The episode kicks off by shedding light on a disciplinary situation in Texas, where Darryl George, a Black student, faced consequences for refusing to cut his dreadlocks, igniting discussions about hairstyle policies in schools. Additionally, Seales highlights the pressing issue of declining student preparedness for college, as evidenced by a continuous drop in ACT scores over the last six years. The episode also introduces an engaging new segment called "Why You Bringing Up Old Ish" featuring special guest Ernest Crim, addressing an array of current events, from Bruno Mars' concert evacuation due to Hamas attacks to an Oklahoma judge's alleged misconduct during a murder trial. Moreover, the show explores the critical topic of minimum wage, discussing recent legislation signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, and showcases remarkable Black-owned businesses like the "Water Boys" in Atlanta. Amanda Seales and her team offer valuable insights and engage in candid conversations throughout the episode, concluding with a word of the day and amusing moments in "Politicians Say the Darndest Things." Join Amanda Seales for a lively and informative discussion on the pressing issues of our time.

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(02:38:00) - Darryl George, A Black Texas student at Barbers Hill High School is headed to a disciplinary alternative education program after refusing to cut his dreadlocks.

(07:51:00) - Singer Mario went from “But you say I’m just a friend,” to JUST put me on the R&B Mt. Rushmore?? Who’s on your R&B Mt. Rushmore?

(12:50:00) – 60 Second Headlines

(15:54:00) – AND NOW IT’S TIME FOR A NEW SEGMENT, WE CALL, “WHY YOU BRINGING UP OLD ISH,” WITH OUR SPECIAL GUEST– ERNEST CRIM.

(20:48:00) - COMING UP THIS HOUR….

(23:41:00) - High school students' scores on the ACT college admissions test have dropped to their lowest in more than three decades, showing a lack of student preparedness for college-level coursework.

(27:58:00) – MINDING MY BLACK OWNED BUSINESS:

(32:43:00) – The Big Up/Let Down - Big Up to Jeannie Mai’s PR Team! The Let Down goes to Natalie Nunn.

(36:43:00) – We’ll go to the phonelines.

(39:08:00) – Congratulations to the new mommy to be! Find out who it is.

(43:00:00) - An Atlanta cop was fired after a decision to tase a 62-year-old Black man during a dispute over a traffic ticket that led to his death.

(47:09:00) – Amanda talks about being on Celebrity Jeopardy.

(51:36:00) – How Black Do You Feel Today? The crew chimes in.

(55:58:00) – The Word of the Day!

(59:50:00) – Politicians Say the Darndest Things. Penn. State Rep. Stephanie Borowicz cites GEN 8:22 as proof that climate change is not a problem.

(1:03:48:00) Thanks for listening to the Amanda Seales Show!

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