closure and a history of increased ticketing in black neighborhoods the question remains: is this the best solution? Should the city find a new alternatives to filling their coppers? Homer and Dame discuss and hear from Truth Nation.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:16</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss the potential closing of Water Street's club Elmnt Night Lounge after their license was revoked earlier year due to violence OUTSIDE of the venue. They talk about the hypocrisy surrounding the closure in comparison to predominantly white establishments, like recently closed Victors. They question if this fair treatment as this keeps happening to place where Milwaukee's black community congregates. Later, the city is once again sourcing it's city budget deficit from it's black community. This time it is in the form of parking tickets. With the lack of transportation due to to MTCS strikes, the hop closure and a history of increased ticketing in black neighborhoods the question remains: is this the best solution? Should the city find a new alternatives to filling their coppers? Homer and Dame discuss and hear from Truth Nation.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8 AM: Truth in the Morning: Elmnt Closure: Are Our Urban Clubs Being Mistreated? (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/22/truth-in-the-morning-bc3liobtznki3x6wc6pipspb05uobyry</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss the potential closing of Water Street’s club Elmnt Night Lounge after their license was revoked earlier this year due to violence OUTSIDE of the venue. They talk about the hypocrisy surrounding the closure in comparison to predominantly white establishments, like recently closed Victor’s. They question if this is fair treatment, as this keeps happening in places where Milwaukee’s black community congregates. Later, the city is once again sourcing its city budget deficit from its black community. This time it is in the form of parking tickets, and the question remains: Is this the best solution? Should the city find new alternatives to filling their coppers? Homer and Dame discuss and hear from Truth Nation.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2025 14:59:20 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241681</guid><enclosure length="39971717" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7774511_2025-10-22-151511.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss the potential closing of Water Street’s club Elmnt Night Lounge after their license was revoked earlier this year due to violence OUTSIDE of the venue. They talk about the hypocrisy surrounding the closure in comparison to predominantly white establishments, like recently closed Victor’s. They question if this is fair treatment, as this keeps happening in places where Milwaukee’s black community congregates. Later, the city is once again sourcing its city budget deficit from its black community. This time it is in the form of parking tickets, and the question remains: Is this the best solution? Should the city find new alternatives to filling their coppers? Homer and Dame discuss and hear from Truth Nation.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss the potential closing of Water Street's club Elmnt Night Lounge after their license was revoked earlier this year due to violence OUTSIDE of the venue. They talk about the hypocrisy surr...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss the potential closing of Water Street's club Elmnt Night Lounge after their license was revoked earlier this year due to violence OUTSIDE of the venue. They talk about the hypocrisy surrounding the closure in comparison to predominantly white establishments, like recently closed Victor's. They question if this is fair treatment, as this keeps happening in places where Milwaukee's black community congregates. Later, the city is once again sourcing its city budget deficit from its black community. This time it is in the form of parking tickets, and the question remains: Is this the best solution? Should the city find new alternatives to filling their coppers? Homer and Dame discuss and hear from Truth Nation.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>41:38</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey discuss the potential closing of Water Street's club Elmnt Night Lounge after their license was revoked earlier this year due to violence OUTSIDE of the venue. They talk about the hypocrisy surrounding the closure in comparison to predominantly white establishments, like recently closed Victor's. They question if this is fair treatment, as this keeps happening in places where Milwaukee's black community congregates. Later, the city is once again sourcing its city budget deficit from its black community. This time it is in the form of parking tickets, and the question remains: Is this the best solution? Should the city find new alternatives to filling their coppers? Homer and Dame discuss and hear from Truth Nation.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8AM Truth in the Morning: Black People Are We Tired of Leading the Fight?</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/21/truth-in-the-morning-nmx6jzr6b2gzmp7dsbnht2wofwaf1mlu</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey are in the studio. Today, they circle back on the No Kings Protest and question the presence of black Americans in the fight against this administration. Are we tired of leading the fight? Is it our time to sit and rest since our vote did not lead to our current demise? Or are black Americans essential in the fight to regain our democracy? Later, Bailey and Dame talk about the recent scandal involving the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, where 200 sexual misconduct cases were unreported, and the teachers who inflicted these assaults were still employed. Bailey and Dame break down the article from the Cap Times and share their thoughts on whether we can still protect our kids in our schools.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2025 15:15:16 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241684</guid><enclosure length="46525317" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7772484_2025-10-21-154024.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey are in the studio. Today, they circle back on the No Kings Protest and question the presence of black Americans in the fight against this administration. Are we tired of leading the fight? Is it our time to sit and rest since our vote did not lead to our current demise? Or are black Americans essential in the fight to regain our democracy? Later, Bailey and Dame talk about the recent scandal involving the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, where 200 sexual misconduct cases were unreported, and the teachers who inflicted these assaults were still employed. Bailey and Dame break down the article from the Cap Times and share their thoughts on whether we can still protect our kids in our schools.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey are in the studio. Today, they circle back on the No Kings Protest and question the presence of black Americans in the fight against this administration. Are we tired of leading the fight? I...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey are in the studio. Today, they circle back on the No Kings Protest and question the presence of black Americans in the fight against this administration. Are we tired of leading the fight? Is it our time to sit and rest since our vote did not lead to our current demise? Or are black Americans essential in the fight to regain our democracy? Later, Bailey and Dame talk about the recent scandal involving the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, where 200 sexual misconduct cases were unreported, and the teachers who inflicted these assaults were still employed. Bailey and Dame break down the article from the Cap Times and share their thoughts on whether we can still protect our kids in our schools.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:28</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey are in the studio. Today, they circle back on the No Kings Protest and question the presence of black Americans in the fight against this administration. Are we tired of leading the fight? Is it our time to sit and rest since our vote did not lead to our current demise? Or are black Americans essential in the fight to regain our democracy? Later, Bailey and Dame talk about the recent scandal involving the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, where 200 sexual misconduct cases were unreported, and the teachers who inflicted these assaults were still employed. Bailey and Dame break down the article from the Cap Times and share their thoughts on whether we can still protect our kids in our schools.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>7AM Truth in the Morning: Black People Are We Tired of Leading the Fight?</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/21/truth-in-the-morning-izchrli4dunx6n6o69mvshz5ub0s7tp0</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey are in the studio. Today, they circle back on the No Kings Protest and question the presence of black Americans in the fight against this administration. Are we tired of leading the fight? Is it our time to sit and rest since our vote did not lead to our current demise? Or are black Americans essential in the fight to regain our democracy? Later, Bailey and Dame talk about the recent scandal involving the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, where 200 sexual misconduct cases were unreported, and the teachers who inflicted these assaults were still employed. Bailey and Dame break down the article from the Cap Times and share their thoughts on whether we can still protect our kids in our schools.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2025 14:54:38 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241686</guid><enclosure length="45214597" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7772500_2025-10-21-150100.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey are in the studio. Today, they circle back on the No Kings Protest and question the presence of black Americans in the fight against this administration. Are we tired of leading the fight? Is it our time to sit and rest since our vote did not lead to our current demise? Or are black Americans essential in the fight to regain our democracy? Later, Bailey and Dame talk about the recent scandal involving the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, where 200 sexual misconduct cases were unreported, and the teachers who inflicted these assaults were still employed. Bailey and Dame break down the article from the Cap Times and share their thoughts on whether we can still protect our kids in our schools.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey are in the studio. Today, they circle back on the No Kings Protest and question the presence of black Americans in the fight against this administration. Are we tired of leading the fight? I...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey are in the studio. Today, they circle back on the No Kings Protest and question the presence of black Americans in the fight against this administration. Are we tired of leading the fight? Is it our time to sit and rest since our vote did not lead to our current demise? Or are black Americans essential in the fight to regain our democracy? Later, Bailey and Dame talk about the recent scandal involving the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, where 200 sexual misconduct cases were unreported, and the teachers who inflicted these assaults were still employed. Bailey and Dame break down the article from the Cap Times and share their thoughts on whether we can still protect our kids in our schools.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:05</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey are in the studio. Today, they circle back on the No Kings Protest and question the presence of black Americans in the fight against this administration. Are we tired of leading the fight? Is it our time to sit and rest since our vote did not lead to our current demise? Or are black Americans essential in the fight to regain our democracy? Later, Bailey and Dame talk about the recent scandal involving the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, where 200 sexual misconduct cases were unreported, and the teachers who inflicted these assaults were still employed. Bailey and Dame break down the article from the Cap Times and share their thoughts on whether we can still protect our kids in our schools.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>10/20/25: 8AM Don't You Put Your Hands On MY Child!</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/20/truth-in-the-morning-o1a4waijehjxkhxfsnohufdf88kisnyq</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey continue their conversation on reckless driving here Milwaukee and get a pulse check on how Truth Nation feels about the city’s proposal to tow cars that have been involved in dangerous driving. Later Bailey and Dame talk about teachers who were let go from MPS returning to work, some want to and others don’t but it all depends on money. Then Bailey and Dame discuss a teachers aide who DEFINITELY should’ve left but was kept on the payroll for years, despite being charged with assaulting students. This begs the question, what would you do if this was your child??&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2025 15:06:04 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241689</guid><enclosure length="45361397" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7770525_2025-10-20-154325.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey continue their conversation on reckless driving here Milwaukee and get a pulse check on how Truth Nation feels about the city’s proposal to tow cars that have been involved in dangerous driving. Later Bailey and Dame talk about teachers who were let go from MPS returning to work, some want to and others don’t but it all depends on money. Then Bailey and Dame discuss a teachers aide who DEFINITELY should’ve left but was kept on the payroll for years, despite being charged with assaulting students. This begs the question, what would you do if this was your child??&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey continue their conversation on reckless driving here Milwaukee and get a pulse check on how Truth Nation feels about the city's proposal to tow cars that have been involved in dangerous driving. Later Bailey and Dame talk...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey continue their conversation on reckless driving here Milwaukee and get a pulse check on how Truth Nation feels about the city's proposal to tow cars that have been involved in dangerous driving. Later Bailey and Dame talk about teachers who were let go from MPS returning to work, some want to and others don't but it all depends on money. Then Bailey and Dame discuss a teachers aide who DEFINITELY should've left but was kept on the payroll for years, despite being charged with assaulting students. This begs the question, what would you do if this was your child??</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:15</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey continue their conversation on reckless driving here Milwaukee and get a pulse check on how Truth Nation feels about the city's proposal to tow cars that have been involved in dangerous driving. Later Bailey and Dame talk about teachers who were let go from MPS returning to work, some want to and others don't but it all depends on money. Then Bailey and Dame discuss a teachers aide who DEFINITELY should've left but was kept on the payroll for years, despite being charged with assaulting students. This begs the question, what would you do if this was your child??</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>10/20/25: 7AM No Kings March and a "Poop King" President</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/20/truth-in-the-morning-bdplvkthyzclk6pbyrbu0h9vnuoaxu6v</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey are in the studio. They chat about the nationwide No Kings Protests, and how Dame was a witness to the 18k participants. Bailey and Dame share thoughts on the creative way protestors have been managing the media’s perception with creative costumes. They also talk about the bizarre AI social media post of Donald Trump dropping poop in American citizens. Is our president unhinged? Were you at the No Kings protest? They take it to the lines and share their thoughts.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2025 15:05:24 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241692</guid><enclosure length="45162168" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7770539_2025-10-20-155239.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey are in the studio. They chat about the nationwide No Kings Protests, and how Dame was a witness to the 18k participants. Bailey and Dame share thoughts on the creative way protestors have been managing the media’s perception with creative costumes. They also talk about the bizarre AI social media post of Donald Trump dropping poop in American citizens. Is our president unhinged? Were you at the No Kings protest? They take it to the lines and share their thoughts.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey are in the studio. They chat about the nationwide No Kings Protests, and how Dame was a witness to the 18k participants. Bailey and Dame share thoughts on the creative way protestors have be...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey are in the studio. They chat about the nationwide No Kings Protests, and how Dame was a witness to the 18k participants. Bailey and Dame share thoughts on the creative way protestors have been managing the media's perception with creative costumes. They also talk about the bizarre AI social media post of Donald Trump dropping poop in American citizens. Is our president unhinged? Were you at the No Kings protest? They take it to the lines and share their thoughts.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:02</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Today on Truth in the Morning, Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey are in the studio. They chat about the nationwide No Kings Protests, and how Dame was a witness to the 18k participants. Bailey and Dame share thoughts on the creative way protestors have been managing the media's perception with creative costumes. They also talk about the bizarre AI social media post of Donald Trump dropping poop in American citizens. Is our president unhinged? Were you at the No Kings protest? They take it to the lines and share their thoughts.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Redemption Behind the Wall</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/17/truth-in-the-morning-wms43qiarwexmdnptglkvebvkukmqvgr</link><description>&lt;p&gt;DT and Dame sit down with author and pastor Chenier Alston to discuss his powerful new book, God Met Me Here! A Journey to Freedom. In this raw and riveting interview, Alston shares how his darkest moments—trapped behind prison walls and bound by despair—became the setting for a divine encounter that changed everything. From gang life and hopelessness to grace and transformation, Alston’s testimony is a living example of how God’s love can break through any barrier. With the heart of a pastor and the fire of a preacher, he invites listeners into a story of redemption, purpose, and spiritual awakening.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2025 14:26:44 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241695</guid><enclosure length="46955233" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7767798_2025-10-17-143038.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;DT and Dame sit down with author and pastor Chenier Alston to discuss his powerful new book, God Met Me Here! A Journey to Freedom. In this raw and riveting interview, Alston shares how his darkest moments—trapped behind prison walls and bound by despair—became the setting for a divine encounter that changed everything. From gang life and hopelessness to grace and transformation, Alston’s testimony is a living example of how God’s love can break through any barrier. With the heart of a pastor and the fire of a preacher, he invites listeners into a story of redemption, purpose, and spiritual awakening.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>DT and Dame sit down with author and pastor Chenier Alston to discuss his powerful new book, God Met Me Here! A Journey to Freedom. In this raw and riveting interview, Alston shares how his darkest moments—trapped behind prison walls and bound by despa...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>DT and Dame sit down with author and pastor Chenier Alston to discuss his powerful new book, God Met Me Here! A Journey to Freedom. In this raw and riveting interview, Alston shares how his darkest moments—trapped behind prison walls and bound by despair—became the setting for a divine encounter that changed everything. From gang life and hopelessness to grace and transformation, Alston’s testimony is a living example of how God’s love can break through any barrier. With the heart of a pastor and the fire of a preacher, he invites listeners into a story of redemption, purpose, and spiritual awakening.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:54</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>DT and Dame sit down with author and pastor Chenier Alston to discuss his powerful new book, God Met Me Here! A Journey to Freedom. In this raw and riveting interview, Alston shares how his darkest moments—trapped behind prison walls and bound by despair—became the setting for a divine encounter that changed everything. From gang life and hopelessness to grace and transformation, Alston’s testimony is a living example of how God’s love can break through any barrier. With the heart of a pastor and the fire of a preacher, he invites listeners into a story of redemption, purpose, and spiritual awakening.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: The Frontline &amp; theTrump Agenda</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/17/truth-in-the-morning-ba0c7rgdyargeucnmp8oz7k6uzif1fmt</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Denies Thomas and Dame Ellzey open the show with an emotional update on the heroic 11-year-old who saved his classmates by dismantling a gun—an act of bravery that continues to inspire. Then, the conversation shifts to a critical and urgent topic: Donald Trump’s escalating attacks on prominent Black women in positions of power. What does this mean for the future, especially in states like Wisconsin where Black federal employees play a vital role? DT and Dame unpack the deeper implications—how targeting high-ranking Black women is not just political theater, but a strategic assault on the backbone of the Black community: Black women and, by extension, the Black family&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2025 14:23:04 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241697</guid><enclosure length="45046824" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7767740_2025-10-17-145840.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Denies Thomas and Dame Ellzey open the show with an emotional update on the heroic 11-year-old who saved his classmates by dismantling a gun—an act of bravery that continues to inspire. Then, the conversation shifts to a critical and urgent topic: Donald Trump’s escalating attacks on prominent Black women in positions of power. What does this mean for the future, especially in states like Wisconsin where Black federal employees play a vital role? DT and Dame unpack the deeper implications—how targeting high-ranking Black women is not just political theater, but a strategic assault on the backbone of the Black community: Black women and, by extension, the Black family&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Denies Thomas and Dame Ellzey open the show with an emotional update on the heroic 11-year-old who saved his classmates by dismantling a gun—an act of bravery that continues to inspire. Then, the conversation shifts to a critical and urgent topic: Dona...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Denies Thomas and Dame Ellzey open the show with an emotional update on the heroic 11-year-old who saved his classmates by dismantling a gun—an act of bravery that continues to inspire. Then, the conversation shifts to a critical and urgent topic: Donald Trump's escalating attacks on prominent Black women in positions of power. What does this mean for the future, especially in states like Wisconsin where Black federal employees play a vital role? DT and Dame unpack the deeper implications—how targeting high-ranking Black women is not just political theater, but a strategic assault on the backbone of the Black community: Black women and, by extension, the Black family</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:55</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Denies Thomas and Dame Ellzey open the show with an emotional update on the heroic 11-year-old who saved his classmates by dismantling a gun—an act of bravery that continues to inspire. Then, the conversation shifts to a critical and urgent topic: Donald Trump's escalating attacks on prominent Black women in positions of power. What does this mean for the future, especially in states like Wisconsin where Black federal employees play a vital role? DT and Dame unpack the deeper implications—how targeting high-ranking Black women is not just political theater, but a strategic assault on the backbone of the Black community: Black women and, by extension, the Black family</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Take the Hoods Off + Single Men (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/16/truth-in-the-morning-s83tfkfrfhx2bscgapgubbrh3cjwaysc</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and DT unpack a troubling moment at a Brewers game where a fan suggested calling ICE on Hispanic Dodger supporters. Callers join in with their own stories and perspectives, making this a raw and necessary dialogue about race, sports, and community accountability. The convo turns to why black men don’t want to have children or wives.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2025 13:01:46 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241700</guid><enclosure length="44994396" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7765201_2025-10-16-141001.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and DT unpack a troubling moment at a Brewers game where a fan suggested calling ICE on Hispanic Dodger supporters. Callers join in with their own stories and perspectives, making this a raw and necessary dialogue about race, sports, and community accountability. 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Callers join in with their own stories and perspectives, making this a raw and necessary dialogue about race, sports, and community accountability.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2025 12:53:14 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241703</guid><enclosure length="44795166" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7765031_2025-10-16-130331.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Denise Thomas unpack a troubling moment at a Brewers game where a fan suggested calling ICE on Hispanic Dodger supporters. The conversation explores how this kind of racism damages Milwaukee’s image and Wisconsin’s broader reputation. DT shares powerful advice on how to respond when someone says, “she didn’t mean it like that,” and why that phrase can be part of the problem. 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Callers join in with their own stories and perspectives, making this a raw and necessary dialogue about race, sports, and community accountability.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:39</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>The Legendary Homer Blow and Denise Thomas unpack a troubling moment at a Brewers game where a fan suggested calling ICE on Hispanic Dodger supporters. The conversation explores how this kind of racism damages Milwaukee’s image and Wisconsin’s broader reputation. DT shares powerful advice on how to respond when someone says, “she didn’t mean it like that,” and why that phrase can be part of the problem. Callers join in with their own stories and perspectives, making this a raw and necessary dialogue about race, sports, and community accountability.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Leaving The Precious Package &amp; Black Health (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/15/truth-in-the-morning-wxdw9j2huftalicjhlxtgz6ea7yjekvj</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman speak about a 6-year-old girl was dropped off at a closed daycare on Columbus Day, left outside alone. They break down what went wrong, why the bus driver’s decision was unacceptable, and how this could have been prevented. Callers weigh in with their own thoughts and reactions, and the Fox 6 news clip of the little girl is played to spark deeper discussion. The conversation continues with emotion, accountability, and a call for change. Plus D’Angelo dies at 51 and what that says about black health.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2025 14:11:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241706</guid><enclosure length="45120225" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7762290_2025-10-15-142330.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman speak about a 6-year-old girl was dropped off at a closed daycare on Columbus Day, left outside alone. They break down what went wrong, why the bus driver’s decision was unacceptable, and how this could have been prevented. Callers weigh in with their own thoughts and reactions, and the Fox 6 news clip of the little girl is played to spark deeper discussion. The conversation continues with emotion, accountability, and a call for change. Plus D’Angelo dies at 51 and what that says about black health.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman speak about a 6-year-old girl was dropped off at a closed daycare on Columbus Day, left outside alone. They break down what went wrong, why the bus driver’s decision was unacceptable, and how this could have been prevented...