The episode opens with Dr. Umar Johnson addressing rumors about a hunger strike and Jaguar Wright’s explosive claims targeting Jay-Z (00:00:00). Umar delves into Jay-Z's strategic response, including his use of lawyers for reputation management (00:01:23), and the importance of protecting one’s image in the public eye (00:02:31). Next, the conversation shifts to Diddy’s public persona and the allegations against him, including concerns about his children’s well-being (00:08:31). Dr. Umar reacts to Diddy’s mother’s statement and reflects on the challenges faced by public figures during crises (00:11:26). The episode also critiques platforms that capitalize on exposing Black icons while exploring the disparity in treatment by Black and white media outlets (00:05:49). Dr. Umar then critiques Shannon Sharpe’s public decisions, addressing the fallout from breaking Hollywood’s unwritten rules on celebrity privacy (00:30:08). He highlights Akon’s divisive comments about African Americans (00:23:20) and critiques Candace Owens, boldly announcing plans to intellectually challenge her in a public debate (00:27:01). Umar also discusses Ketanji Brown Jackson's personal choices and how they affect representation in the Black community (00:28:14). A powerful segment follows, where Dr. Umar examines the weaponization of “people of color” narratives to silence the push for reparations (00:40:10). He calls for unity in the Black community while addressing systemic issues, historical exploitation, and the commodification of Black culture (00:34:14). He emphasizes shifting focus from athletics to intellectual empowerment as a pathway to community success (00:35:10). In the final moments, Umar warns about the potential violence targeting Black communities post-election (00:37:57) and critiques the media’s role in perpetuating racial divides. He closes with a sobering reflection on historical injustices and the urgency of reclaiming identity and power (00:45:11). 🔑 Key Highlights: Diddy allegations and the media’s portrayal of his crisis (00:08:31) Candace Owens debate announcement (00:27:01) Call to Action: 📺 Subscribe: Don’t miss another episode of It’s Up There Podcast! 🎧 Listen: Stream the full episode on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. 💬 Join the Discussion: Discord Community. 🎙️ Exclusive Content: Get bonus episodes and behind-the-scenes on Patreon. Hashtags: #DrUmarJohnson #DiddyAllegations #CandaceOwens #Reparations #ShannonSharpe #JaguarWright #ItsUpTherePodcast #BlackEmpowerment #HipHopCulture00:00:00 00:00: – Jaguar vs. Jay Z! 🔥 00:00:23 – Jay Z Fires Back! 🛡️ 00:01:00 – Jay Z vs. Piers Morgan! ⚖️ 00:01:38 – Protecting His Name! 🏛️ 00:02:31 – Why Celebs Settle 💵 00:03:47 – Black Media vs. Mainstream 📺 00:05:27 – The Culture of Critique 🧐 00:06:10 – Who Controls the Narrative? 🎙️ 00:08:31 – Diddy’s Image Falls Apart 🏚️ 00:10:10 – Evidence Piling Up? 🔍 00:10:45 – Diddy’s Kids in the Spotlight 💔 00:11:09 – Lost in Media Noise 🌐 00:11:26 – Diddy’s Mom Speaks Out 🗣️ 00:12:27 – Public Figures Under Fire 🚨 00:13:37 – Diddy’s Mom: Heartbroken 💔 00:14:32 – Kamala’s Dad vs. Diddy’s Mom 🤔 00:15:42 – Gossip Gone Wild 🌪️ 00:16:31 – Spirituality vs. Pressure ✨ 00:20:37 – Puffy’s Legal Web 🕸️ 00:22:15 – Survival Tactics: Plead the Fifth 🎤 00:23:31 – Akon Sparks Backlash 🌍 00:25:17 – D.L. Hughley vs. Janet Jackson 💬 00:27:01 – Candace vs. Dr. Umar 💥 00:28:14 – Ketanji’s Choices 🔍 00:30:08 – Privacy vs. Publicity 🤐 00:31:48 – Adin Ross + Andrew Tate 🧩 00:34:14 – Exploiting Black Culture 💸 00:37:57 – Election Violence Warning 🚨 00:39:52 – Black Unity Fights Back ✊ 00:41:27 – Haiti & Congo: Resistance 🌍 00:42:41 – Racism as a Weapon 🗳️ 00:44:08 – Black Oppression’s Dark History 🕊️ 00:45:11 – The Heavy Legacy ⚖️ Join Our Its Up There Podcast Clip Channel now https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEh6Wk40kcNcMJ4t_jtmluw Discord https://discord.gg/GJKXMWQS For all exclusive interviews & more content not here click here https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast 🚨Unreleased Interviews https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast 🦺All Merch Options teespring.com/its-up-there-podcast-merch 🎧LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jheeb8FxYVDRo8khyrz36?si=e339dD2JRte2MYX2Uon3BQ 👀 SUBSCRIBE HERE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_GorAVekpEVDlk1Yc8giw 👂 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-up-there-podcast/id1317524092?uo=4 👣FOLLOW ITS UP THERE PODCAST HOST : INSTAGRAM | fogfo_looney TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@fogfo_looney PATREON| https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast

