Join hosts Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne as they discuss the importance of community support, and reflect on the highs and lows of 2025, amika and Mysonne also do a rundown of ten things to leave behind as we move into 2026 and we have Part 5 of our Not What It’s Post to Be series with special guest, Ryan Wilson, co-founder of The Gathering Spot, who shares insights on building and expanding a community-centric business amidst challenges. 

Join hosts Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne as they discuss the importance of community support, and reflect on the highs and lows of 2025, amika and Mysonne also do a rundown of ten things to leave behind as we move into 2026 and we have Part 5 of our Not What It&rsquo;s Post to Be series with special guest, Ryan Wilson, co-founder of The Gathering Spot, who shares insights on building and expanding a community-centric business amidst challenges.&nbsp;

TMI is the dynamic, new video-taped podcast featuring activists Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne, the General. Their show takes an uninhibited look at the social and civil rights issues, pop-culture and politics. Together, they underscore the importance of social activism, awareness, knowing your rights and having a voice. They want you to know that being in service to one’s community isn’t old school; it’s real, it’s happening and its needed now more than ever. Their aim is to push our culture forward so that together, we can make the world a better place right now…and for generations to come.

TMI is the dynamic, new video-taped podcast featuring activists Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne, the General. Their show takes an uninhibited look at the social and civil rights issues, pop-culture and politics. Together, they underscore the importance of social activism, awareness, knowing your rights and having a voice. They want you to know that being in service to one’s community isn’t old school; it’s real, it’s happening and its needed now more than ever. Their aim is to push our culture forward so that together, we can make the world a better place right now…and for generations to come.

Not What It Post To Be -  The Business of Belonging (Guest: Ryan Wilson)

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This week on TMI, civil rights activist Tamika D. Mallory and rapper-activist Mysonne discuss growing backlash over U.S. military bombing abroad. They push back against the notion that people should ignore politics to protect their income, arguing that today’s policies directly endanger survival, jobs, and community stability.

This episode examines the disproportionate impact of mass workforce losses on Black women and raises urgent concerns about looming economic policies, including tariffs, the “no tax on tips” proposal, potential SNAP benefit cuts, and the far-reaching implications of Project 2025.

Mallory and Mysonne also debate New York City Councilmember Zohran Mamdani’s decision to engage Donald Trump in pursuit of federal funding, warning that Trump’s history of unreliability and white supremacy-driven agenda presents serious risks for marginalized communities.

Turning to higher education and media accountability, Tamika calls out Hunter College after a professors racist remarks, and Mysonne closes with  a viral video highlighting racial profiling during a traffic stop, followed by practical, life-saving advice on how to navigate police encounters safely.

This week on TMI, civil rights activist Tamika D. Mallory and rapper-activist Mysonne discuss growing backlash over U.S. military bombing abroad. They push back against the notion that people should ignore politics to protect their income, arguing that today&rsquo;s policies directly endanger survival, jobs, and community stability.
This episode examines the disproportionate impact of mass workforce losses on Black women and raises urgent concerns about looming economic policies, including tariffs, the &ldquo;no tax on tips&rdquo; proposal, potential SNAP benefit cuts, and the far-reaching implications of Project 2025.
Mallory and Mysonne also debate New York City Councilmember Zohran Mamdani&rsquo;s decision to engage Donald Trump in pursuit of federal funding, warning that Trump&rsquo;s history of unreliability and white supremacy-driven agenda presents serious risks for marginalized communities.
Turning to higher education and media accountability, Tamika calls out Hunter College&nbsp;after a professors racist remarks, and Mysonne closes with&nbsp; a viral video highlighting racial profiling during a traffic stop, followed by practical, life-saving advice on how to navigate police encounters safely.