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman speak about a 6-year-old girl was dropped off at a closed daycare on Columbus Day, left outside alone. They break down what went wrong, why the bus driver’s decision was unacceptable, and how this could have been prevented. Callers weigh in with their own thoughts and reactions, and the Fox 6 news clip of the little girl is played to spark deeper discussion. The conversation continues with emotion, accountability, and a call for change. Plus D'Angelo dies at 51 and what that says about black health.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:59</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman speak about a 6-year-old girl was dropped off at a closed daycare on Columbus Day, left outside alone. They break down what went wrong, why the bus driver’s decision was unacceptable, and how this could have been prevented. Callers weigh in with their own thoughts and reactions, and the Fox 6 news clip of the little girl is played to spark deeper discussion. The conversation continues with emotion, accountability, and a call for change. Plus D'Angelo dies at 51 and what that says about black health.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Leaving The Precious Package (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/15/truth-in-the-morning-15kka9t6hpvmkkx04aozs1sq8zfzbmf1</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about a 6-year-old girl was dropped off at a closed daycare on Columbus Day, left outside alone. They break down what went wrong, why the bus driver’s decision was unacceptable, and how this could have been prevented. Callers weigh in with their own thoughts and reactions, and the Fox 6 news clip of the little girl is played to spark deeper discussion. The conversation continues with emotion, accountability, and a call for change.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2025 13:08:30 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241709</guid><enclosure length="44805652" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7762127_2025-10-15-134827.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about a 6-year-old girl was dropped off at a closed daycare on Columbus Day, left outside alone. They break down what went wrong, why the bus driver’s decision was unacceptable, and how this could have been prevented. Callers weigh in with their own thoughts and reactions, and the Fox 6 news clip of the little girl is played to spark deeper discussion. The conversation continues with emotion, accountability, and a call for change.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about a 6-year-old girl was dropped off at a closed daycare on Columbus Day, left outside alone. They break down what went wrong, why the bus driver’s decision was unacceptable, and how this could have b...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about a 6-year-old girl was dropped off at a closed daycare on Columbus Day, left outside alone. They break down what went wrong, why the bus driver’s decision was unacceptable, and how this could have been prevented. Callers weigh in with their own thoughts and reactions, and the Fox 6 news clip of the little girl is played to spark deeper discussion. The conversation continues with emotion, accountability, and a call for change.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:39</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about a 6-year-old girl was dropped off at a closed daycare on Columbus Day, left outside alone. They break down what went wrong, why the bus driver’s decision was unacceptable, and how this could have been prevented. Callers weigh in with their own thoughts and reactions, and the Fox 6 news clip of the little girl is played to spark deeper discussion. The conversation continues with emotion, accountability, and a call for change.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Most Dangerous Neighborhoods (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/14/truth-in-the-morning-ivieqrd1uirjjfushrshmuqkqzb7whjg</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman break down the Top 10 most dangerous neighborhoods in Milwaukee, going down the list and discussing what makes each area stand out. The conversation deepens as they explore the root causes behind the violence and instability in these communities—from systemic issues to local dynamics. Callers jump in with their own takes, sharing personal experiences and opinions on which neighborhoods they believe are the worst. Later, Homer reflects on the 2016 protests that swept through Sherman Park, offering insight into how that moment shaped the city and its people.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2025 13:13:46 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241712</guid><enclosure length="46619688" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7759469_2025-10-14-142809.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman break down the Top 10 most dangerous neighborhoods in Milwaukee, going down the list and discussing what makes each area stand out. The conversation deepens as they explore the root causes behind the violence and instability in these communities—from systemic issues to local dynamics. Callers jump in with their own takes, sharing personal experiences and opinions on which neighborhoods they believe are the worst. Later, Homer reflects on the 2016 protests that swept through Sherman Park, offering insight into how that moment shaped the city and its people.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman break down the Top 10 most dangerous neighborhoods in Milwaukee, going down the list and discussing what makes each area stand out. The conversation deepens as they explore the root causes behind the violence...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman break down the Top 10 most dangerous neighborhoods in Milwaukee, going down the list and discussing what makes each area stand out. The conversation deepens as they explore the root causes behind the violence and instability in these communities—from systemic issues to local dynamics. Callers jump in with their own takes, sharing personal experiences and opinions on which neighborhoods they believe are the worst. Later, Homer reflects on the 2016 protests that swept through Sherman Park, offering insight into how that moment shaped the city and its people.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:32</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman break down the Top 10 most dangerous neighborhoods in Milwaukee, going down the list and discussing what makes each area stand out. The conversation deepens as they explore the root causes behind the violence and instability in these communities—from systemic issues to local dynamics. Callers jump in with their own takes, sharing personal experiences and opinions on which neighborhoods they believe are the worst. Later, Homer reflects on the 2016 protests that swept through Sherman Park, offering insight into how that moment shaped the city and its people.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Off-Duty Decisions &amp; Toys R Us Adults (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/14/truth-in-the-morning-zbwfp02ucfk6yh4byq0mslg9vnu97tin</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman dive into the newly released Elijah Wilks video and unpack the controversy surrounding the off-duty cop’s actions—why they believe he wasn’t in the wrong, and what they would’ve done in the same situation. Bailey opens up about her most recent car accident, while Homer shifts gears to rant about “Toys R Us Adults” and how they’re contributing to societal problems. Callers join the conversation to share their thoughts on Elijah Wilks’ driving and the broader implications. It’s a mix of real talk, personal stories, and listener perspectives you won’t want to miss.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2025 12:48:58 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241715</guid><enclosure length="44837109" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7759315_2025-10-14-132415.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman dive into the newly released Elijah Wilks video and unpack the controversy surrounding the off-duty cop’s actions—why they believe he wasn’t in the wrong, and what they would’ve done in the same situation. Bailey opens up about her most recent car accident, while Homer shifts gears to rant about “Toys R Us Adults” and how they’re contributing to societal problems. Callers join the conversation to share their thoughts on Elijah Wilks’ driving and the broader implications. It’s a mix of real talk, personal stories, and listener perspectives you won’t want to miss.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman dive into the newly released Elijah Wilks video and unpack the controversy surrounding the off-duty cop’s actions—why they believe he wasn’t in the wrong, and what they would’ve done in the same situation. Ba...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman dive into the newly released Elijah Wilks video and unpack the controversy surrounding the off-duty cop’s actions—why they believe he wasn’t in the wrong, and what they would’ve done in the same situation. Bailey opens up about her most recent car accident, while Homer shifts gears to rant about “Toys R Us Adults” and how they’re contributing to societal problems. 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It’s a mix of real talk, personal stories, and listener perspectives you won’t want to miss.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Grief, Trust, and Speaking Out (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/13/truth-in-the-morning-jowaxxfpb9pbtlxlwjf0htpkhez8dmqu</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the tragic shooting of Elijah Wilkins—and the online noise that’s made it harder for the family to grieve. A caller claims police can’t be trusted, sparking pushback from both hosts as they reflect on the family’s pain and the complexity of criminal complaints&lt;br/&gt;
The convo shift to Doc Rivers’ recent comments about Chicago. Should athletes speak out more? Dame says yes—and challenges listeners: Do we really support them when it counts?&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:01:51 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241718</guid><enclosure length="46158315" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7757576_2025-10-13-141016.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the tragic shooting of Elijah Wilkins—and the online noise that’s made it harder for the family to grieve. A caller claims police can’t be trusted, sparking pushback from both hosts as they reflect on the family’s pain and the complexity of criminal complaints&lt;br/&gt;
The convo shift to Doc Rivers’ recent comments about Chicago. Should athletes speak out more? Dame says yes—and challenges listeners: Do we really support them when it counts?&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the tragic shooting of Elijah Wilkins—and the online noise that’s made it harder for the family to grieve. A caller claims police can’t be trusted, sparking pushback from both hosts as they reflect on...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the tragic shooting of Elijah Wilkins—and the online noise that’s made it harder for the family to grieve. A caller claims police can’t be trusted, sparking pushback from both hosts as they reflect on the family’s pain and the complexity of criminal complaints The convo shift to Doc Rivers’ recent comments about Chicago. Should athletes speak out more? Dame says yes—and challenges listeners: Do we really support them when it counts?</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:04</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey talk about the tragic shooting of Elijah Wilkins—and the online noise that’s made it harder for the family to grieve. A caller claims police can’t be trusted, sparking pushback from both hosts as they reflect on the family’s pain and the complexity of criminal complaints The convo shift to Doc Rivers’ recent comments about Chicago. Should athletes speak out more? Dame says yes—and challenges listeners: Do we really support them when it counts?</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Grief Interrupted (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/13/truth-in-the-morning-k5elo50elqefbltxhjfhdcaj9kfgfwlp</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey start with weekend highlights, including Dame’s celebration of his daughter’s birthday. But the tone shifts as they discuss the tragic shooting of Elijah Wilkins—and the community’s reaction. They explore how online speculation has disrupted the family’s grieving process.&lt;br/&gt;
Callers join in with strong opinions, including one with a police background. Homer and Dame debate the reliability of criminal complaints—do they tell the full story, or just part of it?&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 13:03:07 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241721</guid><enclosure length="44920995" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7757431_2025-10-13-130531.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey start with weekend highlights, including Dame’s celebration of his daughter’s birthday. But the tone shifts as they discuss the tragic shooting of Elijah Wilkins—and the community’s reaction. They explore how online speculation has disrupted the family’s grieving process.&lt;br/&gt;
Callers join in with strong opinions, including one with a police background. Homer and Dame debate the reliability of criminal complaints—do they tell the full story, or just part of it?&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey start with weekend highlights, including Dame’s celebration of his daughter’s birthday. But the tone shifts as they discuss the tragic shooting of Elijah Wilkins—and the community’s reaction. They explore how on...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey start with weekend highlights, including Dame’s celebration of his daughter’s birthday. But the tone shifts as they discuss the tragic shooting of Elijah Wilkins—and the community’s reaction. They explore how online speculation has disrupted the family’s grieving process. Callers join in with strong opinions, including one with a police background. Homer and Dame debate the reliability of criminal complaints—do they tell the full story, or just part of it?</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:46</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey start with weekend highlights, including Dame’s celebration of his daughter’s birthday. But the tone shifts as they discuss the tragic shooting of Elijah Wilkins—and the community’s reaction. They explore how online speculation has disrupted the family’s grieving process. Callers join in with strong opinions, including one with a police background. Homer and Dame debate the reliability of criminal complaints—do they tell the full story, or just part of it?</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: What The Biz &amp; Sip On That</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/10/truth-in-the-morning-odjx8e6mps9jbn6ctpll8ihgcdqpukro</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and Legendary Homer Blow dive into the unfolding story of Elijah Wilks, who was fatally shot by an off-duty police officer. With reports of a video allegedly set to be released, the conversation intensifies as callers join in to share their perspectives, emotions, and questions. Bailey and Homer emphasize the importance of waiting for the full video before drawing conclusions, and reflect on the unpredictable nature of confrontations—where anyone could be armed, and caution is critical.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Plus What The Business Is and Sip On That Friday&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2025 13:59:48 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241724</guid><enclosure length="44784680" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7755054_2025-10-10-141554.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and Legendary Homer Blow dive into the unfolding story of Elijah Wilks, who was fatally shot by an off-duty police officer. With reports of a video allegedly set to be released, the conversation intensifies as callers join in to share their perspectives, emotions, and questions. Bailey and Homer emphasize the importance of waiting for the full video before drawing conclusions, and reflect on the unpredictable nature of confrontations—where anyone could be armed, and caution is critical.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Plus What The Business Is and Sip On That Friday&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey Coleman and Legendary Homer Blow dive into the unfolding story of Elijah Wilks, who was fatally shot by an off-duty police officer. With reports of a video allegedly set to be released, the conversation intensifies as callers join in to share th...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey Coleman and Legendary Homer Blow dive into the unfolding story of Elijah Wilks, who was fatally shot by an off-duty police officer. With reports of a video allegedly set to be released, the conversation intensifies as callers join in to share their perspectives, emotions, and questions. Bailey and Homer emphasize the importance of waiting for the full video before drawing conclusions, and reflect on the unpredictable nature of confrontations—where anyone could be armed, and caution is critical. Plus What The Business Is and Sip On That Friday</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:38</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey Coleman and Legendary Homer Blow dive into the unfolding story of Elijah Wilks, who was fatally shot by an off-duty police officer. With reports of a video allegedly set to be released, the conversation intensifies as callers join in to share their perspectives, emotions, and questions. Bailey and Homer emphasize the importance of waiting for the full video before drawing conclusions, and reflect on the unpredictable nature of confrontations—where anyone could be armed, and caution is critical. Plus What The Business Is and Sip On That Friday</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: The Wait for Truth (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/10/truth-in-the-morning-lzepmagzwttvtbjxhishb7f1pguhxsoe</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and Legendary Homer Blow dive into the unfolding story of Elijah Wilks, who was fatally shot by an off-duty police officer. With reports of a video allegedly set to be released, the conversation intensifies as callers join in to share their perspectives, emotions, and questions. Bailey and Homer emphasize the importance of waiting for the full video before drawing conclusions, and reflect on the unpredictable nature of confrontations—where anyone could be armed, and caution is critical.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2025 12:50:56 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241727</guid><enclosure length="45843742" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7754890_2025-10-10-135230.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and Legendary Homer Blow dive into the unfolding story of Elijah Wilks, who was fatally shot by an off-duty police officer. With reports of a video allegedly set to be released, the conversation intensifies as callers join in to share their perspectives, emotions, and questions. Bailey and Homer emphasize the importance of waiting for the full video before drawing conclusions, and reflect on the unpredictable nature of confrontations—where anyone could be armed, and caution is critical.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey Coleman and Legendary Homer Blow dive into the unfolding story of Elijah Wilks, who was fatally shot by an off-duty police officer. With reports of a video allegedly set to be released, the conversation intensifies as callers join in to share th...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey Coleman and Legendary Homer Blow dive into the unfolding story of Elijah Wilks, who was fatally shot by an off-duty police officer. With reports of a video allegedly set to be released, the conversation intensifies as callers join in to share their perspectives, emotions, and questions. Bailey and Homer emphasize the importance of waiting for the full video before drawing conclusions, and reflect on the unpredictable nature of confrontations—where anyone could be armed, and caution is critical.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:44</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey Coleman and Legendary Homer Blow dive into the unfolding story of Elijah Wilks, who was fatally shot by an off-duty police officer. With reports of a video allegedly set to be released, the conversation intensifies as callers join in to share their perspectives, emotions, and questions. Bailey and Homer emphasize the importance of waiting for the full video before drawing conclusions, and reflect on the unpredictable nature of confrontations—where anyone could be armed, and caution is critical.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Section 8, Federal Jobs &amp; Black Women</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/09/truth-in-the-morning-llyl0dscepxgrxkaqdrsxgutwbqehtix</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and the Legendary Homer Blow continue their deep dive into Section 8 housing, sparking passionate calls from listeners. One caller argues that people should exploit the system—prompting a sharp rebuttal from Homer. The conversation shifts to the rising unemployment among Black women, especially those previously employed by the federal government. Are those jobs coming back? Are Black women being unfairly judged on their qualifications? Bailey and Homer tackle these tough questions head-on, wrapping up with a heartfelt discussion on the future of Black women in the workforce.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2025 13:12:01 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241730</guid><enclosure length="46105886" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7752933_2025-10-09-140533.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and the Legendary Homer Blow continue their deep dive into Section 8 housing, sparking passionate calls from listeners. One caller argues that people should exploit the system—prompting a sharp rebuttal from Homer. The conversation shifts to the rising unemployment among Black women, especially those previously employed by the federal government. Are those jobs coming back? Are Black women being unfairly judged on their qualifications? Bailey and Homer tackle these tough questions head-on, wrapping up with a heartfelt discussion on the future of Black women in the workforce.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey Coleman and the Legendary Homer Blow continue their deep dive into Section 8 housing, sparking passionate calls from listeners. One caller argues that people should exploit the system—prompting a sharp rebuttal from Homer. The conversation shift...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey Coleman and the Legendary Homer Blow continue their deep dive into Section 8 housing, sparking passionate calls from listeners. One caller argues that people should exploit the system—prompting a sharp rebuttal from Homer. The conversation shifts to the rising unemployment among Black women, especially those previously employed by the federal government. Are those jobs coming back? Are Black women being unfairly judged on their qualifications? Bailey and Homer tackle these tough questions head-on, wrapping up with a heartfelt discussion on the future of Black women in the workforce.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:01</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey Coleman and the Legendary Homer Blow continue their deep dive into Section 8 housing, sparking passionate calls from listeners. One caller argues that people should exploit the system—prompting a sharp rebuttal from Homer. The conversation shifts to the rising unemployment among Black women, especially those previously employed by the federal government. Are those jobs coming back? Are Black women being unfairly judged on their qualifications? Bailey and Homer tackle these tough questions head-on, wrapping up with a heartfelt discussion on the future of Black women in the workforce.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Section 8 Bankrupt (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/09/truth-in-the-morning-w4zirfrn1en1jbdodtrqsunleevl7h3w</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and the Legendary Homer Blow kick off the show with reflections on the Stride event in Milwaukee, celebrating cancer survivors and thrivers in a powerful community moment. The conversation shifts to housing challenges as they unpack the years-long delays in the Section 8 Voucher program, with insights from TMJ4’s reporting. The duo questions whether the system is being exploited and discuss the role of HACM (Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee). Callers join in with passionate takes, adding depth and perspective to a critical conversation on housing equity and accountability.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2025 13:00:57 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241733</guid><enclosure length="43536875" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7752790_2025-10-09-132030.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and the Legendary Homer Blow kick off the show with reflections on the Stride event in Milwaukee, celebrating cancer survivors and thrivers in a powerful community moment. The conversation shifts to housing challenges as they unpack the years-long delays in the Section 8 Voucher program, with insights from TMJ4’s reporting. The duo questions whether the system is being exploited and discuss the role of HACM (Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee). Callers join in with passionate takes, adding depth and perspective to a critical conversation on housing equity and accountability.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey Coleman and the Legendary Homer Blow kick off the show with reflections on the Stride event in Milwaukee, celebrating cancer survivors and thrivers in a powerful community moment. The conversation shifts to housing challenges as they unpack the ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey Coleman and the Legendary Homer Blow kick off the show with reflections on the Stride event in Milwaukee, celebrating cancer survivors and thrivers in a powerful community moment. The conversation shifts to housing challenges as they unpack the years-long delays in the Section 8 Voucher program, with insights from TMJ4’s reporting. The duo questions whether the system is being exploited and discuss the role of HACM (Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee). Callers join in with passionate takes, adding depth and perspective to a critical conversation on housing equity and accountability.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:20</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey Coleman and the Legendary Homer Blow kick off the show with reflections on the Stride event in Milwaukee, celebrating cancer survivors and thrivers in a powerful community moment. The conversation shifts to housing challenges as they unpack the years-long delays in the Section 8 Voucher program, with insights from TMJ4’s reporting. The duo questions whether the system is being exploited and discuss the role of HACM (Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee). Callers join in with passionate takes, adding depth and perspective to a critical conversation on housing equity and accountability.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Would You Work For Free? (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/08/truth-in-the-morning-exrnrrrlx5aucxy0xjq0vhasiwqa93cx</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2025 15:56:34 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241735</guid><enclosure length="44616908" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7751168_2025-10-08-151608.128.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:28</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Would You Work For Free? (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/08/truth-in-the-morning-bnmxwqoxxsdepj2itibgofayvwwb2wp1</link><description/><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2025 14:35:47 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241738</guid><enclosure length="45822771" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7751156_2025-10-08-153456.128.mp3"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:43</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Red States &amp; Red Flags</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/07/truth-in-the-morning-amwkxdlfg1hmzgjen6hbbp9k2ej7xrrb</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Dame and Homer dive into the economic pain hitting Trump-supporting farmers—especially soybean growers—who are feeling the sting of trade policies and broken promises. The conversation shifts to the surprising rise of “Latinos for Trump” and the complex dynamics within immigrant communities. We open up the phone lines to hear raw reactions from listeners, sparking a passionate debate about ICE and how its perception splits sharply between Black Americans and other groups. It’s a layered, emotional episode that unpacks identity, politics, and survival in America.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2025 13:35:36 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241740</guid><enclosure length="45382369" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7748737_2025-10-07-143637.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Dame and Homer dive into the economic pain hitting Trump-supporting farmers—especially soybean growers—who are feeling the sting of trade policies and broken promises. The conversation shifts to the surprising rise of “Latinos for Trump” and the complex dynamics within immigrant communities. We open up the phone lines to hear raw reactions from listeners, sparking a passionate debate about ICE and how its perception splits sharply between Black Americans and other groups. It’s a layered, emotional episode that unpacks identity, politics, and survival in America.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Dame and Homer dive into the economic pain hitting Trump-supporting farmers—especially soybean growers—who are feeling the sting of trade policies and broken promises. The conversation shifts to the surprising rise of "Latinos for Trump" and the comple...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Dame and Homer dive into the economic pain hitting Trump-supporting farmers—especially soybean growers—who are feeling the sting of trade policies and broken promises. The conversation shifts to the surprising rise of "Latinos for Trump" and the complex dynamics within immigrant communities. We open up the phone lines to hear raw reactions from listeners, sparking a passionate debate about ICE and how its perception splits sharply between Black Americans and other groups. It’s a layered, emotional episode that unpacks identity, politics, and survival in America.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:15</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Dame and Homer dive into the economic pain hitting Trump-supporting farmers—especially soybean growers—who are feeling the sting of trade policies and broken promises. The conversation shifts to the surprising rise of "Latinos for Trump" and the complex dynamics within immigrant communities. We open up the phone lines to hear raw reactions from listeners, sparking a passionate debate about ICE and how its perception splits sharply between Black Americans and other groups. It’s a layered, emotional episode that unpacks identity, politics, and survival in America.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: ICE-Free Chicago (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/07/truth-in-the-morning-j6obhltmt9stfo92pzehcgw3vszezbz2</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Duo of Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick the show off with breaking news from Chicago, where Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed a bold executive order declaring city-owned properties as “ICE-Free Zones.” The move aims to block federal immigration agents from using public spaces like school parking lots, libraries, and parks for enforcement operations. But can a city legally defy federal agencies? And will it work?&lt;br/&gt;