<p>The episode opens with Dr. Umar Johnson addressing rumors about a hunger strike and Jaguar Wright&rsquo;s explosive claims targeting Jay-Z (00:00:00). Umar delves into Jay-Z's strategic response, including his use of lawyers for reputation management (00:01:23), and the importance of protecting one&rsquo;s image in the public eye (00:02:31). Next, the conversation shifts to Diddy&rsquo;s public persona and the allegations against him, including concerns about his children&rsquo;s well-being (00:08:31). Dr. Umar reacts to Diddy&rsquo;s mother&rsquo;s statement and reflects on the challenges faced by public figures during crises (00:11:26). The episode also critiques platforms that capitalize on exposing Black icons while exploring the disparity in treatment by Black and white media outlets (00:05:49). Dr. Umar then critiques Shannon Sharpe&rsquo;s public decisions, addressing the fallout from breaking Hollywood&rsquo;s unwritten rules on celebrity privacy (00:30:08). He highlights Akon&rsquo;s divisive comments about African Americans (00:23:20) and critiques Candace Owens, boldly announcing plans to intellectually challenge her in a public debate (00:27:01). Umar also discusses Ketanji Brown Jackson's personal choices and how they affect representation in the Black community (00:28:14). A powerful segment follows, where Dr. Umar examines the weaponization of &ldquo;people of color&rdquo; narratives to silence the push for reparations (00:40:10). He calls for unity in the Black community while addressing systemic issues, historical exploitation, and the commodification of Black culture (00:34:14). He emphasizes shifting focus from athletics to intellectual empowerment as a pathway to community success (00:35:10). In the final moments, Umar warns about the potential violence targeting Black communities post-election (00:37:57) and critiques the media&rsquo;s role in perpetuating racial divides. He closes with a sobering reflection on historical injustices and the urgency of reclaiming identity and power (00:45:11). 🔑 Key Highlights: Diddy allegations and the media&rsquo;s portrayal of his crisis (00:08:31) Candace Owens debate announcement (00:27:01) Call to Action: 📺 Subscribe: Don&rsquo;t miss another episode of It&rsquo;s Up There Podcast! 🎧 Listen: Stream the full episode on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. 💬 Join the Discussion: Discord Community. 🎙️ Exclusive Content: Get bonus episodes and behind-the-scenes on Patreon. Hashtags: #DrUmarJohnson #DiddyAllegations #CandaceOwens #Reparations #ShannonSharpe #JaguarWright #ItsUpTherePodcast #BlackEmpowerment #HipHopCulture00:00:00 00:00: &ndash; Jaguar vs. Jay Z! 🔥 00:00:23 &ndash; Jay Z Fires Back! 🛡️ 00:01:00 &ndash; Jay Z vs. Piers Morgan! ⚖️ 00:01:38 &ndash; Protecting His Name! 🏛️ 00:02:31 &ndash; Why Celebs Settle 💵 00:03:47 &ndash; Black Media vs. Mainstream 📺 00:05:27 &ndash; The Culture of Critique 🧐 00:06:10 &ndash; Who Controls the Narrative? 🎙️ 00:08:31 &ndash; Diddy&rsquo;s Image Falls Apart 🏚️ 00:10:10 &ndash; Evidence Piling Up? 🔍 00:10:45 &ndash; Diddy&rsquo;s Kids in the Spotlight 💔 00:11:09 &ndash; Lost in Media Noise 🌐 00:11:26 &ndash; Diddy&rsquo;s Mom Speaks Out 🗣️ 00:12:27 &ndash; Public Figures Under Fire 🚨 00:13:37 &ndash; Diddy&rsquo;s Mom: Heartbroken 💔 00:14:32 &ndash; Kamala&rsquo;s Dad vs. Diddy&rsquo;s Mom 🤔 00:15:42 &ndash; Gossip Gone Wild 🌪️ 00:16:31 &ndash; Spirituality vs. Pressure ✨ 00:20:37 &ndash; Puffy&rsquo;s Legal Web 🕸️ 00:22:15 &ndash; Survival Tactics: Plead the Fifth 🎤 00:23:31 &ndash; Akon Sparks Backlash 🌍 00:25:17 &ndash; D.L. Hughley vs. Janet Jackson 💬 00:27:01 &ndash; Candace vs. Dr. Umar 💥 00:28:14 &ndash; Ketanji&rsquo;s Choices 🔍 00:30:08 &ndash; Privacy vs. Publicity 🤐 00:31:48 &ndash; Adin Ross + Andrew Tate 🧩 00:34:14 &ndash; Exploiting Black Culture 💸 00:37:57 &ndash; Election Violence Warning 🚨 00:39:52 &ndash; Black Unity Fights Back ✊ 00:41:27 &ndash; Haiti &amp; Congo: Resistance 🌍 00:42:41 &ndash; Racism as a Weapon 🗳️ 00:44:08 &ndash; Black Oppression&rsquo;s Dark History 🕊️ 00:45:11 &ndash; The Heavy Legacy ⚖️ Join Our Its Up There Podcast Clip Channel now https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEh6Wk40kcNcMJ4t_jtmluw Discord https://discord.gg/GJKXMWQS For all exclusive interviews &amp; more content not here click here https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast 🚨Unreleased Interviews https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast 🦺All Merch Options teespring.com/its-up-there-podcast-merch 🎧LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Jheeb8FxYVDRo8khyrz36?si=e339dD2JRte2MYX2Uon3BQ 👀 SUBSCRIBE HERE:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_GorAVekpEVDlk1Yc8giw 👂 LISTEN ON APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-up-there-podcast/id1317524092?uo=4 👣FOLLOW ITS UP THERE PODCAST HOST : INSTAGRAM | fogfo_looney TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@fogfo_looney PATREON| https://www.patreon.com/itsuptherepodcast</p>

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Dr Umar Johnson Sends STRONG CHALLENGE TO Candace Owens

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