On this special episode, we took questions from our listeners about a range of topics political, cultural, and personal. QUESTIONS: Thoughts on the crate challenge? (1:26) How do you service a pandemic? (7:40) Thoughts on Sha'Carri Richardson? (12:48) How would you rate Biden's presidency? (25:30) What issue is currently not getting enough attention? (28:15) Be sure to subscribe on all platforms including - Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, Google Play, YouTube and now IHeartRadio! Follow us on social media @ WRGOPOD and check out our website www.whatsreallygoingonpod.com

In Food for Thought, the crew discusses the rise of COVID cases, the beginning of Capitol Insurrection Committee hearings and Simone Biles bringing to light mental health (1:15). For the Big Fact, they discuss DaBaby's homophobic comments and rap's hesitancy to push back against sexist comments (22:15). In Heads Up, they give book, music, TV and film recommendations. Follow us on social media @ wrgopod .Be sure to check out our latest merchandise celebrating change agents like John Lewis and Stacey Abrams! Available for purchase at whatsrealltgoingonpod.com/shop​ !

In Food for Thought, the crew discusses the failed voting rights bill and President Biden's silence on the issue and breakdown the politics of the New York City Mayoral primary(0:57). In the Big Fact, they discuss Congress making Juneteenth a federal holiday and conservatives misguided attacks on Critical Race Theory (13:55). In Heads up the bring awareness to the looming end of rental assistance and celebrate Pride by giving Carl Nassib his flowers (31:40). Follow us on social media @ wrgopod .Be sure to check out our latest merchandise celebrating change agents like John Lewis and Stacey Abrams! Available for purchase at http://whatsrealltgoingonpod.com/shop​ !

The crew sits down with Lativa Tuff - Policy Director for Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta - to discuss the rise in Asian hate crimes since the pandemic, the need for intersectionality & inclusion in the fight for justice, and the work that needs to be done to stop violence against the Asian community. Check out AAAJ by checking out - https://www.advancingjustice-atlanta.org/ Follow us on social media @ wrgopod .Be sure to check out our latest merchandise celebrating change agents like John Lewis and Stacey Abrams! Available for purchase at http://whatsrealltgoingonpod.com/shop​ !

The crew interviews Generation Green Co-Founder and Hip-Hop Caucus Fellow Destiny Hodges to discuss how climate change impacts Black communities, the biggest environmental threats we face today, how questioning our surroundings can bring climate justice, and more! Go to gen-green.org to find out more information about Destiny's organization and donate at https://www.gen-green.org/donate! Be sure to check out our latest merchandise celebrating change agents like John Lewis and Stacey Abrams! Available for purchase at http://whatsrealltgoingonpod.com/shop​ !

The crew is back to discuss Biden's recent actions on gun control (2:25), the government's pausing of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine and its potential increase hesitancy in Black and Brown communities (15:45). For the Big Fact they breakdown the uptick in police violence including Daunte Wright and discuss how the media and politicians still fail to understand the issue (24:44). In Heads up they celebrate Earth Day - and discuss why it needs a rebranding - and the potential of a reparations bill in Congress (46:15). Be sure to check out our latest merchandise celebrating change agents like John Lewis and Stacey Abrams! Available for purchase at http://whatsrealltgoingonpod.com/shop​ Stay up to date on all the latest about the podcast by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify, Soundcloud, and Google Podcasts. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @ wrgopod.

The crew interviews Charles Russell - who recently alerted authorities to a potential mass shooter in Atlanta. Together, they discuss the events that led up to the shooter being apprehended, the politics of mass shootings/gun violence, and how America has yet to take the threat seriously! Be sure to check out our latest merchandise celebrating change agents like John Lewis and Stacey Abrams! Available for purchase at http://whatsrealltgoingonpod.com/shop Stay up to date on all the latest about the podcast by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify, Soundcloud, and Google Podcasts. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @ wrgopod.

The crew is joined by Montgomery County Councilman Will Jawando (D) to discuss his work on enacting equitable COVID policies, police reform, economic justice for the County's Black & Brown residents/businesses, and more! TIMESTAMPS: - Maryland's limiting COVID restrictions (1:10). - Ensuring vaccine equity (3:39) - Helping Black-owned businesses (7:24) - Limiting rent increases during COVID (11:08) - Police reform (13:30) - Addressing workplace discrimination (21:55) - Protecting working mothers/families (26:05) - Councilman's forthcoming book "Black Fathers!" (30:30) Be sure to check out our latest merchandise celebrating change agents like John Lewis and Stacey Abrams! Available for purchase at https://www.whatsreallygoingonpod.com/shop. Stay up to date on all the latest about the podcast by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify, Soundcloud, and Google Podcasts. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @ wrgopod.

The crew joins to discuss the debate in Congress over the $15 minimum wage and whether Biden should make it a priority (1:45), Biden's announcement that the US will have enough vaccine supply in May (10:45) and discuss the aftermath of living in COVID (18:30). The Big Fact focuses on Georgia's latest efforts to suppress the vote and what it could mean for civil rights and elections going forward (27:40). In heads up they acknowledge the life, work and legacy of Vernon Jordan and the commitment to acknowledge Black women throughout Women's History Month! (36:35) Stay up to date on all the latest about the podcast by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify, Soundcloud and Google Podcasts. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @wrgopod and check out whatsreallygoingonpod.com/shop to purchase our latest shirt honoring John Lewis and the fight for voting rights!

The crew is joined by District of Columbia Christina Henderson to discuss why she got into politics as well as her vision for the city which includes addressing inequalities in maternal health, child care and COVID. Timestamps - Councilwoman Henderson introduction (0:31) - The historic nature of women serving in public nature nationally and locally (0:55) - The challenges of opening up schools during the pandemic (8:17) - The fight for student loan reform and how it prevents Black graduates from achieving generational wealth(13:22) - The importance of having accessible and affordable child care in the District (18:58) - Councilwoman Henderson's bill that would increase access to maternal health (26:41) - The District's efforts to decrease COVID vaccine hesitancy in Black and Brown communities as well as ensure it is distributed equitably (31:18) - Councilwoman Henderson's bill to eliminate wage discrimination in the District (42:45) Stay up to date on all the latest about the podcast by subscribing on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify, Soundcloud and Google Podcasts. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @wrgopod and check out www.whatsreallygoingonpod.com .