Dame dives into the historical roots of Chicago’s sanctuary status and explains why the city has become a strategic hotspot for ICE under the Trump administration’s Operation Midway Blitz. The conversation heats up with a powerful clip of protesters clashing with ICE agents outside the Broadview detention facility—tear gas, rubber bullets, and arrests paint a vivid picture of resistance.&lt;br/&gt;
We also bring you the latest updates from the ICE Tracker, showing real-time enforcement activity across the U.S., including hotspots in Chicago. Plus, hear from community members and legal experts on what this executive order means for immigrant families, law enforcement, and civil rights.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2025 13:13:34 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241743</guid><enclosure length="44375736" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7748610_2025-10-07-133410.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Duo of Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick the show off with breaking news from Chicago, where Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed a bold executive order declaring city-owned properties as “ICE-Free Zones.” The move aims to block federal immigration agents from using public spaces like school parking lots, libraries, and parks for enforcement operations. But can a city legally defy federal agencies? And will it work?&lt;br/&gt;
Dame dives into the historical roots of Chicago’s sanctuary status and explains why the city has become a strategic hotspot for ICE under the Trump administration’s Operation Midway Blitz. The conversation heats up with a powerful clip of protesters clashing with ICE agents outside the Broadview detention facility—tear gas, rubber bullets, and arrests paint a vivid picture of resistance.&lt;br/&gt;
We also bring you the latest updates from the ICE Tracker, showing real-time enforcement activity across the U.S., including hotspots in Chicago. Plus, hear from community members and legal experts on what this executive order means for immigrant families, law enforcement, and civil rights.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>The Legendary Duo of Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick the show off with breaking news from Chicago, where Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed a bold executive order declaring city-owned properties as “ICE-Free Zones.” The move aims to block federal immigra...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>The Legendary Duo of Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick the show off with breaking news from Chicago, where Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed a bold executive order declaring city-owned properties as “ICE-Free Zones.” The move aims to block federal immigration agents from using public spaces like school parking lots, libraries, and parks for enforcement operations. But can a city legally defy federal agencies? And will it work? Dame dives into the historical roots of Chicago’s sanctuary status and explains why the city has become a strategic hotspot for ICE under the Trump administration’s Operation Midway Blitz. The conversation heats up with a powerful clip of protesters clashing with ICE agents outside the Broadview detention facility—tear gas, rubber bullets, and arrests paint a vivid picture of resistance. We also bring you the latest updates from the ICE Tracker, showing real-time enforcement activity across the U.S., including hotspots in Chicago. Plus, hear from community members and legal experts on what this executive order means for immigrant families, law enforcement, and civil rights.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:12</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>The Legendary Duo of Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick the show off with breaking news from Chicago, where Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed a bold executive order declaring city-owned properties as “ICE-Free Zones.” The move aims to block federal immigration agents from using public spaces like school parking lots, libraries, and parks for enforcement operations. But can a city legally defy federal agencies? And will it work? Dame dives into the historical roots of Chicago’s sanctuary status and explains why the city has become a strategic hotspot for ICE under the Trump administration’s Operation Midway Blitz. The conversation heats up with a powerful clip of protesters clashing with ICE agents outside the Broadview detention facility—tear gas, rubber bullets, and arrests paint a vivid picture of resistance. We also bring you the latest updates from the ICE Tracker, showing real-time enforcement activity across the U.S., including hotspots in Chicago. Plus, hear from community members and legal experts on what this executive order means for immigrant families, law enforcement, and civil rights.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Nine Months In: Cold Politics, and ICE at the Door</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/06/truth-in-the-morning-ljwz0r0ny0sepouz3q43ysv2mebzougs</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Denis Thomas delivers an impassioned speech about being Black and voting in the last election, asking: Is there a political party that truly represents Black Americans? Dame and DT speak with a caller who says she’s drained—as a Black woman and a mother—and that Project 2025 was never fully explained to voters. They unpack how this sweeping conservative blueprint is now being implemented, despite Trump’s earlier denials, and what it means for civil rights, immigration, and Black communities&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2025 13:51:26 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241746</guid><enclosure length="44858081" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7746120_2025-10-06-144120.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Denis Thomas delivers an impassioned speech about being Black and voting in the last election, asking: Is there a political party that truly represents Black Americans? Dame and DT speak with a caller who says she’s drained—as a Black woman and a mother—and that Project 2025 was never fully explained to voters. They unpack how this sweeping conservative blueprint is now being implemented, despite Trump’s earlier denials, and what it means for civil rights, immigration, and Black communities&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Denis Thomas delivers an impassioned speech about being Black and voting in the last election, asking: Is there a political party that truly represents Black Americans? Dame and DT speak with a caller who says she’s drained—as a Black woman and a mothe...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Denis Thomas delivers an impassioned speech about being Black and voting in the last election, asking: Is there a political party that truly represents Black Americans? Dame and DT speak with a caller who says she’s drained—as a Black woman and a mother—and that Project 2025 was never fully explained to voters. They unpack how this sweeping conservative blueprint is now being implemented, despite Trump’s earlier denials, and what it means for civil rights, immigration, and Black communities</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:43</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Denis Thomas delivers an impassioned speech about being Black and voting in the last election, asking: Is there a political party that truly represents Black Americans? Dame and DT speak with a caller who says she’s drained—as a Black woman and a mother—and that Project 2025 was never fully explained to voters. They unpack how this sweeping conservative blueprint is now being implemented, despite Trump’s earlier denials, and what it means for civil rights, immigration, and Black communities</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Cold Reality in Chicago (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/06/truth-in-the-morning-hk5ognl09wvfmxt55u74maueb7mhgiqt</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Denis “DT” Thomas and The Legendary Dame Ellzey kick off the show with reflections on a surprisingly warm Milwaukee weekend, Dame’s daughter passing the bar exam, and the joy (and chaos) of wedding season. But the tone shifts as they dive into the main topic: nine months into Trump’s second term, many voters are questioning their decision.&lt;br/&gt;
The conversation turns to the recent ICE raids in Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood, where federal agents stormed an apartment complex in a military-style operation that left residents shaken and communities outraged. DT and Dame play a clip from ABC 7 Chicago and break down the legal framework behind these actions, including the controversial 100-mile rule that gives ICE expanded authority within a wide zone around U.S. borders—including cities like Chicago and Milwaukee.&lt;br/&gt;
Dame explains how this rule allows ICE to detain individuals without a warrant, and DT questions the morality and legality of such enforcement tactics.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2025 13:01:09 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241750</guid><enclosure length="45099253" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7745934_2025-10-06-132734.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Denis “DT” Thomas and The Legendary Dame Ellzey kick off the show with reflections on a surprisingly warm Milwaukee weekend, Dame’s daughter passing the bar exam, and the joy (and chaos) of wedding season. But the tone shifts as they dive into the main topic: nine months into Trump’s second term, many voters are questioning their decision.&lt;br/&gt;
The conversation turns to the recent ICE raids in Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood, where federal agents stormed an apartment complex in a military-style operation that left residents shaken and communities outraged. DT and Dame play a clip from ABC 7 Chicago and break down the legal framework behind these actions, including the controversial 100-mile rule that gives ICE expanded authority within a wide zone around U.S. borders—including cities like Chicago and Milwaukee.&lt;br/&gt;
Dame explains how this rule allows ICE to detain individuals without a warrant, and DT questions the morality and legality of such enforcement tactics.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Denis "DT" Thomas and The Legendary Dame Ellzey kick off the show with reflections on a surprisingly warm Milwaukee weekend, Dame’s daughter passing the bar exam, and the joy (and chaos) of wedding season. But the tone shifts as they dive into the main...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Denis "DT" Thomas and The Legendary Dame Ellzey kick off the show with reflections on a surprisingly warm Milwaukee weekend, Dame’s daughter passing the bar exam, and the joy (and chaos) of wedding season. But the tone shifts as they dive into the main topic: nine months into Trump’s second term, many voters are questioning their decision. The conversation turns to the recent ICE raids in Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood, where federal agents stormed an apartment complex in a military-style operation that left residents shaken and communities outraged. DT and Dame play a clip from ABC 7 Chicago and break down the legal framework behind these actions, including the controversial 100-mile rule that gives ICE expanded authority within a wide zone around U.S. borders—including cities like Chicago and Milwaukee. Dame explains how this rule allows ICE to detain individuals without a warrant, and DT questions the morality and legality of such enforcement tactics.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:57</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Denis "DT" Thomas and The Legendary Dame Ellzey kick off the show with reflections on a surprisingly warm Milwaukee weekend, Dame’s daughter passing the bar exam, and the joy (and chaos) of wedding season. But the tone shifts as they dive into the main topic: nine months into Trump’s second term, many voters are questioning their decision. The conversation turns to the recent ICE raids in Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood, where federal agents stormed an apartment complex in a military-style operation that left residents shaken and communities outraged. DT and Dame play a clip from ABC 7 Chicago and break down the legal framework behind these actions, including the controversial 100-mile rule that gives ICE expanded authority within a wide zone around U.S. borders—including cities like Chicago and Milwaukee. Dame explains how this rule allows ICE to detain individuals without a warrant, and DT questions the morality and legality of such enforcement tactics.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: What the Biz is + Sippin on a Friday (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/03/truth-in-the-morning-yusprt0a8fyezqfgowmsdehdyor37yht</link><description>&lt;p&gt;What the Business Is, callers dial in to shout out their hustle, highlight their brand, and share what makes their business stand out. Hosts Homer and Bailey keep it real with unfiltered takes on trending topics—from the controversy surrounding Adam Procell and the YouTube poll backlash, to their bold predictions on the Diddy case. It’s Sipp On That Friday, so grab your drink and settle in for a mix of business, culture, and candid conversation.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2025 13:29:07 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241754</guid><enclosure length="43264245" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7743206_2025-10-03-145906.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;What the Business Is, callers dial in to shout out their hustle, highlight their brand, and share what makes their business stand out. Hosts Homer and Bailey keep it real with unfiltered takes on trending topics—from the controversy surrounding Adam Procell and the YouTube poll backlash, to their bold predictions on the Diddy case. It’s Sipp On That Friday, so grab your drink and settle in for a mix of business, culture, and candid conversation.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>What the Business Is, callers dial in to shout out their hustle, highlight their brand, and share what makes their business stand out. Hosts Homer and Bailey keep it real with unfiltered takes on trending topics—from the controversy surrounding Adam Pr...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>What the Business Is, callers dial in to shout out their hustle, highlight their brand, and share what makes their business stand out. Hosts Homer and Bailey keep it real with unfiltered takes on trending topics—from the controversy surrounding Adam Procell and the YouTube poll backlash, to their bold predictions on the Diddy case. It’s Sipp On That Friday, so grab your drink and settle in for a mix of business, culture, and candid conversation.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:03</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>What the Business Is, callers dial in to shout out their hustle, highlight their brand, and share what makes their business stand out. Hosts Homer and Bailey keep it real with unfiltered takes on trending topics—from the controversy surrounding Adam Procell and the YouTube poll backlash, to their bold predictions on the Diddy case. It’s Sipp On That Friday, so grab your drink and settle in for a mix of business, culture, and candid conversation.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: NDAs, Diddy, and a Community Divided (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/03/truth-in-the-morning-hiybytqjj6viccz6joyygqisjqew6paz</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick off the show with the bombshell news: Diddy is facing 11 years—should Cassie return the settlement money? Callers weigh in with fiery takes. But things take a wild turn when Bailey casually drops that she signed NDAs with both R. Kelly and Diddy, throwing the entire show into chaos. The phone lines light up again.&lt;br/&gt;
Then, the conversation pivots to Adam Procell’s underwhelming community meeting. Why was turnout so low? And why did the few who showed up seem to support him? Homer and Bailey unpack the optics, the implications, and what it says about the community’s pulse.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2025 13:08:45 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241757</guid><enclosure length="45864714" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7742997_2025-10-03-134137.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick off the show with the bombshell news: Diddy is facing 11 years—should Cassie return the settlement money? Callers weigh in with fiery takes. But things take a wild turn when Bailey casually drops that she signed NDAs with both R. Kelly and Diddy, throwing the entire show into chaos. The phone lines light up again.&lt;br/&gt;
Then, the conversation pivots to Adam Procell’s underwhelming community meeting. Why was turnout so low? And why did the few who showed up seem to support him? Homer and Bailey unpack the optics, the implications, and what it says about the community’s pulse.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick off the show with the bombshell news: Diddy is facing 11 years—should Cassie return the settlement money? Callers weigh in with fiery takes. But things take a wild turn when Bailey casually drops that sh...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick off the show with the bombshell news: Diddy is facing 11 years—should Cassie return the settlement money? Callers weigh in with fiery takes. But things take a wild turn when Bailey casually drops that she signed NDAs with both R. Kelly and Diddy, throwing the entire show into chaos. The phone lines light up again. Then, the conversation pivots to Adam Procell’s underwhelming community meeting. Why was turnout so low? And why did the few who showed up seem to support him? Homer and Bailey unpack the optics, the implications, and what it says about the community’s pulse.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:45</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick off the show with the bombshell news: Diddy is facing 11 years—should Cassie return the settlement money? Callers weigh in with fiery takes. But things take a wild turn when Bailey casually drops that she signed NDAs with both R. Kelly and Diddy, throwing the entire show into chaos. The phone lines light up again. Then, the conversation pivots to Adam Procell’s underwhelming community meeting. Why was turnout so low? And why did the few who showed up seem to support him? Homer and Bailey unpack the optics, the implications, and what it says about the community’s pulse.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Discipline, Violence, and the Mother’s Role</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/02/truth-in-the-morning-sp75le9ordja7omja7gfx4bpcsnrayfi</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman continue their passionate reaction to the Mother’s claim that she’s trying to help curb the violence—but is she doing enough? Callers weigh in with their thoughts, sparking a lively debate. The conversation shifts to parenting and discipline, as Homer and Bailey reflect on their own experiences raising children. From tough love to heartfelt lessons, they explore whether even the best efforts are ever truly enough. A caller joins to share their perspective on raising kids, prompting more personal stories and honest reflections from the hosts.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:16:56 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241759</guid><enclosure length="44900024" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7740626_2025-10-02-141426.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman continue their passionate reaction to the Mother’s claim that she’s trying to help curb the violence—but is she doing enough? Callers weigh in with their thoughts, sparking a lively debate. The conversation shifts to parenting and discipline, as Homer and Bailey reflect on their own experiences raising children. From tough love to heartfelt lessons, they explore whether even the best efforts are ever truly enough. A caller joins to share their perspective on raising kids, prompting more personal stories and honest reflections from the hosts.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman continue their passionate reaction to the Mother’s claim that she’s trying to help curb the violence—but is she doing enough? Callers weigh in with their thoughts, sparking a lively debate. The conversation s...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman continue their passionate reaction to the Mother’s claim that she’s trying to help curb the violence—but is she doing enough? Callers weigh in with their thoughts, sparking a lively debate. The conversation shifts to parenting and discipline, as Homer and Bailey reflect on their own experiences raising children. From tough love to heartfelt lessons, they explore whether even the best efforts are ever truly enough. A caller joins to share their perspective on raising kids, prompting more personal stories and honest reflections from the hosts.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:45</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman continue their passionate reaction to the Mother’s claim that she’s trying to help curb the violence—but is she doing enough? Callers weigh in with their thoughts, sparking a lively debate. The conversation shifts to parenting and discipline, as Homer and Bailey reflect on their own experiences raising children. From tough love to heartfelt lessons, they explore whether even the best efforts are ever truly enough. A caller joins to share their perspective on raising kids, prompting more personal stories and honest reflections from the hosts.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Hard Truths on Gun Violence (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/02/truth-in-the-morning-ofcldurev56yt7qnf8zcv2aimjqpp2mm</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman reunite in the studio. Homer shares highlights from his recent trip to Dallas before the conversation turns to the heartbreaking story of 15-year-old Azonria Jones, tragically murdered by her boyfriend. The duo dives deep into the gun violence epidemic, examining the stark disparities between Black and white youth. Callers join in with raw, emotional takes, and Bailey and Homer react to a clip from Tory Lowe featuring a mother who says she’s doing all she can to protect her children—but questions how much is really in her control.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:05:20 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241762</guid><enclosure length="45581598" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7740427_2025-10-02-132727.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman reunite in the studio. Homer shares highlights from his recent trip to Dallas before the conversation turns to the heartbreaking story of 15-year-old Azonria Jones, tragically murdered by her boyfriend. The duo dives deep into the gun violence epidemic, examining the stark disparities between Black and white youth. Callers join in with raw, emotional takes, and Bailey and Homer react to a clip from Tory Lowe featuring a mother who says she’s doing all she can to protect her children—but questions how much is really in her control.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman reunite in the studio. Homer shares highlights from his recent trip to Dallas before the conversation turns to the heartbreaking story of 15-year-old Azonria Jones, tragically murdered by her boyfriend. The d...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>The Legendary Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman reunite in the studio. Homer shares highlights from his recent trip to Dallas before the conversation turns to the heartbreaking story of 15-year-old Azonria Jones, tragically murdered by her boyfriend. The duo dives deep into the gun violence epidemic, examining the stark disparities between Black and white youth. 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Callers join in with raw, emotional takes, and Bailey and Homer react to a clip from Tory Lowe featuring a mother who says she’s doing all she can to protect her children—but questions how much is really in her control.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Outside the Bubble, National Guard &amp; Shutdowns (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/01/truth-in-the-morning-lpcdmdejhpfkmuv7v1ukjvjjrbfh0r7k</link><description>&lt;p&gt;the Legendary Dame Ellzey and Homer Blow dive deep into the unsettling reality of the National Guard being deployed to various cities, questioning the contrast between its intended purpose and its current use. A clip from Senator Dick Durbin sparks debate as he claims Louisiana is more dangerous than Illinois—raising eyebrows and tensions. Callers weigh in on the government shutdown, pointing out how benefit cuts disproportionately affect Black communities. Dame and Homer don’t hold back: Who’s really going to help you? In the wrap-up, they urge listeners to break out of their bubbles and see the full picture&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2025 13:29:16 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241765</guid><enclosure length="45539655" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7738564_2025-10-01-140004.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;the Legendary Dame Ellzey and Homer Blow dive deep into the unsettling reality of the National Guard being deployed to various cities, questioning the contrast between its intended purpose and its current use. A clip from Senator Dick Durbin sparks debate as he claims Louisiana is more dangerous than Illinois—raising eyebrows and tensions. Callers weigh in on the government shutdown, pointing out how benefit cuts disproportionately affect Black communities. Dame and Homer don’t hold back: Who’s really going to help you? In the wrap-up, they urge listeners to break out of their bubbles and see the full picture&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>the Legendary Dame Ellzey and Homer Blow dive deep into the unsettling reality of the National Guard being deployed to various cities, questioning the contrast between its intended purpose and its current use. A clip from Senator Dick Durbin sparks deb...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>the Legendary Dame Ellzey and Homer Blow dive deep into the unsettling reality of the National Guard being deployed to various cities, questioning the contrast between its intended purpose and its current use. A clip from Senator Dick Durbin sparks debate as he claims Louisiana is more dangerous than Illinois—raising eyebrows and tensions. Callers weigh in on the government shutdown, pointing out how benefit cuts disproportionately affect Black communities. Dame and Homer don’t hold back: Who’s really going to help you? In the wrap-up, they urge listeners to break out of their bubbles and see the full picture</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:25</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>the Legendary Dame Ellzey and Homer Blow dive deep into the unsettling reality of the National Guard being deployed to various cities, questioning the contrast between its intended purpose and its current use. A clip from Senator Dick Durbin sparks debate as he claims Louisiana is more dangerous than Illinois—raising eyebrows and tensions. Callers weigh in on the government shutdown, pointing out how benefit cuts disproportionately affect Black communities. Dame and Homer don’t hold back: Who’s really going to help you? In the wrap-up, they urge listeners to break out of their bubbles and see the full picture</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Packers, Contracts, and the Bubble We Live In (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/10/01/truth-in-the-morning-tulzfamcstlvsgkjx8pgzrjcf2g0n7lq</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow is back from Dallas with stories from the Packers vs. Cowboys game, and he’s reunited with the Legendary Dame Ellzey for a packed show. The duo dives into the breakdown between Ascension and United Health Care—and what that means for Milwaukee residents who rely on both. Then, the conversation shifts to the ongoing government shutdown, drawing connections between federal gridlock and local impact. Homer and Dame challenge the idea of living in a bubble, reminding listeners: even if you think it won’t affect you—it will.