PAST, PRESENT, PUSHBACK
Hosted by XO, AZ, and CDA, Past, Present, Pushback is where Sports, Politics, and Family collide. From the NFL field to Capitol Hill, from community struggles to household victories, we break down the headlines and the hidden stories shaping our world.
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NBA Conference Finals Predictions + Why Politicians Are Stealing Your…
The "Past Present Pushback" crew is back in the studio for an absolute heater of an episode. Today, we’re bridging the gap between sports, strategy, and legacy. ** NBA Conference Finals Breakdown:**The playoffs are down to th...
The Black Panther Party: How They Fed Thousands, Armed Their Communit…
In October 1966, two young men named Huey P. Newton and Bobby Seale sat down in Oakland, California and wrote a Ten Point Program. They wanted freedom. Full employment. Decent housing. Real education. An end to police brutali...
Provident Hospital: The Black Doctor Who Built America's First Black …
In 1889, a young Black woman named Emma Reynolds wanted to become a nurse. Every nursing school in Chicago turned her away because of her race. Her brother went to a Black surgeon named Dr. Daniel Hale Williams for help. And ...
Red Summer 1919: The Massacre They Never Taught You — 38 Cities, Hund…
In the summer of 1919 — just months after World War I ended — more than 38 American cities erupted in coordinated white mob violence against Black communities. At least 97 Black people were lynched. Hundreds were massacred. T...
The Real Story of Mother's Day — And What We Turned It Into
Most people know Mother's Day as flowers, brunch, and greeting cards. But the real story of Mother's Day is one of the most fascinating and heartbreaking origin stories in American history. The woman who created it — Anna Jar...
The Price of the Music: Black Artists, Drug Addiction & The Talent We…
F rom the jazz clubs of the 1940s to the streaming era of today — Black music has produced some of the greatest voices, producers, and performers this world has ever heard. And we have watched too many of them die too young. ...
Cash vs Card: Are They Nickel & Diming Us to Death?
This episode unpacks the hidden costs and systemic issues behind tipping, fees, and the true price of dining out. It explores the history of tipping, how fees are structured, and offers practical tips to consumers to protect ...
What Are We Eating? Food, Our Bodies & Taking Our Health Back
Most of us are unknowingly fueling a health crisis rooted in our own kitchen. Black Americans face diabetes rates 78% higher than the rest of the population, and a big piece of the puzzle is right in our food—sugar, processed...
Unpacking 'I Don't Need a Man': Hurt, Independence, and Healing
Understanding the phrase 'I don't need a man' and its underlying causes summary This episode explores the deep reasons behind the popular phrase 'I don't need a man,' examining cultural, emotional, and personal factors. It hi...
2026 NBA Play-In, Playoffs & Our Championship Pick
summary Join us for an energetic NBA playoff preview as we debate team prospects, predict matchups, and analyze key storylines. From the play-in tournament to conference finals, get expert insights and bold predictions for th...
The Code Switch: Are We Losing Ourselves In White Spaces?
This episode explores the complex phenomenon of code switching among Black professionals, its historical roots, psychological impacts, and strategies for navigating white spaces without losing authenticity. It features a cand...
What Happened To The Strong Black Family?
The struggle to rebuild the black family isn’t just a myth — it’s a battle fought on both systemic and personal fronts. But what if the real key isn’t just changing policies, but changing hearts? This episode lays bare the ra...
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