Political Views , War and Crack Cocaine

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This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne discuss a major snowstorm hitting New York City and the realities of schools staying open during severe weather, They reflect on snow’s environmental role and connect the season’s gloom to Ramadan and Lent. The conversation honors Reverend Jesse Jackson and highlights Minister Farrakhan’s message that a person’s good should outweigh their bad, urging grace for leaders’ imperfections and growth. Tamika then addresses misinformation by detailing Dr. Linda Davis’ death during an ICE-related chase, arguing ICE violated pursuit protocols and noting limited media attention. She also distinguishes voter ID from new proof-of-citizenship requirements, challenges claims about Trump’s HBCU funding versus Obama and Biden, and rejects “both parties are the same” comparisons while criticizing Trump’s impacts on Black communities.

This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne discuss a major snowstorm hitting New York City and the realities of schools staying open during severe weather, They reflect on snow&rsquo;s environmental role and connect the season&rsquo;s gloom to Ramadan and Lent. The conversation honors Reverend Jesse Jackson and highlights Minister Farrakhan&rsquo;s message that a person&rsquo;s good should outweigh their bad, urging grace for leaders&rsquo; imperfections and growth. Tamika then addresses misinformation by detailing Dr. Linda Davis&rsquo; death during an ICE-related chase, arguing ICE violated pursuit protocols and noting limited media attention. She also distinguishes voter ID from new proof-of-citizenship requirements, challenges claims about Trump&rsquo;s HBCU funding versus Obama and Biden, and rejects &ldquo;both parties are the same&rdquo; comparisons while criticizing Trump&rsquo;s impacts on Black communities.

Snow Flies and Government Lies 

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This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne Lennon reflect on the passing of Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., sharing personal memories and underscoring the importance of preserving our elders’ stories and photographs. They explore Reverend Jackson’s enduring legacy—from economic justice campaigns and strategic boycotts to voter registration efforts—and the personal sacrifices borne by his family.

Tamika opens up about the spiritual toll of researching the Epstein files, describing how reading witness accounts deeply disturbed her spirit and even affected her dreams, The conversation turns to the SAVE Act, which Tamika argues is a modern-day poll tax designed to disenfranchise voters by requiring passports or birth certificates to register or update voter information—placing disproportionate burdens on Black Americans, married women with name changes, and elderly people without access to documentation.

Reverend Mark Thompson joins the show to honor Reverend Jackson, recounting a mentorship that began in 1983 and reflecting on Jackson’s measurable impact on corporate accountability, DEI, and voter registration, while calling for unity and maturity in movement leadership.

The episode also features Afua Atta-Mensah, NYC’s Chief Equity Officer and Commissioner of the Mayor’s Office of Equity and Racial Justice, who explains how the office was established through a 2022 charter amendment, her role coordinating equity across city agencies, and the real-world challenges of governance and delivering daily impact.

This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne Lennon reflect on the passing of Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., sharing personal memories and underscoring the importance of preserving our elders&rsquo; stories and photographs. They explore Reverend Jackson&rsquo;s enduring legacy&mdash;from economic justice campaigns and strategic boycotts to voter registration efforts&mdash;and the personal sacrifices borne by his family.
Tamika opens up about the spiritual toll of researching the Epstein files, describing how reading witness accounts deeply disturbed her spirit and even affected her dreams, The conversation turns to the SAVE Act, which Tamika argues is a modern-day poll tax designed to disenfranchise voters by requiring passports or birth certificates to register or update voter information&mdash;placing disproportionate burdens on Black Americans, married women with name changes, and elderly people without access to documentation.
Reverend Mark Thompson joins the show to honor Reverend Jackson, recounting a mentorship that began in 1983 and reflecting on Jackson&rsquo;s measurable impact on corporate accountability, DEI, and voter registration, while calling for unity and maturity in movement leadership.
The episode also features Afua Atta-Mensah, NYC&rsquo;s Chief Equity Officer and Commissioner of the Mayor&rsquo;s Office of Equity and Racial Justice, who explains how the office was established through a 2022 charter amendment, her role coordinating equity across city agencies, and the real-world challenges of governance and delivering daily impact.

Honoring Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr., Epstein Files Trauma, and the SAVE Act’s Voter Suppression Threat (with Rev. Mark Thompson &  Afua Atta-Mensah)

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Not What It Post To Be - The Business of Belonging (Guest: Ryan Wilson)

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