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2025 13:02:57 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241768</guid><enclosure length="44260392" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7738176_2025-10-01-135516.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow is back from Dallas with stories from the Packers vs. Cowboys game, and he’s reunited with the Legendary Dame Ellzey for a packed show. The duo dives into the breakdown between Ascension and United Health Care—and what that means for Milwaukee residents who rely on both. Then, the conversation shifts to the ongoing government shutdown, drawing connections between federal gridlock and local impact. 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Homer and Dame challenge the idea of living in a bubble, reminding listeners: even if you think it won’t affect you—it will.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:05</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>The Legendary Homer Blow is back from Dallas with stories from the Packers vs. Cowboys game, and he’s reunited with the Legendary Dame Ellzey for a packed show. The duo dives into the breakdown between Ascension and United Health Care—and what that means for Milwaukee residents who rely on both. Then, the conversation shifts to the ongoing government shutdown, drawing connections between federal gridlock and local impact. Homer and Dame challenge the idea of living in a bubble, reminding listeners: even if you think it won’t affect you—it will.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Gen Hardships &amp; GOP Shakeups (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/30/truth-in-the-morning-0ts3xhg23abw5o3fomptvvcgk8mio40z</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Dame Ellzey reflects on how his generation is facing its first real hardship, comparing today’s struggles to slavery and Jim Crow. The discussion shifts to Trump’s attacks and the fallout in Wisconsin, including Special Ed funding cuts. Then it’s politics on blast: Bill Berrien enters the chat, and the Republican who dropped out of the governor’s race sparks debate. 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Black Republican callers join in with their perspectives on Trump and the future of the party.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:22</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Dame Ellzey reflects on how his generation is facing its first real hardship, comparing today’s struggles to slavery and Jim Crow. The discussion shifts to Trump’s attacks and the fallout in Wisconsin, including Special Ed funding cuts. Then it’s politics on blast: Bill Berrien enters the chat, and the Republican who dropped out of the governor’s race sparks debate. Black Republican callers join in with their perspectives on Trump and the future of the party.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: First Jobs and Bad Bunny vs. Trump (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/30/truth-in-the-morning-gquq1deeckttd6cbhw9idhqouopm4dap</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey kick off the show reminiscing about their first jobs — and why fast food wasn’t it. The convo heats up as they dive into Bad Bunny’s rumored Super Bowl performance and whether the NFL is sending a message following Kendrick Lamar’s set last year. Is this a clapback to Trump? Callers weigh in. Then, the tone shifts as Dame and Bailey tackle the Trump administration’s funding cuts to Special Ed in Wisconsin. What does this mean for teachers and training programs? 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More callers join the discussion as the crew breaks it all down.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:33</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey kick off the show reminiscing about their first jobs — and why fast food wasn’t it. The convo heats up as they dive into Bad Bunny’s rumored Super Bowl performance and whether the NFL is sending a message following Kendrick Lamar’s set last year. Is this a clapback to Trump? Callers weigh in. Then, the tone shifts as Dame and Bailey tackle the Trump administration’s funding cuts to Special Ed in Wisconsin. What does this mean for teachers and training programs? More callers join the discussion as the crew breaks it all down.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Dirty Cities, Reality TV &amp; Raising Aware Kids</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/29/truth-in-the-morning-0dxxi7tnwtizr0bpfzkyeknazuhnjdry</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey react to a new list naming the dirtiest cities in America, then welcome Lee Hawkins from NABJ Milwaukee to discuss his powerful book “I Am Nobody’s Slave.” Dame shares his weekend binge of reality TV, sparking a deeper convo on how the genre has evolved—and whether it’s harming today’s youth. Callers join in, sharing thoughts on parenting, media influence, and the importance of monitoring what kids watch.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 13:51:19 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241777</guid><enclosure length="45497712" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7733856_2025-09-29-142956.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey react to a new list naming the dirtiest cities in America, then welcome Lee Hawkins from NABJ Milwaukee to discuss his powerful book “I Am Nobody’s Slave.” Dame shares his weekend binge of reality TV, sparking a deeper convo on how the genre has evolved—and whether it’s harming today’s youth. 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Callers join in, sharing thoughts on parenting, media influence, and the importance of monitoring what kids watch.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Weekend Reflections</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/29/truth-in-the-morning-2spgntiwlifcfbt6k0wbq4jeeiv8texd</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey unpack their weekend, discuss Gladys Knight’s conservatorship, and dive into the rise in shootings across the U.S.—connecting mental health and veterans’ issues. They explore VA budget cuts, Planned Parenthood’s abortion pause, and the shifting priorities behind SNAP cuts and ICE funding.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 13:47:13 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241780</guid><enclosure length="45256540" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7733825_2025-09-29-133025.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey unpack their weekend, discuss Gladys Knight’s conservatorship, and dive into the rise in shootings across the U.S.—connecting mental health and veterans’ issues. 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The show wraps with a serious turn, discussing disturbing reports out of Alabama involving tunnel-based trafficking, and why the National Guard should be focused on stopping those crimes instead of patrolling cities like Chicago or MKE.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2025 14:49:45 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241782</guid><enclosure length="45329940" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7731405_2025-09-26-140605.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey kick things off with “What the Business Is,” inviting callers to spotlight their local hustles and share what’s moving in Milwaukee. The convo heats up as they revisit Trump’s alleged plans to go after Obama, the Clintons, and other political figures. Then it’s “Sipp to That”—a laid-back segment recapping the weekend’s best moments. 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The show wraps with a serious turn, discussing disturbing reports out of Alabama involving tunnel-based trafficking, and why the National Guard should be focused on stopping those crimes instead of patrolling cities like Chicago or MKE.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:12</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey Coleman and Dame Ellzey kick things off with “What the Business Is,” inviting callers to spotlight their local hustles and share what’s moving in Milwaukee. The convo heats up as they revisit Trump’s alleged plans to go after Obama, the Clintons, and other political figures. Then it’s “Sipp to That”—a laid-back segment recapping the weekend’s best moments. The show wraps with a serious turn, discussing disturbing reports out of Alabama involving tunnel-based trafficking, and why the National Guard should be focused on stopping those crimes instead of patrolling cities like Chicago or MKE.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning:  Playoffs, Politics &amp; Passion</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/26/truth-in-the-morning-spbdagacwsvczplo0l64onaqwtbyizby</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and Legendary Dame Ellzey dive into the Milwaukee Brewers clinching a playoff spot and what it means for the city. Then, the conversation shifts to hoops—how basketball has become a cultural cornerstone in Milwaukee. Things heat up as they unpack reports about Trump allegedly wanting to target Obama and other political rivals. The lines light up as callers jump in with their takes, sparking a lively and layered discussion that blends sports, politics, and community vibes.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2025 14:34:38 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241785</guid><enclosure length="44428165" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7731387_2025-09-26-140127.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and Legendary Dame Ellzey dive into the Milwaukee Brewers clinching a playoff spot and what it means for the city. Then, the conversation shifts to hoops—how basketball has become a cultural cornerstone in Milwaukee. Things heat up as they unpack reports about Trump allegedly wanting to target Obama and other political rivals. The lines light up as callers jump in with their takes, sparking a lively and layered discussion that blends sports, politics, and community vibes.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey Coleman and Legendary Dame Ellzey dive into the Milwaukee Brewers clinching a playoff spot and what it means for the city. Then, the conversation shifts to hoops—how basketball has become a cultural cornerstone in Milwaukee. Things heat up as th...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey Coleman and Legendary Dame Ellzey dive into the Milwaukee Brewers clinching a playoff spot and what it means for the city. Then, the conversation shifts to hoops—how basketball has become a cultural cornerstone in Milwaukee. Things heat up as they unpack reports about Trump allegedly wanting to target Obama and other political rivals. The lines light up as callers jump in with their takes, sparking a lively and layered discussion that blends sports, politics, and community vibes.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:16</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey Coleman and Legendary Dame Ellzey dive into the Milwaukee Brewers clinching a playoff spot and what it means for the city. Then, the conversation shifts to hoops—how basketball has become a cultural cornerstone in Milwaukee. Things heat up as they unpack reports about Trump allegedly wanting to target Obama and other political rivals. The lines light up as callers jump in with their takes, sparking a lively and layered discussion that blends sports, politics, and community vibes.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Modern Choices: Parenthood, Faith &amp; Identity (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/25/truth-in-the-morning-opodicagl6jgg15lzkvz5kovp7rb9nt0</link><description>&lt;p&gt;A new study from the University of New Hampshire reveals a growing trend: more women are choosing to delay motherhood—or opting out entirely. Denies Thomas and The Legendary Homer Blow dive into the cultural shifts behind this, opening the phone lines to hear from listeners. Homer shares insights on how many Black youth are embracing church and marriage before starting families, while DT highlights the rise of LGBTQ+ youth and evolving ideas around relationships and parenting.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation deepens as callers weigh in with personal stories. One father shares his journey, sparking a heartfelt moment where DT opens up about her own experience. From societal expectations to personal choices, this episode explores how modern identity, faith, and family intersect—and why, as Homer says, “it takes two to tango.”&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 13:54:33 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241787</guid><enclosure length="42372956" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7729209_2025-09-25-140909.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;A new study from the University of New Hampshire reveals a growing trend: more women are choosing to delay motherhood—or opting out entirely. Denies Thomas and The Legendary Homer Blow dive into the cultural shifts behind this, opening the phone lines to hear from listeners. Homer shares insights on how many Black youth are embracing church and marriage before starting families, while DT highlights the rise of LGBTQ+ youth and evolving ideas around relationships and parenting.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation deepens as callers weigh in with personal stories. One father shares his journey, sparking a heartfelt moment where DT opens up about her own experience. From societal expectations to personal choices, this episode explores how modern identity, faith, and family intersect—and why, as Homer says, “it takes two to tango.”&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>A new study from the University of New Hampshire reveals a growing trend: more women are choosing to delay motherhood—or opting out entirely. Denies Thomas and The Legendary Homer Blow dive into the cultural shifts behind this, opening the phone lines ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>A new study from the University of New Hampshire reveals a growing trend: more women are choosing to delay motherhood—or opting out entirely. Denies Thomas and The Legendary Homer Blow dive into the cultural shifts behind this, opening the phone lines to hear from listeners. Homer shares insights on how many Black youth are embracing church and marriage before starting families, while DT highlights the rise of LGBTQ+ youth and evolving ideas around relationships and parenting. The conversation deepens as callers weigh in with personal stories. One father shares his journey, sparking a heartfelt moment where DT opens up about her own experience. From societal expectations to personal choices, this episode explores how modern identity, faith, and family intersect—and why, as Homer says, “it takes two to tango.”</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>44:07</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>A new study from the University of New Hampshire reveals a growing trend: more women are choosing to delay motherhood—or opting out entirely. Denies Thomas and The Legendary Homer Blow dive into the cultural shifts behind this, opening the phone lines to hear from listeners. Homer shares insights on how many Black youth are embracing church and marriage before starting families, while DT highlights the rise of LGBTQ+ youth and evolving ideas around relationships and parenting. The conversation deepens as callers weigh in with personal stories. One father shares his journey, sparking a heartfelt moment where DT opens up about her own experience. From societal expectations to personal choices, this episode explores how modern identity, faith, and family intersect—and why, as Homer says, “it takes two to tango.”</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Moring: Powerball Dreams &amp; Global Adventures (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/25/truth-in-the-morning-yp3acjetc4sbcsqrw4bbtzvfah9etclq</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Denise Thomas claims her spot in the big chair and gives the Legendary Homer Blow his well-deserved flowers in a heartfelt moment. The duo dives into the wild story of the Missouri Powerball winner—what would you do with that kind of money? The conversation flows from fantasy spending to real-world travel as Craig Henry from The Travel Junkie joins live from South Korea, sharing insights and stories from his global adventures. It’s a mix of laughs, love, and wanderlust you won’t want to miss.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 12:49:37 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241788</guid><enclosure length="46745518" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7729036_2025-09-25-133436.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Denise Thomas claims her spot in the big chair and gives the Legendary Homer Blow his well-deserved flowers in a heartfelt moment. The duo dives into the wild story of the Missouri Powerball winner—what would you do with that kind of money? The conversation flows from fantasy spending to real-world travel as Craig Henry from The Travel Junkie joins live from South Korea, sharing insights and stories from his global adventures. It’s a mix of laughs, love, and wanderlust you won’t want to miss.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Denise Thomas claims her spot in the big chair and gives the Legendary Homer Blow his well-deserved flowers in a heartfelt moment. The duo dives into the wild story of the Missouri Powerball winner—what would you do with that kind of money? The convers...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Denise Thomas claims her spot in the big chair and gives the Legendary Homer Blow his well-deserved flowers in a heartfelt moment. The duo dives into the wild story of the Missouri Powerball winner—what would you do with that kind of money? The conversation flows from fantasy spending to real-world travel as Craig Henry from The Travel Junkie joins live from South Korea, sharing insights and stories from his global adventures. It’s a mix of laughs, love, and wanderlust you won’t want to miss.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:41</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Denise Thomas claims her spot in the big chair and gives the Legendary Homer Blow his well-deserved flowers in a heartfelt moment. The duo dives into the wild story of the Missouri Powerball winner—what would you do with that kind of money? The conversation flows from fantasy spending to real-world travel as Craig Henry from The Travel Junkie joins live from South Korea, sharing insights and stories from his global adventures. It’s a mix of laughs, love, and wanderlust you won’t want to miss.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Streets, Speech &amp; Spending Right (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/24/truth-in-the-morning-0qt4chrkj1w0gf37jaxoczai7niaiz3c</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Callers join in as the hosts unpack the new $500 fines aimed at stopping people from recording and posting street takeover videos. Dame connects the issue to the city’s shrinking budget, pointing out how potholes and infrastructure are suffering. The duo then breaks down how to engage with your alderperson, why listening sessions matter, and how community voices can shape policy.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They wrap up with a call to action: community leaders need to show up. If you care about your neighborhood, it starts with being in the room.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2025 13:50:09 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241792</guid><enclosure length="44994396" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7726814_2025-09-24-140814.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Callers join in as the hosts unpack the new $500 fines aimed at stopping people from recording and posting street takeover videos. Dame connects the issue to the city’s shrinking budget, pointing out how potholes and infrastructure are suffering. The duo then breaks down how to engage with your alderperson, why listening sessions matter, and how community voices can shape policy.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;They wrap up with a call to action: community leaders need to show up. If you care about your neighborhood, it starts with being in the room.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Callers join in as the hosts unpack the new $500 fines aimed at stopping people from recording and posting street takeover videos. Dame connects the issue to the city’s shrinking budget, pointing out how potholes and infrastructure are suffering. The d...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Callers join in as the hosts unpack the new $500 fines aimed at stopping people from recording and posting street takeover videos. Dame connects the issue to the city’s shrinking budget, pointing out how potholes and infrastructure are suffering. The duo then breaks down how to engage with your alderperson, why listening sessions matter, and how community voices can shape policy. They wrap up with a call to action: community leaders need to show up. If you care about your neighborhood, it starts with being in the room.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:51</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Callers join in as the hosts unpack the new $500 fines aimed at stopping people from recording and posting street takeover videos. Dame connects the issue to the city’s shrinking budget, pointing out how potholes and infrastructure are suffering. The duo then breaks down how to engage with your alderperson, why listening sessions matter, and how community voices can shape policy. They wrap up with a call to action: community leaders need to show up. If you care about your neighborhood, it starts with being in the room.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Say That, Not This (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/24/truth-in-the-morning-vt2a6fpbzbdubygqusas47qvt5fmoqli</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey dive into the nuances of respectful language when talking about little people—what’s okay, what’s outdated, and why words matter. The conversation then shifts to billionaire MacKenzie Scott’s powerful $70 million donation to HBCUs, sparking a discussion on how wealth can be used for real impact. Later, the duo reacts to a new unanimous decision: anyone recording street takeovers can now be fined up to $500. Is that fair? And finally, they unpack the ethics of posting accident footage on social media—when does awareness cross the line into exploitation?&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2025 13:01:25 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241793</guid><enclosure length="44428165" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7726638_2025-09-24-135738.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey dive into the nuances of respectful language when talking about little people—what’s okay, what’s outdated, and why words matter. The conversation then shifts to billionaire MacKenzie Scott’s powerful $70 million donation to HBCUs, sparking a discussion on how wealth can be used for real impact. Later, the duo reacts to a new unanimous decision: anyone recording street takeovers can now be fined up to $500. Is that fair? And finally, they unpack the ethics of posting accident footage on social media—when does awareness cross the line into exploitation?&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey dive into the nuances of respectful language when talking about little people—what’s okay, what’s outdated, and why words matter. The conversation then shifts to billionaire MacKenzie Scott’s powerful $70 millio...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey dive into the nuances of respectful language when talking about little people—what’s okay, what’s outdated, and why words matter. The conversation then shifts to billionaire MacKenzie Scott’s powerful $70 million donation to HBCUs, sparking a discussion on how wealth can be used for real impact. Later, the duo reacts to a new unanimous decision: anyone recording street takeovers can now be fined up to $500. Is that fair? And finally, they unpack the ethics of posting accident footage on social media—when does awareness cross the line into exploitation?</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:16</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey dive into the nuances of respectful language when talking about little people—what’s okay, what’s outdated, and why words matter. The conversation then shifts to billionaire MacKenzie Scott’s powerful $70 million donation to HBCUs, sparking a discussion on how wealth can be used for real impact. Later, the duo reacts to a new unanimous decision: anyone recording street takeovers can now be fined up to $500. Is that fair? And finally, they unpack the ethics of posting accident footage on social media—when does awareness cross the line into exploitation?</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Unfair Rules (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/23/truth-in-the-morning-asd7pr3mbroutjqforwztou6mhwpbzf9</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Hour begins with Old National Bank SVP Tracy Meeks as he talks about small business lending and financial information that anyone can use.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Denis “DT” and The Legendary Dame Ellzey continue the conversation around the 11-year-old Michigan hero who stopped a school shooting—now facing expulsion. They highlight the GoFundMe support and Tyrese Haliburton’s $3K donation, while callers share their thoughts on justice and race.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2025 14:01:23 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241796</guid><enclosure length="44910510" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7724841_2025-09-23-144841.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Hour begins with Old National Bank SVP Tracy Meeks as he talks about small business lending and financial information that anyone can use.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Denis “DT” and The Legendary Dame Ellzey continue the conversation around the 11-year-old Michigan hero who stopped a school shooting—now facing expulsion. They highlight the GoFundMe support and Tyrese Haliburton’s $3K donation, while callers share their thoughts on justice and race.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Hour begins with Old National Bank SVP Tracy Meeks as he talks about small business lending and financial information that anyone can use. Denis "DT" and The Legendary Dame Ellzey continue the conversation around the 11-year-old Michigan hero who stopp...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Hour begins with Old National Bank SVP Tracy Meeks as he talks about small business lending and financial information that anyone can use. Denis "DT" and The Legendary Dame Ellzey continue the conversation around the 11-year-old Michigan hero who stopped a school shooting—now facing expulsion. They highlight the GoFundMe support and Tyrese Haliburton’s $3K donation, while callers share their thoughts on justice and race.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:46</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Hour begins with Old National Bank SVP Tracy Meeks as he talks about small business lending and financial information that anyone can use. Denis "DT" and The Legendary Dame Ellzey continue the conversation around the 11-year-old Michigan hero who stopped a school shooting—now facing expulsion. They highlight the GoFundMe support and Tyrese Haliburton’s $3K donation, while callers share their thoughts on justice and race.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Unspoken Rules (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/23/truth-in-the-morning-1wq76b0myzik1mfpbugme9di4rlqf594</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Denies “DT” Thomas and the Legendary Dame Ellzey break down why Dame’s earned his legendary status, then shift to Jimmy Kimmel’s comeback—and why it didn’t move the culture. They dive into the story of an 11-year-old Michigan hero who stopped a school shooting but got expelled. Dame calls out how rules seem built to punish Black kids, even when they do the right thing. Callers join in with powerful takes on justice, race, and what it means to be a hero.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2025 13:06:14 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241799</guid><enclosure length="45665484" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7724603_2025-09-23-132903.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Denies “DT” Thomas and the Legendary Dame Ellzey break down why Dame’s earned his legendary status, then shift to Jimmy Kimmel’s comeback—and why it didn’t move the culture. They dive into the story of an 11-year-old Michigan hero who stopped a school shooting but got expelled. Dame calls out how rules seem built to punish Black kids, even when they do the right thing. Callers join in with powerful takes on justice, race, and what it means to be a hero.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Denies "DT" Thomas and the Legendary Dame Ellzey break down why Dame’s earned his legendary status, then shift to Jimmy Kimmel’s comeback—and why it didn’t move the culture. They dive into the story of an 11-year-old Michigan hero who stopped a school ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Denies "DT" Thomas and the Legendary Dame Ellzey break down why Dame’s earned his legendary status, then shift to Jimmy Kimmel’s comeback—and why it didn’t move the culture. They dive into the story of an 11-year-old Michigan hero who stopped a school shooting but got expelled. Dame calls out how rules seem built to punish Black kids, even when they do the right thing. Callers join in with powerful takes on justice, race, and what it means to be a hero.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:33</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Denies "DT" Thomas and the Legendary Dame Ellzey break down why Dame’s earned his legendary status, then shift to Jimmy Kimmel’s comeback—and why it didn’t move the culture. They dive into the story of an 11-year-old Michigan hero who stopped a school shooting but got expelled. Dame calls out how rules seem built to punish Black kids, even when they do the right thing. Callers join in with powerful takes on justice, race, and what it means to be a hero.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Redistricting  (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/22/truth-in-the-morning-fx68s8ygnilzgxirnorxrvylr4pug522</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and Denise Thomas are back with a packed morning show. They start with the Bears win and Packers loss, then dive into how the midterms could impact vital community resources — from Obamacare to FEMA assistance. They break down David Crowley’s recent press release and clear up confusion about how to access funding. The conversation shifts to HBCU funding under the Trump administration — what’s behind it, and who benefits? Then it gets personal: Bailey and DT explore the challenges Black women face in the workforce, the pressure to earn degrees, and the nonstop hustle that’s kept Bailey away from home for three years. They wrap up with a playful debate — who wins in a showdown over Kidada Jones: Michael Jackson or Tupac?&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2025 13:54:08 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241801</guid><enclosure length="45487226" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7722671_2025-09-22-142511.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and Denise Thomas are back with a packed morning show. They start with the Bears win and Packers loss, then dive into how the midterms could impact vital community resources — from Obamacare to FEMA assistance. They break down David Crowley’s recent press release and clear up confusion about how to access funding. The conversation shifts to HBCU funding under the Trump administration — what’s behind it, and who benefits? Then it gets personal: Bailey and DT explore the challenges Black women face in the workforce, the pressure to earn degrees, and the nonstop hustle that’s kept Bailey away from home for three years. They wrap up with a playful debate — who wins in a showdown over Kidada Jones: Michael Jackson or Tupac?&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey Coleman and Denise Thomas are back with a packed morning show. They start with the Bears win and Packers loss, then dive into how the midterms could impact vital community resources — from Obamacare to FEMA assistance. They break down David Crow...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey Coleman and Denise Thomas are back with a packed morning show. They start with the Bears win and Packers loss, then dive into how the midterms could impact vital community resources — from Obamacare to FEMA assistance. They break down David Crowley’s recent press release and clear up confusion about how to access funding. The conversation shifts to HBCU funding under the Trump administration — what’s behind it, and who benefits? Then it gets personal: Bailey and DT explore the challenges Black women face in the workforce, the pressure to earn degrees, and the nonstop hustle that’s kept Bailey away from home for three years. They wrap up with a playful debate — who wins in a showdown over Kidada Jones: Michael Jackson or Tupac?</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:22</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey Coleman and Denise Thomas are back with a packed morning show. They start with the Bears win and Packers loss, then dive into how the midterms could impact vital community resources — from Obamacare to FEMA assistance. They break down David Crowley’s recent press release and clear up confusion about how to access funding. The conversation shifts to HBCU funding under the Trump administration — what’s behind it, and who benefits? Then it gets personal: Bailey and DT explore the challenges Black women face in the workforce, the pressure to earn degrees, and the nonstop hustle that’s kept Bailey away from home for three years. They wrap up with a playful debate — who wins in a showdown over Kidada Jones: Michael Jackson or Tupac?</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Bears, Ballots &amp; Black Women (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/22/truth-in-the-morning-aarzvhykaqegfes0g5u565izqxwu7n9i</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and Denise Thomas kick off the morning with a victory dance for the Bears and a side-eye at the Packers’ loss. But it’s not just football on the table — they dive into the upcoming midterms and how redistricting could shake up Wisconsin, especially Milwaukee. The conversation turns personal and powerful as they unpack the unemployment crisis among Black women, the pressure to pursue degrees, and the hustle culture that’s kept Bailey from spending a weekend at home in three years. Real talk, real issues, and a whole lot of running around — it’s a morning you don’t want to miss.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2025 12:22:30 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241805</guid><enclosure length="45508198" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7722501_2025-09-22-123201.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and Denise Thomas kick off the morning with a victory dance for the Bears and a side-eye at the Packers’ loss. But it’s not just football on the table — they dive into the upcoming midterms and how redistricting could shake up Wisconsin, especially Milwaukee. The conversation turns personal and powerful as they unpack the unemployment crisis among Black women, the pressure to pursue degrees, and the hustle culture that’s kept Bailey from spending a weekend at home in three years. Real talk, real issues, and a whole lot of running around — it’s a morning you don’t want to miss.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey Coleman and Denise Thomas kick off the morning with a victory dance for the Bears and a side-eye at the Packers’ loss. But it’s not just football on the table — they dive into the upcoming midterms and how redistricting could shake up Wisconsin,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey Coleman and Denise Thomas kick off the morning with a victory dance for the Bears and a side-eye at the Packers’ loss. But it’s not just football on the table — they dive into the upcoming midterms and how redistricting could shake up Wisconsin, especially Milwaukee. The conversation turns personal and powerful as they unpack the unemployment crisis among Black women, the pressure to pursue degrees, and the hustle culture that’s kept Bailey from spending a weekend at home in three years. Real talk, real issues, and a whole lot of running around — it’s a morning you don’t want to miss.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:23</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey Coleman and Denise Thomas kick off the morning with a victory dance for the Bears and a side-eye at the Packers’ loss. But it’s not just football on the table — they dive into the upcoming midterms and how redistricting could shake up Wisconsin, especially Milwaukee. The conversation turns personal and powerful as they unpack the unemployment crisis among Black women, the pressure to pursue degrees, and the hustle culture that’s kept Bailey from spending a weekend at home in three years. Real talk, real issues, and a whole lot of running around — it’s a morning you don’t want to miss.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Should Obama Run (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/19/truth-in-the-morning-tuk4ycm9idfgnkyi8gypltgyxqe3gtmh</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and the Legendary Homer Blow talk about the chance that Obama could run in 2028- would you vote for him?&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2025 13:47:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241810</guid><enclosure length="45078282" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7719878_2025-09-19-145218.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and the Legendary Homer Blow talk about the chance that Obama could run in 2028- would you vote for him?&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey Coleman and the Legendary Homer Blow talk about the chance that Obama could run in 2028- would you vote for him?</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey Coleman and the Legendary Homer Blow talk about the chance that Obama could run in 2028- would you vote for him?</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:57</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey Coleman and the Legendary Homer Blow talk about the chance that Obama could run in 2028- would you vote for him?</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: The Storage Unit (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/19/truth-in-the-morning-t8flcebqanloqlgo5n7qdqfmuyor3xgo</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and the Legendary Homer Blow kick off the morning with reflections on their journey in early radio hours, then dive into a chilling and bizarre story: a family discovered living in a storage unit. As details unfold, they explore who the adults were, what led to the situation, and take calls from listeners reacting to the shocking revelations. A mix of morning banter and true-life mystery you won’t want to miss.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2025 13:15:09 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241813</guid><enclosure length="44931481" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7719726_2025-09-19-131726.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Bailey Coleman and the Legendary Homer Blow kick off the morning with reflections on their journey in early radio hours, then dive into a chilling and bizarre story: a family discovered living in a storage unit. As details unfold, they explore who the adults were, what led to the situation, and take calls from listeners reacting to the shocking revelations. A mix of morning banter and true-life mystery you won’t want to miss.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Bailey Coleman and the Legendary Homer Blow kick off the morning with reflections on their journey in early radio hours, then dive into a chilling and bizarre story: a family discovered living in a storage unit. As details unfold, they explore who the ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Bailey Coleman and the Legendary Homer Blow kick off the morning with reflections on their journey in early radio hours, then dive into a chilling and bizarre story: a family discovered living in a storage unit. As details unfold, they explore who the adults were, what led to the situation, and take calls from listeners reacting to the shocking revelations. A mix of morning banter and true-life mystery you won’t want to miss.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:47</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Bailey Coleman and the Legendary Homer Blow kick off the morning with reflections on their journey in early radio hours, then dive into a chilling and bizarre story: a family discovered living in a storage unit. As details unfold, they explore who the adults were, what led to the situation, and take calls from listeners reacting to the shocking revelations. A mix of morning banter and true-life mystery you won’t want to miss.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Moring: Discipline, Community &amp; Staying in Your Kids’ Business (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/18/truth-in-the-morning-ox7qdnqlzz1llmxieeim94vaaru0fkfr</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Hour 2 opens with a serious discussion as Homer and Bailey react to a disturbing threat of a school shooting in Racine. They ask the hard questions: What are parents and grandparents doing to prevent this kind of violence? The conversation turns to the importance of discipline at home—and how it can be the difference between a child thriving or ending up behind bars.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Callers join in with powerful perspectives on shootings and the role of community. One caller challenges adults to lead by example, while Bailey highlights how some parents resist the idea of “the village” helping raise their kids. She shares a heartfelt message about starting traditions with your children—and how those moments leave lasting impact.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Bailey’s message is clear:&lt;br/&gt;
“You gotta stay in your kids’ business.”&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2025 14:11:53 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241816</guid><enclosure length="45193625" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7716839_2025-09-18-145239.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Hour 2 opens with a serious discussion as Homer and Bailey react to a disturbing threat of a school shooting in Racine. They ask the hard questions: What are parents and grandparents doing to prevent this kind of violence? The conversation turns to the importance of discipline at home—and how it can be the difference between a child thriving or ending up behind bars.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Callers join in with powerful perspectives on shootings and the role of community. One caller challenges adults to lead by example, while Bailey highlights how some parents resist the idea of “the village” helping raise their kids. She shares a heartfelt message about starting traditions with your children—and how those moments leave lasting impact.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Bailey’s message is clear:&lt;br/&gt;
“You gotta stay in your kids’ business.”&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Hour 2 opens with a serious discussion as Homer and Bailey react to a disturbing threat of a school shooting in Racine. They ask the hard questions: What are parents and grandparents doing to prevent this kind of violence? The conversation turns to the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Hour 2 opens with a serious discussion as Homer and Bailey react to a disturbing threat of a school shooting in Racine. They ask the hard questions: What are parents and grandparents doing to prevent this kind of violence? The conversation turns to the importance of discipline at home—and how it can be the difference between a child thriving or ending up behind bars. Callers join in with powerful perspectives on shootings and the role of community. One caller challenges adults to lead by example, while Bailey highlights how some parents resist the idea of “the village” helping raise their kids. She shares a heartfelt message about starting traditions with your children—and how those moments leave lasting impact. Bailey’s message is clear: “You gotta stay in your kids’ business.”</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:03</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Hour 2 opens with a serious discussion as Homer and Bailey react to a disturbing threat of a school shooting in Racine. They ask the hard questions: What are parents and grandparents doing to prevent this kind of violence? The conversation turns to the importance of discipline at home—and how it can be the difference between a child thriving or ending up behind bars. Callers join in with powerful perspectives on shootings and the role of community. One caller challenges adults to lead by example, while Bailey highlights how some parents resist the idea of “the village” helping raise their kids. She shares a heartfelt message about starting traditions with your children—and how those moments leave lasting impact. Bailey’s message is clear: “You gotta stay in your kids’ business.”</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Reckless Roads, Real Talk &amp; Sub Sandwich Diplomacy (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/18/truth-in-the-morning-0dwtovmlgku1i0aumahbxudjlijbl7tq</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick things off with Bailey’s reflections on her time in Washington, followed by a deep dive into Milwaukee’s reckless driving epidemic and the troubling lack of accountability. The conversation heats up as they tackle police chases, street takeovers, and the community’s response.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Callers jump in with their own takes, fueling a passionate discussion on responsibility and consequences. Then, things take a turn as Homer and Bailey unpack Donald Trump’s controversial comment about domestic violence in the home.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;To lighten the mood, the duo celebrates being the Cousin Sub of the Day—leading to a hilarious debate about Homer’s tradition of flying subs (with onions!) to snowbirds in Arizona and Texas. Is it genius or just plain wild? Tune in to find out.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2025 13:02:32 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241818</guid><enclosure length="44826624" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7716625_2025-09-18-132225.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick things off with Bailey’s reflections on her time in Washington, followed by a deep dive into Milwaukee’s reckless driving epidemic and the troubling lack of accountability. The conversation heats up as they tackle police chases, street takeovers, and the community’s response.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Callers jump in with their own takes, fueling a passionate discussion on responsibility and consequences. Then, things take a turn as Homer and Bailey unpack Donald Trump’s controversial comment about domestic violence in the home.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;To lighten the mood, the duo celebrates being the Cousin Sub of the Day—leading to a hilarious debate about Homer’s tradition of flying subs (with onions!) to snowbirds in Arizona and Texas. Is it genius or just plain wild? Tune in to find out.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick things off with Bailey’s reflections on her time in Washington, followed by a deep dive into Milwaukee’s reckless driving epidemic and the troubling lack of accountability. The conversation heats up as they tackle pol...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick things off with Bailey’s reflections on her time in Washington, followed by a deep dive into Milwaukee’s reckless driving epidemic and the troubling lack of accountability. The conversation heats up as they tackle police chases, street takeovers, and the community’s response. Callers jump in with their own takes, fueling a passionate discussion on responsibility and consequences. Then, things take a turn as Homer and Bailey unpack Donald Trump’s controversial comment about domestic violence in the home. To lighten the mood, the duo celebrates being the Cousin Sub of the Day—leading to a hilarious debate about Homer’s tradition of flying subs (with onions!) to snowbirds in Arizona and Texas. Is it genius or just plain wild? Tune in to find out.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:40</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick things off with Bailey’s reflections on her time in Washington, followed by a deep dive into Milwaukee’s reckless driving epidemic and the troubling lack of accountability. The conversation heats up as they tackle police chases, street takeovers, and the community’s response. Callers jump in with their own takes, fueling a passionate discussion on responsibility and consequences. Then, things take a turn as Homer and Bailey unpack Donald Trump’s controversial comment about domestic violence in the home. To lighten the mood, the duo celebrates being the Cousin Sub of the Day—leading to a hilarious debate about Homer’s tradition of flying subs (with onions!) to snowbirds in Arizona and Texas. Is it genius or just plain wild? Tune in to find out.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Trauma In the City (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/17/truth-in-the-morning-hulprvyldjilj5efyveitfusaagbjske</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey continue their deep dive into the emotional toll of recent events in the city. From the tragic death of an 11-year-old to teenagers hurt in a police chase and children found living in a storage bin, the episode explores how trauma keeps hitting communities in waves.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Homer reflects on the role of pride in preventing healing, urging listeners to work through it. Callers join in with powerful stories—one shares the reality of families living in storage units, while others offer insights on how they’ve moved past trauma. Caller Al brings a poignant perspective: sometimes trauma is brought onto you, without warning or fault.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation shifts to the topic of homelessness and generosity—how trauma might affect your willingness to give money to those in need. Throughout, Homer and Dame reference a Yale study showing how stress can be passed down, adding depth to the discussion on generational trauma.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2025 13:46:47 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241821</guid><enclosure length="44910510" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7714778_2025-09-17-144418.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey continue their deep dive into the emotional toll of recent events in the city. From the tragic death of an 11-year-old to teenagers hurt in a police chase and children found living in a storage bin, the episode explores how trauma keeps hitting communities in waves.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Homer reflects on the role of pride in preventing healing, urging listeners to work through it. Callers join in with powerful stories—one shares the reality of families living in storage units, while others offer insights on how they’ve moved past trauma. Caller Al brings a poignant perspective: sometimes trauma is brought onto you, without warning or fault.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation shifts to the topic of homelessness and generosity—how trauma might affect your willingness to give money to those in need. Throughout, Homer and Dame reference a Yale study showing how stress can be passed down, adding depth to the discussion on generational trauma.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey continue their deep dive into the emotional toll of recent events in the city. From the tragic death of an 11-year-old to teenagers hurt in a police chase and children found living in a storage bin, the episode ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey continue their deep dive into the emotional toll of recent events in the city. From the tragic death of an 11-year-old to teenagers hurt in a police chase and children found living in a storage bin, the episode explores how trauma keeps hitting communities in waves. Homer reflects on the role of pride in preventing healing, urging listeners to work through it. Callers join in with powerful stories—one shares the reality of families living in storage units, while others offer insights on how they’ve moved past trauma. Caller Al brings a poignant perspective: sometimes trauma is brought onto you, without warning or fault. The conversation shifts to the topic of homelessness and generosity—how trauma might affect your willingness to give money to those in need. Throughout, Homer and Dame reference a Yale study showing how stress can be passed down, adding depth to the discussion on generational trauma.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:46</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey continue their deep dive into the emotional toll of recent events in the city. From the tragic death of an 11-year-old to teenagers hurt in a police chase and children found living in a storage bin, the episode explores how trauma keeps hitting communities in waves. Homer reflects on the role of pride in preventing healing, urging listeners to work through it. Callers join in with powerful stories—one shares the reality of families living in storage units, while others offer insights on how they’ve moved past trauma. Caller Al brings a poignant perspective: sometimes trauma is brought onto you, without warning or fault. The conversation shifts to the topic of homelessness and generosity—how trauma might affect your willingness to give money to those in need. Throughout, Homer and Dame reference a Yale study showing how stress can be passed down, adding depth to the discussion on generational trauma.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Trauma in the City (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/17/truth-in-the-morning-gkebj2hizejvrx0rm9ie5wi3vois0362</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame open the show with a heavy heart, reflecting on a series of traumatic events shaking the city: the tragic death of an 11-year-old from a gunshot wound, teenagers injured in a police chase, and children discovered in a storage bin. As the community reels, the hosts ask a pressing question—how do we cope when the waves of trauma just keep coming?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Callers join in to share their own stories of pain, survival, and resilience. Homer and Dame explore how pride can be a barrier to seeking help, referencing a Yale study that reveals how stress can be passed down through generations. The conversation deepens as more voices join, creating a powerful collective reflection on trauma, healing, and the strength it takes to ask for help.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2025 12:59:15 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241825</guid><enclosure length="44333793" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7714558_2025-09-17-135458.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame open the show with a heavy heart, reflecting on a series of traumatic events shaking the city: the tragic death of an 11-year-old from a gunshot wound, teenagers injured in a police chase, and children discovered in a storage bin. As the community reels, the hosts ask a pressing question—how do we cope when the waves of trauma just keep coming?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Callers join in to share their own stories of pain, survival, and resilience. Homer and Dame explore how pride can be a barrier to seeking help, referencing a Yale study that reveals how stress can be passed down through generations. The conversation deepens as more voices join, creating a powerful collective reflection on trauma, healing, and the strength it takes to ask for help.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame open the show with a heavy heart, reflecting on a series of traumatic events shaking the city: the tragic death of an 11-year-old from a gunshot wound, teenagers injured in a police chase, and children discovered in a ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame open the show with a heavy heart, reflecting on a series of traumatic events shaking the city: the tragic death of an 11-year-old from a gunshot wound, teenagers injured in a police chase, and children discovered in a storage bin. As the community reels, the hosts ask a pressing question—how do we cope when the waves of trauma just keep coming? Callers join in to share their own stories of pain, survival, and resilience. Homer and Dame explore how pride can be a barrier to seeking help, referencing a Yale study that reveals how stress can be passed down through generations. The conversation deepens as more voices join, creating a powerful collective reflection on trauma, healing, and the strength it takes to ask for help.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:10</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame open the show with a heavy heart, reflecting on a series of traumatic events shaking the city: the tragic death of an 11-year-old from a gunshot wound, teenagers injured in a police chase, and children discovered in a storage bin. As the community reels, the hosts ask a pressing question—how do we cope when the waves of trauma just keep coming? Callers join in to share their own stories of pain, survival, and resilience. Homer and Dame explore how pride can be a barrier to seeking help, referencing a Yale study that reveals how stress can be passed down through generations. The conversation deepens as more voices join, creating a powerful collective reflection on trauma, healing, and the strength it takes to ask for help.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Guns &amp; Music</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/16/truth-in-the-morning-tqxmspkqekrtlw5scxdhhacitw7pjrbj</link><description>&lt;p&gt;As the conversation continues callers join in and point fingers at hip hop and rap music for the rise in youth violence. Dame and Homer push back, arguing that no other creators are blamed for community issues the way hip hop is—and that music isn’t the root cause of kids picking up guns. Dame shares a raw perspective on why he’d ride with the shooters in his community, but stresses they’re targeting the wrong people: “You can’t kill each other.” Homer expands on the idea of the village and how its role in raising youth has changed. The segment ends with powerful reflections on loyalty, leadership, and the urgent need for community accountability&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2025 13:39:40 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241827</guid><enclosure length="47437578" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7712308_2025-09-16-143708.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;As the conversation continues callers join in and point fingers at hip hop and rap music for the rise in youth violence. Dame and Homer push back, arguing that no other creators are blamed for community issues the way hip hop is—and that music isn’t the root cause of kids picking up guns. Dame shares a raw perspective on why he’d ride with the shooters in his community, but stresses they’re targeting the wrong people: “You can’t kill each other.” Homer expands on the idea of the village and how its role in raising youth has changed. The segment ends with powerful reflections on loyalty, leadership, and the urgent need for community accountability&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>As the conversation continues callers join in and point fingers at hip hop and rap music for the rise in youth violence. Dame and Homer push back, arguing that no other creators are blamed for community issues the way hip hop is—and that music isn’t th...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>As the conversation continues callers join in and point fingers at hip hop and rap music for the rise in youth violence. Dame and Homer push back, arguing that no other creators are blamed for community issues the way hip hop is—and that music isn’t the root cause of kids picking up guns. Dame shares a raw perspective on why he’d ride with the shooters in his community, but stresses they’re targeting the wrong people: “You can’t kill each other.” Homer expands on the idea of the village and how its role in raising youth has changed. The segment ends with powerful reflections on loyalty, leadership, and the urgent need for community accountability</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>49:23</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>As the conversation continues callers join in and point fingers at hip hop and rap music for the rise in youth violence. Dame and Homer push back, arguing that no other creators are blamed for community issues the way hip hop is—and that music isn’t the root cause of kids picking up guns. Dame shares a raw perspective on why he’d ride with the shooters in his community, but stresses they’re targeting the wrong people: “You can’t kill each other.” Homer expands on the idea of the village and how its role in raising youth has changed. The segment ends with powerful reflections on loyalty, leadership, and the urgent need for community accountability</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: The Village is Failing (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/16/truth-in-the-morning-cwosxik9hg6riq4rbbdkxgrb3mwrgqqz</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Dame Ellzey shares a personal story about his ceiling nearly collapsing due to a neighbor’s negligence—sparking a deeper conversation with Homer Blow about how bad tenants can ruin more than just property. The two dive into a disturbing video showing children in a cemetery wielding guns, reflecting on how unsafe Milwaukee’s youth have become. Dame emphasizes that the entire community bears responsibility, while Homer breaks down what he means when he says “the village” and how that concept has changed. Callers join in to share their thoughts on accountability, safety, and what it will take to turn things around.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2025 12:55:17 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241831</guid><enclosure length="44375736" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7712120_2025-09-16-125520.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Dame Ellzey shares a personal story about his ceiling nearly collapsing due to a neighbor’s negligence—sparking a deeper conversation with Homer Blow about how bad tenants can ruin more than just property. The two dive into a disturbing video showing children in a cemetery wielding guns, reflecting on how unsafe Milwaukee’s youth have become. Dame emphasizes that the entire community bears responsibility, while Homer breaks down what he means when he says “the village” and how that concept has changed. Callers join in to share their thoughts on accountability, safety, and what it will take to turn things around.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Dame Ellzey shares a personal story about his ceiling nearly collapsing due to a neighbor’s negligence—sparking a deeper conversation with Homer Blow about how bad tenants can ruin more than just property. The two dive into a disturbing video showing c...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Dame Ellzey shares a personal story about his ceiling nearly collapsing due to a neighbor’s negligence—sparking a deeper conversation with Homer Blow about how bad tenants can ruin more than just property. The two dive into a disturbing video showing children in a cemetery wielding guns, reflecting on how unsafe Milwaukee’s youth have become. Dame emphasizes that the entire community bears responsibility, while Homer breaks down what he means when he says “the village” and how that concept has changed. Callers join in to share their thoughts on accountability, safety, and what it will take to turn things around.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:12</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Dame Ellzey shares a personal story about his ceiling nearly collapsing due to a neighbor’s negligence—sparking a deeper conversation with Homer Blow about how bad tenants can ruin more than just property. The two dive into a disturbing video showing children in a cemetery wielding guns, reflecting on how unsafe Milwaukee’s youth have become. Dame emphasizes that the entire community bears responsibility, while Homer breaks down what he means when he says “the village” and how that concept has changed. Callers join in to share their thoughts on accountability, safety, and what it will take to turn things around.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: The Convo Continues: Silence, Speech &amp; Support (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/15/truth-in-the-morning-gyx50kfqlgu10sn2o9llvojura8nreee</link><description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of The Convo Continues, Homer and Dame dive into a series of pressing topics making waves across the country:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;NFL Silence: Homer calls out the five NFL teams that didn’t hold a moment of silence for Charlie Kirk, sparking a debate on public gestures and political alignment in sports.&lt;br/&gt;
Social Media &amp;amp; Employment: Can businesses fire you over your posts? The hosts explore the boundaries of free speech and corporate policy.&lt;br/&gt;
FEMA’s Flood Response: Dame and Homer assess FEMA’s efforts in the wake of recent flooding—what’s working, what’s not, and how people can request aid or information.&lt;br/&gt;
Local Help: Can the county building be used to assist residents in applying for FEMA aid? The hosts discuss practical solutions and community support.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2025 14:04:12 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241833</guid><enclosure length="45256540" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7710228_2025-09-15-145728.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of The Convo Continues, Homer and Dame dive into a series of pressing topics making waves across the country:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;NFL Silence: Homer calls out the five NFL teams that didn’t hold a moment of silence for Charlie Kirk, sparking a debate on public gestures and political alignment in sports.&lt;br/&gt;
Social Media &amp;amp; Employment: Can businesses fire you over your posts? The hosts explore the boundaries of free speech and corporate policy.&lt;br/&gt;
FEMA’s Flood Response: Dame and Homer assess FEMA’s efforts in the wake of recent flooding—what’s working, what’s not, and how people can request aid or information.&lt;br/&gt;
Local Help: Can the county building be used to assist residents in applying for FEMA aid? The hosts discuss practical solutions and community support.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>In this episode of The Convo Continues, Homer and Dame dive into a series of pressing topics making waves across the country: NFL Silence: Homer calls out the five NFL teams that didn't hold a moment of silence for Charlie Kirk, sparking a debate on pu...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>In this episode of The Convo Continues, Homer and Dame dive into a series of pressing topics making waves across the country: NFL Silence: Homer calls out the five NFL teams that didn't hold a moment of silence for Charlie Kirk, sparking a debate on public gestures and political alignment in sports. Social Media &amp; Employment: Can businesses fire you over your posts? The hosts explore the boundaries of free speech and corporate policy. FEMA’s Flood Response: Dame and Homer assess FEMA’s efforts in the wake of recent flooding—what’s working, what’s not, and how people can request aid or information. Local Help: Can the county building be used to assist residents in applying for FEMA aid? The hosts discuss practical solutions and community support.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:07</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>In this episode of The Convo Continues, Homer and Dame dive into a series of pressing topics making waves across the country: NFL Silence: Homer calls out the five NFL teams that didn't hold a moment of silence for Charlie Kirk, sparking a debate on public gestures and political alignment in sports. Social Media &amp; Employment: Can businesses fire you over your posts? The hosts explore the boundaries of free speech and corporate policy. FEMA’s Flood Response: Dame and Homer assess FEMA’s efforts in the wake of recent flooding—what’s working, what’s not, and how people can request aid or information. Local Help: Can the county building be used to assist residents in applying for FEMA aid? The hosts discuss practical solutions and community support.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning:  Weekend Vibes &amp; Fired Over Charlie Kirk? (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/15/truth-in-the-morning-fejvuajpi5g0ledoh6ch4occuk9gzrip</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame kick off the morning with stories from their weekend adventures—Dame hits the stage at Garfield Days, while Homer gets the VIP treatment at Taco &amp;amp; Tequila. Dame shares a wild encounter involving Lil Jon, and the duo dives into the controversy surrounding people getting fired and receiving death threats over Charlie Kirk comments. The conversation heats up with the story of a Milwaukee employee who lost their job, and callers chime in with their takes—including one bold suggestion: apply for the jobs of those getting fired!&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2025 13:16:58 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241837</guid><enclosure length="49345986" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7710112_2025-09-15-135112.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame kick off the morning with stories from their weekend adventures—Dame hits the stage at Garfield Days, while Homer gets the VIP treatment at Taco &amp;amp; Tequila. Dame shares a wild encounter involving Lil Jon, and the duo dives into the controversy surrounding people getting fired and receiving death threats over Charlie Kirk comments. The conversation heats up with the story of a Milwaukee employee who lost their job, and callers chime in with their takes—including one bold suggestion: apply for the jobs of those getting fired!&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame kick off the morning with stories from their weekend adventures—Dame hits the stage at Garfield Days, while Homer gets the VIP treatment at Taco &amp; Tequila. Dame shares a wild encounter involving Lil Jon, and the duo di...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame kick off the morning with stories from their weekend adventures—Dame hits the stage at Garfield Days, while Homer gets the VIP treatment at Taco &amp; Tequila. Dame shares a wild encounter involving Lil Jon, and the duo dives into the controversy surrounding people getting fired and receiving death threats over Charlie Kirk comments. The conversation heats up with the story of a Milwaukee employee who lost their job, and callers chime in with their takes—including one bold suggestion: apply for the jobs of those getting fired!</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>51:23</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame kick off the morning with stories from their weekend adventures—Dame hits the stage at Garfield Days, while Homer gets the VIP treatment at Taco &amp; Tequila. Dame shares a wild encounter involving Lil Jon, and the duo dives into the controversy surrounding people getting fired and receiving death threats over Charlie Kirk comments. The conversation heats up with the story of a Milwaukee employee who lost their job, and callers chime in with their takes—including one bold suggestion: apply for the jobs of those getting fired!</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: What the Biz Is: From Japan to Vegan Soul Food &amp; Garfield Days (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/12/truth-in-the-morning-swd3l9akird1rynk97hz2mkqxo1kicwb</link><description>&lt;p&gt;It’s all about the hustle on this episode of What the Biz Is! Callers dial in to spotlight their businesses, including Kayla Lewis Allen, who shares her exciting plans to take travelers to Japan in February 2026. Homer and Dame shout out Zakeya’s Vegan Soul Food and challenge her to bring in a taste test. In this week’s “Sipp to That,” Homer reminisces about Garfield Days while Dame gears up to perform. Plus, don’t miss the scoop on this Saturday’s Tacos &amp;amp; Tequila event. The show wraps with a wild story about a WPM worker caught on camera—Homer and Dame have thoughts.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 14:06:37 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241839</guid><enclosure length="45602570" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7707630_2025-09-12-145030.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;It’s all about the hustle on this episode of What the Biz Is! Callers dial in to spotlight their businesses, including Kayla Lewis Allen, who shares her exciting plans to take travelers to Japan in February 2026. Homer and Dame shout out Zakeya’s Vegan Soul Food and challenge her to bring in a taste test. In this week’s “Sipp to That,” Homer reminisces about Garfield Days while Dame gears up to perform. Plus, don’t miss the scoop on this Saturday’s Tacos &amp;amp; Tequila event. The show wraps with a wild story about a WPM worker caught on camera—Homer and Dame have thoughts.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>It’s all about the hustle on this episode of What the Biz Is! Callers dial in to spotlight their businesses, including Kayla Lewis Allen, who shares her exciting plans to take travelers to Japan in February 2026. Homer and Dame shout out Zakeya’s Vegan...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>It’s all about the hustle on this episode of What the Biz Is! Callers dial in to spotlight their businesses, including Kayla Lewis Allen, who shares her exciting plans to take travelers to Japan in February 2026. Homer and Dame shout out Zakeya’s Vegan Soul Food and challenge her to bring in a taste test. In this week’s “Sipp to That,” Homer reminisces about Garfield Days while Dame gears up to perform. Plus, don’t miss the scoop on this Saturday’s Tacos &amp; Tequila event. The show wraps with a wild story about a WPM worker caught on camera—Homer and Dame have thoughts.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:29</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>It’s all about the hustle on this episode of What the Biz Is! Callers dial in to spotlight their businesses, including Kayla Lewis Allen, who shares her exciting plans to take travelers to Japan in February 2026. Homer and Dame shout out Zakeya’s Vegan Soul Food and challenge her to bring in a taste test. In this week’s “Sipp to That,” Homer reminisces about Garfield Days while Dame gears up to perform. Plus, don’t miss the scoop on this Saturday’s Tacos &amp; Tequila event. The show wraps with a wild story about a WPM worker caught on camera—Homer and Dame have thoughts.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Packers, FEMA &amp; Breaking News (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/12/truth-in-the-morning-gbsjorqc4tazty2krbgvhciz0c3ksjlm</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick off the show celebrating the Packers’ win over Washington before diving into major headlines. FEMA has announced $29 million in funding—what does it mean, and how can seniors access the relief? Then, breaking news from Donald Trump: authorities may have apprehended the Charlie Kirk shooter. A caller joins to share thoughts on the suspect, sparking a lively discussion on conspiracy theories. From football to federal aid to fast-moving news, Homer and Dame bring their signature energy and insight to a packed episode&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 13:07:57 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241841</guid><enclosure length="44302336" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7707485_2025-09-12-132325.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick off the show celebrating the Packers’ win over Washington before diving into major headlines. FEMA has announced $29 million in funding—what does it mean, and how can seniors access the relief? Then, breaking news from Donald Trump: authorities may have apprehended the Charlie Kirk shooter. A caller joins to share thoughts on the suspect, sparking a lively discussion on conspiracy theories. From football to federal aid to fast-moving news, Homer and Dame bring their signature energy and insight to a packed episode&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick off the show celebrating the Packers' win over Washington before diving into major headlines. FEMA has announced $29 million in funding—what does it mean, and how can seniors access the relief? Then, breaki...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick off the show celebrating the Packers' win over Washington before diving into major headlines. FEMA has announced $29 million in funding—what does it mean, and how can seniors access the relief? Then, breaking news from Donald Trump: authorities may have apprehended the Charlie Kirk shooter. A caller joins to share thoughts on the suspect, sparking a lively discussion on conspiracy theories. From football to federal aid to fast-moving news, Homer and Dame bring their signature energy and insight to a packed episode</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:08</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey kick off the show celebrating the Packers' win over Washington before diving into major headlines. FEMA has announced $29 million in funding—what does it mean, and how can seniors access the relief? Then, breaking news from Donald Trump: authorities may have apprehended the Charlie Kirk shooter. A caller joins to share thoughts on the suspect, sparking a lively discussion on conspiracy theories. From football to federal aid to fast-moving news, Homer and Dame bring their signature energy and insight to a packed episode</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Martyrdom &amp; Misdirection (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/11/truth-in-the-morning-7s7ziwhkvhebjb0qvep2ubw1147jwkjn</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The conversation continues as Homer and Dame unpack the assassination of Charlie Kirk — a moment that’s being called a political flashpoint. A caller compares Kirk’s killing to the murder of George Floyd, saying, “You reap what you sow.” Another asks, “If he was a Republican, would we still be at war?” and wonders whether the National Guard will be sent to Utah.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Dame highlights RFK Jr.’s emotional tweet calling Kirk a “relentless crusader for free speech,” while Homer reacts to the news that Kirk was a vocal supporter of Kyle Rittenhouse — a connection that sparks intense debate.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Callers weigh in with raw, unfiltered takes.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame reflect on Kirk’s legacy, his ties to Trump, and the deeper questions about political violence, media priorities, and the future of free speech in America.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 14:09:39 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241843</guid><enclosure length="45634027" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7705442_2025-09-11-143442.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;The conversation continues as Homer and Dame unpack the assassination of Charlie Kirk — a moment that’s being called a political flashpoint. A caller compares Kirk’s killing to the murder of George Floyd, saying, “You reap what you sow.” Another asks, “If he was a Republican, would we still be at war?” and wonders whether the National Guard will be sent to Utah.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Dame highlights RFK Jr.’s emotional tweet calling Kirk a “relentless crusader for free speech,” while Homer reacts to the news that Kirk was a vocal supporter of Kyle Rittenhouse — a connection that sparks intense debate.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Callers weigh in with raw, unfiltered takes.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame reflect on Kirk’s legacy, his ties to Trump, and the deeper questions about political violence, media priorities, and the future of free speech in America.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>The conversation continues as Homer and Dame unpack the assassination of Charlie Kirk — a moment that’s being called a political flashpoint. A caller compares Kirk’s killing to the murder of George Floyd, saying, “You reap what you sow.” Another asks, ...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>The conversation continues as Homer and Dame unpack the assassination of Charlie Kirk — a moment that’s being called a political flashpoint. A caller compares Kirk’s killing to the murder of George Floyd, saying, “You reap what you sow.” Another asks, “If he was a Republican, would we still be at war?” and wonders whether the National Guard will be sent to Utah. Dame highlights RFK Jr.’s emotional tweet calling Kirk a “relentless crusader for free speech,” while Homer reacts to the news that Kirk was a vocal supporter of Kyle Rittenhouse — a connection that sparks intense debate. Callers weigh in with raw, unfiltered takes. Homer and Dame reflect on Kirk’s legacy, his ties to Trump, and the deeper questions about political violence, media priorities, and the future of free speech in America.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:31</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>The conversation continues as Homer and Dame unpack the assassination of Charlie Kirk — a moment that’s being called a political flashpoint. A caller compares Kirk’s killing to the murder of George Floyd, saying, “You reap what you sow.” Another asks, “If he was a Republican, would we still be at war?” and wonders whether the National Guard will be sent to Utah. Dame highlights RFK Jr.’s emotional tweet calling Kirk a “relentless crusader for free speech,” while Homer reacts to the news that Kirk was a vocal supporter of Kyle Rittenhouse — a connection that sparks intense debate. Callers weigh in with raw, unfiltered takes. Homer and Dame reflect on Kirk’s legacy, his ties to Trump, and the deeper questions about political violence, media priorities, and the future of free speech in America.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Water, Truth, and Tragedy (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/11/truth-in-the-morning-mt9we7onzjqtpdlnduu9iraywpmr3pgp</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer and Dame Ellzey kick off the show with a light-hearted look at the local water department and the buzz around The Truth streaming on Facebook. But things take a serious turn as they dive into the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk — a moment that has rocked the nation.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hosts unpack Kirk’s controversial comments about Black women, play clips from his recent speeches, and react to Donald Trump’s fiery Oval Office address blaming the “radical Left.” Callers join in, some arguing the tragedy is a distraction from the Epstein files, sparking a heated back-and-forth.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame continue the conversation with a deep dive into Kirk’s history, his connection to Trump, and what this moment means for political discourse in America.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 12:58:47 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241846</guid><enclosure length="45403340" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7705188_2025-09-11-134828.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer and Dame Ellzey kick off the show with a light-hearted look at the local water department and the buzz around The Truth streaming on Facebook. But things take a serious turn as they dive into the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk — a moment that has rocked the nation.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The hosts unpack Kirk’s controversial comments about Black women, play clips from his recent speeches, and react to Donald Trump’s fiery Oval Office address blaming the “radical Left.” Callers join in, some arguing the tragedy is a distraction from the Epstein files, sparking a heated back-and-forth.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame continue the conversation with a deep dive into Kirk’s history, his connection to Trump, and what this moment means for political discourse in America.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>The Legendary Homer and Dame Ellzey kick off the show with a light-hearted look at the local water department and the buzz around The Truth streaming on Facebook. But things take a serious turn as they dive into the assassination of conservative activi...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>The Legendary Homer and Dame Ellzey kick off the show with a light-hearted look at the local water department and the buzz around The Truth streaming on Facebook. But things take a serious turn as they dive into the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk — a moment that has rocked the nation. The hosts unpack Kirk’s controversial comments about Black women, play clips from his recent speeches, and react to Donald Trump’s fiery Oval Office address blaming the “radical Left.” Callers join in, some arguing the tragedy is a distraction from the Epstein files, sparking a heated back-and-forth. Homer and Dame continue the conversation with a deep dive into Kirk’s history, his connection to Trump, and what this moment means for political discourse in America.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:16</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>The Legendary Homer and Dame Ellzey kick off the show with a light-hearted look at the local water department and the buzz around The Truth streaming on Facebook. But things take a serious turn as they dive into the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk — a moment that has rocked the nation. The hosts unpack Kirk’s controversial comments about Black women, play clips from his recent speeches, and react to Donald Trump’s fiery Oval Office address blaming the “radical Left.” Callers join in, some arguing the tragedy is a distraction from the Epstein files, sparking a heated back-and-forth. Homer and Dame continue the conversation with a deep dive into Kirk’s history, his connection to Trump, and what this moment means for political discourse in America.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Red State Crime, Wisconsin’s Climate, and the Epstein Connection (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/10/truth-in-the-morning-ghxpunsogf0nwzrfc0iecuoo9bac9lea</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Callers jump in as Homer and Dame tackle the Trump–Epstein conversation, sparking debate across the lines. The duo then dives into the “Red State crime wave” and why media coverage seems to focus only on violence in blue cities. Al from Sherman Park calls in to defend the media’s take. The conversation shifts to Wisconsin’s political climate—why Trump struggles in the state, how Milwaukee voted in 2024, and what that means for 2025. Plus, Homer and Dame break down what it means to be “off off” and why taking care of your body isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2025 14:30:08 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241849</guid><enclosure length="44983910" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7703319_2025-09-10-143919.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Callers jump in as Homer and Dame tackle the Trump–Epstein conversation, sparking debate across the lines. The duo then dives into the “Red State crime wave” and why media coverage seems to focus only on violence in blue cities. Al from Sherman Park calls in to defend the media’s take. The conversation shifts to Wisconsin’s political climate—why Trump struggles in the state, how Milwaukee voted in 2024, and what that means for 2025. Plus, Homer and Dame break down what it means to be “off off” and why taking care of your body isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Callers jump in as Homer and Dame tackle the Trump–Epstein conversation, sparking debate across the lines. The duo then dives into the “Red State crime wave” and why media coverage seems to focus only on violence in blue cities. Al from Sherman Park ca...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Callers jump in as Homer and Dame tackle the Trump–Epstein conversation, sparking debate across the lines. The duo then dives into the “Red State crime wave” and why media coverage seems to focus only on violence in blue cities. Al from Sherman Park calls in to defend the media’s take. The conversation shifts to Wisconsin’s political climate—why Trump struggles in the state, how Milwaukee voted in 2024, and what that means for 2025. Plus, Homer and Dame break down what it means to be “off off” and why taking care of your body isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:50</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Callers jump in as Homer and Dame tackle the Trump–Epstein conversation, sparking debate across the lines. The duo then dives into the “Red State crime wave” and why media coverage seems to focus only on violence in blue cities. Al from Sherman Park calls in to defend the media’s take. The conversation shifts to Wisconsin’s political climate—why Trump struggles in the state, how Milwaukee voted in 2024, and what that means for 2025. Plus, Homer and Dame break down what it means to be “off off” and why taking care of your body isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: From Beats to Bombshells (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/10/truth-in-the-morning-vzwt0vb6gh57fca7h43vhphnkyf2xuu9</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame dive deep down the Hip Hop History Hole, reminiscing about a wild Bobby Brown concert at the Riverside. Homer drops a hot take: Michael Jackson was taller than most people think. Then, things get serious as they unpack the newly released Epstein note from the Wall Street Journal—is it legit, and what could it mean moving forward? The conversation heats up with a poll update: do you believe that’s Donald Trump’s signature? Callers jump in with their takes, adding fuel to the fire.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2025 13:04:03 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241852</guid><enclosure length="45267025" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7703028_2025-09-10-133728.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame dive deep down the Hip Hop History Hole, reminiscing about a wild Bobby Brown concert at the Riverside. Homer drops a hot take: Michael Jackson was taller than most people think. Then, things get serious as they unpack the newly released Epstein note from the Wall Street Journal—is it legit, and what could it mean moving forward? The conversation heats up with a poll update: do you believe that’s Donald Trump’s signature? Callers jump in with their takes, adding fuel to the fire.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame dive deep down the Hip Hop History Hole, reminiscing about a wild Bobby Brown concert at the Riverside. Homer drops a hot take: Michael Jackson was taller than most people think. Then, things get serious as they unpack the newly released...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame dive deep down the Hip Hop History Hole, reminiscing about a wild Bobby Brown concert at the Riverside. Homer drops a hot take: Michael Jackson was taller than most people think. Then, things get serious as they unpack the newly released Epstein note from the Wall Street Journal—is it legit, and what could it mean moving forward? The conversation heats up with a poll update: do you believe that’s Donald Trump’s signature? Callers jump in with their takes, adding fuel to the fire.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:08</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame dive deep down the Hip Hop History Hole, reminiscing about a wild Bobby Brown concert at the Riverside. Homer drops a hot take: Michael Jackson was taller than most people think. Then, things get serious as they unpack the newly released Epstein note from the Wall Street Journal—is it legit, and what could it mean moving forward? The conversation heats up with a poll update: do you believe that’s Donald Trump’s signature? Callers jump in with their takes, adding fuel to the fire.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: ICE in LA, Eyes on MKE</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/09/truth-in-the-morning-wkjkeqm2bd67v9xjgdjvs9gxh8xck8em</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey explore the local implications and why leadership matters now more than ever. They discuss the importance of having someone like David Crowley in the governor’s seat, especially with the looming threat of National Guard involvement in immigration enforcement and civil unrest scenarios.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation heats up when a caller joins to talk about policing and community trust. Dame and Homer find themselves at odds over the issue of compliance—sparking a passionate debate about civil liberties, public safety, and the role of law enforcement in immigrant communities.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 09 Sep 2025 14:11:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241855</guid><enclosure length="45812285" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7701146_2025-09-09-141546.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey explore the local implications and why leadership matters now more than ever. They discuss the importance of having someone like David Crowley in the governor’s seat, especially with the looming threat of National Guard involvement in immigration enforcement and civil unrest scenarios.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The conversation heats up when a caller joins to talk about policing and community trust. Dame and Homer find themselves at odds over the issue of compliance—sparking a passionate debate about civil liberties, public safety, and the role of law enforcement in immigrant communities.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey explore the local implications and why leadership matters now more than ever. They discuss the importance of having someone like David Crowley in the governor’s seat, especially with the looming threat of National Guard invol...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey explore the local implications and why leadership matters now more than ever. They discuss the importance of having someone like David Crowley in the governor’s seat, especially with the looming threat of National Guard involvement in immigration enforcement and civil unrest scenarios. The conversation heats up when a caller joins to talk about policing and community trust. Dame and Homer find themselves at odds over the issue of compliance—sparking a passionate debate about civil liberties, public safety, and the role of law enforcement in immigrant communities.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:42</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey explore the local implications and why leadership matters now more than ever. They discuss the importance of having someone like David Crowley in the governor’s seat, especially with the looming threat of National Guard involvement in immigration enforcement and civil unrest scenarios. The conversation heats up when a caller joins to talk about policing and community trust. Dame and Homer find themselves at odds over the issue of compliance—sparking a passionate debate about civil liberties, public safety, and the role of law enforcement in immigrant communities.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: Crowley for Governor (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/09/truth-in-the-morning-3uzrsiqpan7ufst1erlx187nknnvcsyg</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey are back in studio with fresh takes and lively conversation. Homer kicks things off with stories from his trip to Atlanta, where he attended the DJ Awards and reflects on the state of Hip Hop in today’s streaming-driven world. The show takes a political turn as news breaks that Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley is entering the race for Wisconsin Governor. Callers join the conversation, sharing what they hope Crowley will prioritize. Homer and Dame also break down Crowley’s campaign ad and what it signals about his platform. Tune in for culture, politics, and community voices.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 09 Sep 2025 13:17:55 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241858</guid><enclosure length="44260392" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7700929_2025-09-09-133329.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey are back in studio with fresh takes and lively conversation. Homer kicks things off with stories from his trip to Atlanta, where he attended the DJ Awards and reflects on the state of Hip Hop in today’s streaming-driven world. The show takes a political turn as news breaks that Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley is entering the race for Wisconsin Governor. Callers join the conversation, sharing what they hope Crowley will prioritize. Homer and Dame also break down Crowley’s campaign ad and what it signals about his platform. Tune in for culture, politics, and community voices.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey are back in studio with fresh takes and lively conversation. Homer kicks things off with stories from his trip to Atlanta, where he attended the DJ Awards and reflects on the state of Hip Hop in today’s streamin...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey are back in studio with fresh takes and lively conversation. Homer kicks things off with stories from his trip to Atlanta, where he attended the DJ Awards and reflects on the state of Hip Hop in today’s streaming-driven world. The show takes a political turn as news breaks that Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley is entering the race for Wisconsin Governor. Callers join the conversation, sharing what they hope Crowley will prioritize. Homer and Dame also break down Crowley’s campaign ad and what it signals about his platform. Tune in for culture, politics, and community voices.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:05</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>The Legendary Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey are back in studio with fresh takes and lively conversation. Homer kicks things off with stories from his trip to Atlanta, where he attended the DJ Awards and reflects on the state of Hip Hop in today’s streaming-driven world. The show takes a political turn as news breaks that Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley is entering the race for Wisconsin Governor. Callers join the conversation, sharing what they hope Crowley will prioritize. Homer and Dame also break down Crowley’s campaign ad and what it signals about his platform. Tune in for culture, politics, and community voices.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning:  "Is It Real or Just AI?" (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/08/truth-in-the-morning-dvkwkpcbckxhjzs7m3derlhr4nqj5poh</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Mel and Dame dive into the blurred lines between reality and artificial intelligence—how can you tell if something’s AI-generated or not? Dame gets personal, celebrating his daughter’s law school graduation and reflecting on being a proud girl dad. The conversation shifts to the value of a two-parent household and whether AI could ever replace real parenting.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Then it gets spicy: Dame calls out Will Smith for being “washed” and leaning on AI because he’s out of bars. Is the AI Will Smith crowd legit—or just sad? The hour wraps with a deep, slightly dystopian question: Should we be making AI children? Is that a future we should embrace or fear?&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2025 14:16:10 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241862</guid><enclosure length="45319454" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7698949_2025-09-08-144849.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Mel and Dame dive into the blurred lines between reality and artificial intelligence—how can you tell if something’s AI-generated or not? Dame gets personal, celebrating his daughter’s law school graduation and reflecting on being a proud girl dad. The conversation shifts to the value of a two-parent household and whether AI could ever replace real parenting.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Then it gets spicy: Dame calls out Will Smith for being “washed” and leaning on AI because he’s out of bars. Is the AI Will Smith crowd legit—or just sad? The hour wraps with a deep, slightly dystopian question: Should we be making AI children? Is that a future we should embrace or fear?&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Mel and Dame dive into the blurred lines between reality and artificial intelligence—how can you tell if something’s AI-generated or not? Dame gets personal, celebrating his daughter’s law school graduation and reflecting on being a proud girl dad. The...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Mel and Dame dive into the blurred lines between reality and artificial intelligence—how can you tell if something’s AI-generated or not? Dame gets personal, celebrating his daughter’s law school graduation and reflecting on being a proud girl dad. The conversation shifts to the value of a two-parent household and whether AI could ever replace real parenting. Then it gets spicy: Dame calls out Will Smith for being “washed” and leaning on AI because he’s out of bars. Is the AI Will Smith crowd legit—or just sad? The hour wraps with a deep, slightly dystopian question: Should we be making AI children? Is that a future we should embrace or fear?</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:11</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Mel and Dame dive into the blurred lines between reality and artificial intelligence—how can you tell if something’s AI-generated or not? Dame gets personal, celebrating his daughter’s law school graduation and reflecting on being a proud girl dad. The conversation shifts to the value of a two-parent household and whether AI could ever replace real parenting. Then it gets spicy: Dame calls out Will Smith for being “washed” and leaning on AI because he’s out of bars. Is the AI Will Smith crowd legit—or just sad? The hour wraps with a deep, slightly dystopian question: Should we be making AI children? Is that a future we should embrace or fear?</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning "Mel &amp; Dame Unfiltered" (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/08/truth-in-the-morning-osr67zvwitdaaipetzvc5vnspujc8xev</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Melanie Ricks and the legendary Dame kick off the morning with laughs, truth bombs, and a little chaos. Why is Dame considered a legend? The duo dives into their history and chemistry before unpacking Trump’s awkward moment at the US Open—just how brutal were those boos?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Then it gets wild: AI-generated Trump meets Apocalypse Now in a weekend spoof that has everyone talking. Was 9/11 an inside job? Mel and Dame don’t shy away from the tough questions. A caller joins the show with a provocative thought experiment: Would you still want to go to heaven if Trump and his supporters were there?&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2025 14:07:51 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241866</guid><enclosure length="45707427" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7698928_2025-09-08-140628.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Melanie Ricks and the legendary Dame kick off the morning with laughs, truth bombs, and a little chaos. Why is Dame considered a legend? The duo dives into their history and chemistry before unpacking Trump’s awkward moment at the US Open—just how brutal were those boos?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Then it gets wild: AI-generated Trump meets Apocalypse Now in a weekend spoof that has everyone talking. Was 9/11 an inside job? Mel and Dame don’t shy away from the tough questions. A caller joins the show with a provocative thought experiment: Would you still want to go to heaven if Trump and his supporters were there?&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Melanie Ricks and the legendary Dame kick off the morning with laughs, truth bombs, and a little chaos. Why is Dame considered a legend? The duo dives into their history and chemistry before unpacking Trump’s awkward moment at the US Open—just how brut...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Melanie Ricks and the legendary Dame kick off the morning with laughs, truth bombs, and a little chaos. Why is Dame considered a legend? The duo dives into their history and chemistry before unpacking Trump’s awkward moment at the US Open—just how brutal were those boos? Then it gets wild: AI-generated Trump meets Apocalypse Now in a weekend spoof that has everyone talking. Was 9/11 an inside job? Mel and Dame don’t shy away from the tough questions. A caller joins the show with a provocative thought experiment: Would you still want to go to heaven if Trump and his supporters were there?</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:35</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Melanie Ricks and the legendary Dame kick off the morning with laughs, truth bombs, and a little chaos. Why is Dame considered a legend? The duo dives into their history and chemistry before unpacking Trump’s awkward moment at the US Open—just how brutal were those boos? Then it gets wild: AI-generated Trump meets Apocalypse Now in a weekend spoof that has everyone talking. Was 9/11 an inside job? Mel and Dame don’t shy away from the tough questions. A caller joins the show with a provocative thought experiment: Would you still want to go to heaven if Trump and his supporters were there?</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: The "Talk"</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/05/truth-in-the-morning-puc1qinbjwihoucajafz6dyl7d8kvjly</link><description>&lt;p&gt;DT and Dame wrap up the vaccine conversation and shift gears to “The Talk”—the crucial conversation Black parents have with their children about navigating life in America. With news of military presence coming to Wisconsin and other major cities, they explore how this changes the dynamic and why it’s more important than ever to prepare our youth. As they sip on their morning drinks, DT and Dame keep it real about parenting, protection, and perspective. Callers join in to share how they’re approaching these conversations at home. The dialogue continues&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 14:07:54 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241869</guid><enclosure length="44008734" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7696318_2025-09-05-143018.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;DT and Dame wrap up the vaccine conversation and shift gears to “The Talk”—the crucial conversation Black parents have with their children about navigating life in America. With news of military presence coming to Wisconsin and other major cities, they explore how this changes the dynamic and why it’s more important than ever to prepare our youth. As they sip on their morning drinks, DT and Dame keep it real about parenting, protection, and perspective. Callers join in to share how they’re approaching these conversations at home. The dialogue continues&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>DT and Dame wrap up the vaccine conversation and shift gears to “The Talk”—the crucial conversation Black parents have with their children about navigating life in America. With news of military presence coming to Wisconsin and other major cities, they...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>DT and Dame wrap up the vaccine conversation and shift gears to “The Talk”—the crucial conversation Black parents have with their children about navigating life in America. With news of military presence coming to Wisconsin and other major cities, they explore how this changes the dynamic and why it’s more important than ever to prepare our youth. As they sip on their morning drinks, DT and Dame keep it real about parenting, protection, and perspective. Callers join in to share how they’re approaching these conversations at home. The dialogue continues</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:49</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>DT and Dame wrap up the vaccine conversation and shift gears to “The Talk”—the crucial conversation Black parents have with their children about navigating life in America. With news of military presence coming to Wisconsin and other major cities, they explore how this changes the dynamic and why it’s more important than ever to prepare our youth. As they sip on their morning drinks, DT and Dame keep it real about parenting, protection, and perspective. Callers join in to share how they’re approaching these conversations at home. The dialogue continues</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth In The Morning: To Vax or Not To Vax (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/05/truth-in-the-morning-k4szbz6jsdtaq6nezwz75nkwkzcyzsjn</link><description>&lt;p&gt;DT and Dame kick off the morning with a deep dive into the new Netflix documentary on Jussie Smollett, shedding light on a case many thought they understood—but didn’t. They’re joined by the MPS Superintendent to talk about the importance of vaccines for children, sparking a heartfelt conversation about their own youth and how today’s generation can better understand public health. Callers chime in with passionate takes on whether the government should influence personal health decisions. The conversation gets real, raw, and continues&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 13:24:24 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241872</guid><enclosure length="45151682" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7696128_2025-09-05-134228.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;DT and Dame kick off the morning with a deep dive into the new Netflix documentary on Jussie Smollett, shedding light on a case many thought they understood—but didn’t. They’re joined by the MPS Superintendent to talk about the importance of vaccines for children, sparking a heartfelt conversation about their own youth and how today’s generation can better understand public health. Callers chime in with passionate takes on whether the government should influence personal health decisions. The conversation gets real, raw, and continues&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>DT and Dame kick off the morning with a deep dive into the new Netflix documentary on Jussie Smollett, shedding light on a case many thought they understood—but didn’t. They’re joined by the MPS Superintendent to talk about the importance of vaccines f...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>DT and Dame kick off the morning with a deep dive into the new Netflix documentary on Jussie Smollett, shedding light on a case many thought they understood—but didn’t. They’re joined by the MPS Superintendent to talk about the importance of vaccines for children, sparking a heartfelt conversation about their own youth and how today’s generation can better understand public health. Callers chime in with passionate takes on whether the government should influence personal health decisions. The conversation gets real, raw, and continues</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:01</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>DT and Dame kick off the morning with a deep dive into the new Netflix documentary on Jussie Smollett, shedding light on a case many thought they understood—but didn’t. They’re joined by the MPS Superintendent to talk about the importance of vaccines for children, sparking a heartfelt conversation about their own youth and how today’s generation can better understand public health. Callers chime in with passionate takes on whether the government should influence personal health decisions. The conversation gets real, raw, and continues</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth in the Morning: The Al from Sherman Park Showdown (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/04/truth-in-the-morning-lqr8rzq3kvsg2prgu93hiofvhoc9pfko</link><description>&lt;p&gt;DT takes the mic and opens the lines—and the callers are fired up. One voice stands out: Al from Sherman Park, who defends the idea that D’Vontay Mitchell’s assailants weren’t in the wrong. The response? Unified outrage. Every caller disagrees, passionately challenging Al’s perspective.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;DT resets the conversation, diving deeper into the roots of self-hatred and how systemic issues lead people to undervalue themselves and others. It’s a raw, emotional, and necessary dialogue about justice, identity, and community accountability.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2025 14:08:09 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241875</guid><enclosure length="45025853" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7694195_2025-09-04-145735.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;DT takes the mic and opens the lines—and the callers are fired up. One voice stands out: Al from Sherman Park, who defends the idea that D’Vontay Mitchell’s assailants weren’t in the wrong. The response? Unified outrage. Every caller disagrees, passionately challenging Al’s perspective.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;DT resets the conversation, diving deeper into the roots of self-hatred and how systemic issues lead people to undervalue themselves and others. It’s a raw, emotional, and necessary dialogue about justice, identity, and community accountability.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>DT takes the mic and opens the lines—and the callers are fired up. One voice stands out: Al from Sherman Park, who defends the idea that D’Vontay Mitchell’s assailants weren’t in the wrong. The response? Unified outrage. Every caller disagrees, passion...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>DT takes the mic and opens the lines—and the callers are fired up. One voice stands out: Al from Sherman Park, who defends the idea that D’Vontay Mitchell’s assailants weren’t in the wrong. The response? Unified outrage. Every caller disagrees, passionately challenging Al’s perspective. DT resets the conversation, diving deeper into the roots of self-hatred and how systemic issues lead people to undervalue themselves and others. It’s a raw, emotional, and necessary dialogue about justice, identity, and community accountability.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:53</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>DT takes the mic and opens the lines—and the callers are fired up. One voice stands out: Al from Sherman Park, who defends the idea that D’Vontay Mitchell’s assailants weren’t in the wrong. The response? Unified outrage. Every caller disagrees, passionately challenging Al’s perspective. DT resets the conversation, diving deeper into the roots of self-hatred and how systemic issues lead people to undervalue themselves and others. It’s a raw, emotional, and necessary dialogue about justice, identity, and community accountability.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth in the Morning: Justice Denied?</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/04/truth-in-the-morning-pcqvemnldnahes6iwwhdblwyydfllvka</link><description>&lt;p&gt;DT steps in for Truth in the Morning with breaking news: the assailants in the tragic death of D’Vontay Mitchell will not face charges. DT dives deep into the facts of the case, revealing he first learned of the decision from NBC Nightly News—raising serious questions about Milwaukee’s national reputation.&lt;br/&gt;
Callers join the conversation, some in support, others challenging DT’s perspective, sparking a powerful and emotional debate about justice, accountability, and community response.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2025 13:01:20 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241878</guid><enclosure length="45539655" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7694000_2025-09-04-135300.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;DT steps in for Truth in the Morning with breaking news: the assailants in the tragic death of D’Vontay Mitchell will not face charges. DT dives deep into the facts of the case, revealing he first learned of the decision from NBC Nightly News—raising serious questions about Milwaukee’s national reputation.&lt;br/&gt;
Callers join the conversation, some in support, others challenging DT’s perspective, sparking a powerful and emotional debate about justice, accountability, and community response.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>DT steps in for Truth in the Morning with breaking news: the assailants in the tragic death of D’Vontay Mitchell will not face charges. DT dives deep into the facts of the case, revealing he first learned of the decision from NBC Nightly News—raising s...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>DT steps in for Truth in the Morning with breaking news: the assailants in the tragic death of D’Vontay Mitchell will not face charges. DT dives deep into the facts of the case, revealing he first learned of the decision from NBC Nightly News—raising serious questions about Milwaukee’s national reputation. Callers join the conversation, some in support, others challenging DT’s perspective, sparking a powerful and emotional debate about justice, accountability, and community response.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:25</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>DT steps in for Truth in the Morning with breaking news: the assailants in the tragic death of D’Vontay Mitchell will not face charges. DT dives deep into the facts of the case, revealing he first learned of the decision from NBC Nightly News—raising serious questions about Milwaukee’s national reputation. Callers join the conversation, some in support, others challenging DT’s perspective, sparking a powerful and emotional debate about justice, accountability, and community response.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth in the Morning: Talk Is Cheap, Action Is Priceless (Hour 2)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/03/truth-in-the-morning-k1jaaxxp2s7dasmfmzeg3wuyfzzev0cg</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The conversation continues on Truth in the Morning as Homer leans into a hard truth: we can keep talking, but without action, nothing changes. A caller joins to suggest bringing in more National Guard troops to reduce reliance on paid police—sparking a sharp debate. Dame and Homer push back, pointing out that deploying the Guard still comes with a cost, and deeper issues remain unresolved.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As the show winds down, Homer shares his upcoming plans, including a trip to Atlanta to accept a well-deserved award. It’s a mix of real talk, tough love, and a reminder that change takes more than conversation—it takes commitment.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2025 14:38:35 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241881</guid><enclosure length="44679823" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7691939_2025-09-03-145939.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;The conversation continues on Truth in the Morning as Homer leans into a hard truth: we can keep talking, but without action, nothing changes. A caller joins to suggest bringing in more National Guard troops to reduce reliance on paid police—sparking a sharp debate. Dame and Homer push back, pointing out that deploying the Guard still comes with a cost, and deeper issues remain unresolved.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As the show winds down, Homer shares his upcoming plans, including a trip to Atlanta to accept a well-deserved award. It’s a mix of real talk, tough love, and a reminder that change takes more than conversation—it takes commitment.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>The conversation continues on Truth in the Morning as Homer leans into a hard truth: we can keep talking, but without action, nothing changes. A caller joins to suggest bringing in more National Guard troops to reduce reliance on paid police—sparking a...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>The conversation continues on Truth in the Morning as Homer leans into a hard truth: we can keep talking, but without action, nothing changes. A caller joins to suggest bringing in more National Guard troops to reduce reliance on paid police—sparking a sharp debate. Dame and Homer push back, pointing out that deploying the Guard still comes with a cost, and deeper issues remain unresolved. As the show winds down, Homer shares his upcoming plans, including a trip to Atlanta to accept a well-deserved award. It’s a mix of real talk, tough love, and a reminder that change takes more than conversation—it takes commitment.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>46:31</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>The conversation continues on Truth in the Morning as Homer leans into a hard truth: we can keep talking, but without action, nothing changes. A caller joins to suggest bringing in more National Guard troops to reduce reliance on paid police—sparking a sharp debate. Dame and Homer push back, pointing out that deploying the Guard still comes with a cost, and deeper issues remain unresolved. As the show winds down, Homer shares his upcoming plans, including a trip to Atlanta to accept a well-deserved award. It’s a mix of real talk, tough love, and a reminder that change takes more than conversation—it takes commitment.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>Truth in the Morning: Health, Help, and Hard Truths (Hour 1)</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/09/03/truth-in-the-morning-qzmelife1qvinqnly1yyhaaqjvzayz5e</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame Ellzey kick off the show with a powerful reminder about the importance of taking your health seriously—physically, mentally, and spiritually. The conversation then shifts to a hot-button issue: the MP Union President’s call for the National Guard to come to Milwaukee. The hosts react to his interview with WINS and open the phone lines to hear what the community thinks.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Callers weigh in with passionate takes, many arguing that the National Guard wouldn’t solve the root causes of crime. As the discussion deepens, Dame makes a bold point: too many politicians are in it for themselves, not the people. The phone lines stay hot as listeners continue the conversation, bringing real talk and real perspectives to the airwaves.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2025 14:34:00 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241885</guid><enclosure length="44134563" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7691930_2025-09-03-141330.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Homer and Dame Ellzey kick off the show with a powerful reminder about the importance of taking your health seriously—physically, mentally, and spiritually. The conversation then shifts to a hot-button issue: the MP Union President’s call for the National Guard to come to Milwaukee. The hosts react to his interview with WINS and open the phone lines to hear what the community thinks.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Callers weigh in with passionate takes, many arguing that the National Guard wouldn’t solve the root causes of crime. As the discussion deepens, Dame makes a bold point: too many politicians are in it for themselves, not the people. The phone lines stay hot as listeners continue the conversation, bringing real talk and real perspectives to the airwaves.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Homer and Dame Ellzey kick off the show with a powerful reminder about the importance of taking your health seriously—physically, mentally, and spiritually. The conversation then shifts to a hot-button issue: the MP Union President’s call for the Natio...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Homer and Dame Ellzey kick off the show with a powerful reminder about the importance of taking your health seriously—physically, mentally, and spiritually. The conversation then shifts to a hot-button issue: the MP Union President’s call for the National Guard to come to Milwaukee. The hosts react to his interview with WINS and open the phone lines to hear what the community thinks. Callers weigh in with passionate takes, many arguing that the National Guard wouldn’t solve the root causes of crime. As the discussion deepens, Dame makes a bold point: too many politicians are in it for themselves, not the people. The phone lines stay hot as listeners continue the conversation, bringing real talk and real perspectives to the airwaves.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>45:57</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Homer and Dame Ellzey kick off the show with a powerful reminder about the importance of taking your health seriously—physically, mentally, and spiritually. The conversation then shifts to a hot-button issue: the MP Union President’s call for the National Guard to come to Milwaukee. The hosts react to his interview with WINS and open the phone lines to hear what the community thinks. Callers weigh in with passionate takes, many arguing that the National Guard wouldn’t solve the root causes of crime. As the discussion deepens, Dame makes a bold point: too many politicians are in it for themselves, not the people. The phone lines stay hot as listeners continue the conversation, bringing real talk and real perspectives to the airwaves.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>08/15/25 7AM: What the Business Is?</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/08/15/truth-in-the-morning-qi5xycyutgn7jhbm6jynpvssmursl6bn</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Jammin with Juice; it’s Glenn’s last day behind the producer board and we get into the biggest story of the day. Did Yachty go too far with his Geroge Floyd bar?&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2025 14:14:17 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241887</guid><enclosure length="46189772" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7649978_2025-08-15-141918.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Jammin with Juice; it’s Glenn’s last day behind the producer board and we get into the biggest story of the day. Did Yachty go too far with his Geroge Floyd bar?&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Jammin with Juice; it's Glenn's last day behind the producer board and we get into the biggest story of the day. Did Yachty go too far with his Geroge Floyd bar?</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Jammin with Juice; it's Glenn's last day behind the producer board and we get into the biggest story of the day. Did Yachty go too far with his Geroge Floyd bar?</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:06</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Jammin with Juice; it's Glenn's last day behind the producer board and we get into the biggest story of the day. Did Yachty go too far with his Geroge Floyd bar?</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>08/15/25 8AM: What the Business Is?</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/08/15/truth-in-the-morning-ltygfs75kb78zjhocmuiwmlbggunrmya</link><description>&lt;p&gt;What the Business is! Local business join the program to talk about what is happening in the community. Plus the convo continues on what is the most disrespectful bar.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2025 14:05:32 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241891</guid><enclosure length="46640660" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7649952_2025-08-15-144652.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;What the Business is! Local business join the program to talk about what is happening in the community. Plus the convo continues on what is the most disrespectful bar.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>What the Business is! Local business join the program to talk about what is happening in the community. Plus the convo continues on what is the most disrespectful bar.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>What the Business is! Local business join the program to talk about what is happening in the community. Plus the convo continues on what is the most disrespectful bar.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>48:35</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>What the Business is! Local business join the program to talk about what is happening in the community. Plus the convo continues on what is the most disrespectful bar.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>08/14/25 7AM: Is Cancel Culture OVER?</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/08/14/truth-in-the-morning-0uokhptdwyyj12wntpqf5zwt3a8dtc6i</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The Milwaukee Brewers just clinched their 12th straight win, triggering the legendary George Webb free burger tradition—but fans are asking: Why weren’t the burgers already ready? We break down the hype and the delay.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Something juicy: Spirit Airlines may be heading for liquidation. After emerging from bankruptcy last year, the budget carrier now warns it might not survive the next 12 months. Wendy Williams is back in headlines as her guardianship is officially upheld. A new medical evaluation reaffirms her diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia and aphasia, despite her legal team’s pushback&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;We dive deeper into the Kanye West documentary, In Whose Name?, which promises a raw look at Ye’s mental health, marriage, and public controversies. Could this be the moment cancel culture loses its grip? A caller joins to list all the times cancel culture didn’t stick .&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2025 14:31:08 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241894</guid><enclosure length="45550141" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7647877_2025-08-14-142617.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;The Milwaukee Brewers just clinched their 12th straight win, triggering the legendary George Webb free burger tradition—but fans are asking: Why weren’t the burgers already ready? We break down the hype and the delay.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Something juicy: Spirit Airlines may be heading for liquidation. After emerging from bankruptcy last year, the budget carrier now warns it might not survive the next 12 months. Wendy Williams is back in headlines as her guardianship is officially upheld. A new medical evaluation reaffirms her diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia and aphasia, despite her legal team’s pushback&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;We dive deeper into the Kanye West documentary, In Whose Name?, which promises a raw look at Ye’s mental health, marriage, and public controversies. Could this be the moment cancel culture loses its grip? A caller joins to list all the times cancel culture didn’t stick .&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>The Milwaukee Brewers just clinched their 12th straight win, triggering the legendary George Webb free burger tradition—but fans are asking: Why weren’t the burgers already ready? We break down the hype and the delay. Something juicy: Spirit Airlines m...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>The Milwaukee Brewers just clinched their 12th straight win, triggering the legendary George Webb free burger tradition—but fans are asking: Why weren’t the burgers already ready? We break down the hype and the delay. Something juicy: Spirit Airlines may be heading for liquidation. After emerging from bankruptcy last year, the budget carrier now warns it might not survive the next 12 months. Wendy Williams is back in headlines as her guardianship is officially upheld. A new medical evaluation reaffirms her diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia and aphasia, despite her legal team's pushback We dive deeper into the Kanye West documentary, In Whose Name?, which promises a raw look at Ye’s mental health, marriage, and public controversies. Could this be the moment cancel culture loses its grip? A caller joins to list all the times cancel culture didn’t stick .</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:26</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>The Milwaukee Brewers just clinched their 12th straight win, triggering the legendary George Webb free burger tradition—but fans are asking: Why weren’t the burgers already ready? We break down the hype and the delay. Something juicy: Spirit Airlines may be heading for liquidation. After emerging from bankruptcy last year, the budget carrier now warns it might not survive the next 12 months. Wendy Williams is back in headlines as her guardianship is officially upheld. A new medical evaluation reaffirms her diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia and aphasia, despite her legal team's pushback We dive deeper into the Kanye West documentary, In Whose Name?, which promises a raw look at Ye’s mental health, marriage, and public controversies. Could this be the moment cancel culture loses its grip? A caller joins to list all the times cancel culture didn’t stick .</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8/14/25 8AM: Convo Continues: “Only God Can Cancel People”</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/08/14/truth-in-the-morning-3vqfomflqndjfi5zyxdpww1gexti1xd9</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Noni Juice drops a bold take: “Only God can cancel people.” A caller joins the convo to unpack Kanye West’s shifting stances—has he flipped on everything? We explore whether the upcoming Kanye documentary could reshape his narrative and offer insight into his controversial statements. Plus, a hot take: should Will Smith drop a doc of his own? What would it reveal, and could it help reclaim his story?&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2025 14:11:49 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241897</guid><enclosure length="45550141" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7647837_2025-08-14-145537.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Noni Juice drops a bold take: “Only God can cancel people.” A caller joins the convo to unpack Kanye West’s shifting stances—has he flipped on everything? We explore whether the upcoming Kanye documentary could reshape his narrative and offer insight into his controversial statements. Plus, a hot take: should Will Smith drop a doc of his own? What would it reveal, and could it help reclaim his story?&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Noni Juice drops a bold take: “Only God can cancel people.” A caller joins the convo to unpack Kanye West’s shifting stances—has he flipped on everything? We explore whether the upcoming Kanye documentary could reshape his narrative and offer insight i...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Noni Juice drops a bold take: “Only God can cancel people.” A caller joins the convo to unpack Kanye West’s shifting stances—has he flipped on everything? We explore whether the upcoming Kanye documentary could reshape his narrative and offer insight into his controversial statements. Plus, a hot take: should Will Smith drop a doc of his own? What would it reveal, and could it help reclaim his story?</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:26</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Noni Juice drops a bold take: “Only God can cancel people.” A caller joins the convo to unpack Kanye West’s shifting stances—has he flipped on everything? We explore whether the upcoming Kanye documentary could reshape his narrative and offer insight into his controversial statements. Plus, a hot take: should Will Smith drop a doc of his own? What would it reveal, and could it help reclaim his story?</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8/13/25 7AM: How to Solve the Unhouse Problem</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/08/13/truth-in-the-morning-t1wajzrmelllj0s2nqgoxvazvqs5odzw</link><description>&lt;p&gt;🍔 Brewers Fans on Burger Watch — The team’s winning streak could mean free burgers for Milwaukee. We break down the delicious details.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;🚗 Water Street Crash Fallout — TMJ4’s viral video raises serious questions: Why wasn’t the driver held more accountable?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;🧃 Arizona Iced Tea’s 99¢ Legacy at Risk — Trump-era tariffs might finally crack the iconic price. Is inflation coming for your favorite drink?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;🏘️ Main Topic: The Homeless Crisis — Should homelessness be criminalized? We tackle the ethics, the politics, and the disconnect between Washington D.C. and the streets.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;📱 TikTok’s Age Requirement Debate — Should all social media platforms follow suit? We explore what’s at stake for kids, parents, and tech giants.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;🔥 It’s a packed episode with no easy answers — just real talk, bold takes, and juicy insights. Tap in, subscribe, and join the conversation.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2025 14:27:45 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241900</guid><enclosure length="45885685" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7645597_2025-08-13-143537.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;🍔 Brewers Fans on Burger Watch — The team’s winning streak could mean free burgers for Milwaukee. We break down the delicious details.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;🚗 Water Street Crash Fallout — TMJ4’s viral video raises serious questions: Why wasn’t the driver held more accountable?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;🧃 Arizona Iced Tea’s 99¢ Legacy at Risk — Trump-era tariffs might finally crack the iconic price. Is inflation coming for your favorite drink?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;🏘️ Main Topic: The Homeless Crisis — Should homelessness be criminalized? We tackle the ethics, the politics, and the disconnect between Washington D.C. and the streets.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;📱 TikTok’s Age Requirement Debate — Should all social media platforms follow suit? We explore what’s at stake for kids, parents, and tech giants.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;🔥 It’s a packed episode with no easy answers — just real talk, bold takes, and juicy insights. Tap in, subscribe, and join the conversation.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>🍔 Brewers Fans on Burger Watch — The team’s winning streak could mean free burgers for Milwaukee. We break down the delicious details. 🚗 Water Street Crash Fallout — TMJ4’s viral video raises serious questions: Why wasn’t the driver held more accountab...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>🍔 Brewers Fans on Burger Watch — The team’s winning streak could mean free burgers for Milwaukee. We break down the delicious details. 🚗 Water Street Crash Fallout — TMJ4’s viral video raises serious questions: Why wasn’t the driver held more accountable? 🧃 Arizona Iced Tea’s 99¢ Legacy at Risk — Trump-era tariffs might finally crack the iconic price. Is inflation coming for your favorite drink? 🏘️ Main Topic: The Homeless Crisis — Should homelessness be criminalized? We tackle the ethics, the politics, and the disconnect between Washington D.C. and the streets. 📱 TikTok’s Age Requirement Debate — Should all social media platforms follow suit? We explore what’s at stake for kids, parents, and tech giants. 🔥 It’s a packed episode with no easy answers — just real talk, bold takes, and juicy insights. Tap in, subscribe, and join the conversation.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:47</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>🍔 Brewers Fans on Burger Watch — The team’s winning streak could mean free burgers for Milwaukee. We break down the delicious details. 🚗 Water Street Crash Fallout — TMJ4’s viral video raises serious questions: Why wasn’t the driver held more accountable? 🧃 Arizona Iced Tea’s 99¢ Legacy at Risk — Trump-era tariffs might finally crack the iconic price. Is inflation coming for your favorite drink? 🏘️ Main Topic: The Homeless Crisis — Should homelessness be criminalized? We tackle the ethics, the politics, and the disconnect between Washington D.C. and the streets. 📱 TikTok’s Age Requirement Debate — Should all social media platforms follow suit? We explore what’s at stake for kids, parents, and tech giants. 🔥 It’s a packed episode with no easy answers — just real talk, bold takes, and juicy insights. Tap in, subscribe, and join the conversation.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8/13/25 8AM: How to Solve the Unhouse Problem</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/08/13/truth-in-the-morning-kqhpj3anannp6ay54jkmidvnlcdhuea0</link><description>&lt;p&gt;In this powerful episode of Jammin with Juice, Ben Jammin opens up about his personal journey through homelessness — a raw, emotional story that sheds light on the realities many face but few talk about.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;📞 Callers join in with their own experiences, adding layers of perspective and heart to the conversation.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;🏘️ Carrie introduces Community First Housing, a transformative initiative in Texas. Could a similar model work in Wisconsin? We explore the logistics, challenges, and potential impact of bringing it north.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;🐇 Then we tumble down a Rabbit Hole: What if Hip Hop never existed? Would the world be better, worse, or just… different? We unpack the cultural, social, and artistic ripple effects of one of the most influential genres in history.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;🎧 Tune in for real stories, bold ideas, and the kind of conversation that sticks with you long after the episode ends.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;#JamminWithJuice #BenJammin #HomelessnessAwareness #CommunityFirstVillage #WisconsinHousing #HipHopDebate #PodcastLife&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2025 14:18:33 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241904</guid><enclosure length="45885685" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7645585_2025-08-13-143925.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;In this powerful episode of Jammin with Juice, Ben Jammin opens up about his personal journey through homelessness — a raw, emotional story that sheds light on the realities many face but few talk about.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;📞 Callers join in with their own experiences, adding layers of perspective and heart to the conversation.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;🏘️ Carrie introduces Community First Housing, a transformative initiative in Texas. Could a similar model work in Wisconsin? We explore the logistics, challenges, and potential impact of bringing it north.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;🐇 Then we tumble down a Rabbit Hole: What if Hip Hop never existed? Would the world be better, worse, or just… different? We unpack the cultural, social, and artistic ripple effects of one of the most influential genres in history.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;🎧 Tune in for real stories, bold ideas, and the kind of conversation that sticks with you long after the episode ends.&lt;/p&gt;
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We explore the logistics, challenges, and potential impact of bringing it north. 🐇 Then we tumble down a Rabbit Hole: What if Hip Hop never existed? Would the world be better, worse, or just... different? We unpack the cultural, social, and artistic ripple effects of one of the most influential genres in history. 🎧 Tune in for real stories, bold ideas, and the kind of conversation that sticks with you long after the episode ends. #JamminWithJuice #BenJammin #HomelessnessAwareness #CommunityFirstVillage #WisconsinHousing #HipHopDebate #PodcastLife</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:47</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>In this powerful episode of Jammin with Juice, Ben Jammin opens up about his personal journey through homelessness — a raw, emotional story that sheds light on the realities many face but few talk about. 📞 Callers join in with their own experiences, adding layers of perspective and heart to the conversation. 🏘️ Carrie introduces Community First Housing, a transformative initiative in Texas. Could a similar model work in Wisconsin? We explore the logistics, challenges, and potential impact of bringing it north. 🐇 Then we tumble down a Rabbit Hole: What if Hip Hop never existed? Would the world be better, worse, or just... different? We unpack the cultural, social, and artistic ripple effects of one of the most influential genres in history. 🎧 Tune in for real stories, bold ideas, and the kind of conversation that sticks with you long after the episode ends. #JamminWithJuice #BenJammin #HomelessnessAwareness #CommunityFirstVillage #WisconsinHousing #HipHopDebate #PodcastLife</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8/12/25 7AM: The Reign of Donald Trump</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/08/12/truth-in-the-morning-vnxpmhtxhcboncmd1umsjnhdmns3j60e</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Jammin with Juice reacts to the news that the National Guard will be coming to Washington DC. Could Milwaukee be next? Would it curb the violence? Plus Something Juicy: Gay Marriage could be tested in the Supreme Court.&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2025 14:13:44 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241907</guid><enclosure length="45717913" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7643401_2025-08-12-141901.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Jammin with Juice reacts to the news that the National Guard will be coming to Washington DC. Could Milwaukee be next? Would it curb the violence? Plus Something Juicy: Gay Marriage could be tested in the Supreme Court.&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Jammin with Juice reacts to the news that the National Guard will be coming to Washington DC. Could Milwaukee be next? Would it curb the violence? Plus Something Juicy: Gay Marriage could be tested in the Supreme Court.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Jammin with Juice reacts to the news that the National Guard will be coming to Washington DC. Could Milwaukee be next? Would it curb the violence? Plus Something Juicy: Gay Marriage could be tested in the Supreme Court.</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:37</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Jammin with Juice reacts to the news that the National Guard will be coming to Washington DC. Could Milwaukee be next? Would it curb the violence? Plus Something Juicy: Gay Marriage could be tested in the Supreme Court.</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item><item><title>8/12/25 8AM: Do You Want the National Guard?</title><link>https://civicmedia.us/shows/truth-in-the-morning/2025/08/12/truth-in-the-morning-o8z7uda7u77vldqmekr8fgqzfrz4fm88</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Jammin with Juice on Tuesday reacts to President Trump’s announcement that he would bring the National Guard to DC. Could Milwaukee be next? And would it curb the violence?&lt;/p&gt;</description><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Milwaukee Black Media</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2025 14:12:41 +0000</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">podcast:241910</guid><enclosure length="45602570" type="audio/mpeg" url="https://civicmedia.us/archive/truth-in-the-morning/7643396_2025-08-12-144736.128.mp3"/><content:encoded>&lt;p&gt;Jammin with Juice on Tuesday reacts to President Trump’s announcement that he would bring the National Guard to DC. Could Milwaukee be next? And would it curb the violence?&lt;/p&gt;</content:encoded><itunes:subtitle>Jammin with Juice on Tuesday reacts to President Trump's announcement that he would bring the National Guard to DC. Could Milwaukee be next? And would it curb the violence?</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary>Jammin with Juice on Tuesday reacts to President Trump's announcement that he would bring the National Guard to DC. Could Milwaukee be next? And would it curb the violence?</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:block>no</itunes:block><itunes:duration>47:30</itunes:duration><itunes:author>Milwaukee Black Media</itunes:author><googleplay:description>Jammin with Juice on Tuesday reacts to President Trump's announcement that he would bring the National Guard to DC. Could Milwaukee be next? And would it curb the violence?</googleplay:description><googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit><googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block></item></channel></rss>