Taking Back the Barbershops!

In this episode of 'Born in Trouble', The range of topics focus on the impact of social media and its power to dictate public conversations. How the internet and society can distort how we communicate and interact with each other. And questioning the increasing focus on relationships in the black community, especially on the internet. Striving for better financial education, exploring how to improve public discourse, and an interesting discussion about celebrity culture. All this is flavored with a good dose of humor and banter. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Start 00:33 Introducing the Hosts 00:43 Discussing Ohio and Bears 02:40 New Year's Eve Experiences 06:55 Debate on Barbershop Conversations 22:44 Discussion on Relationships 25:15 Impact of Social Media on Relationships 31:48 The Power of Negative Comments and Social Media Detox 33:25 The Impact of Social Media on Personal Life 33:54 The Importance of Digital Detox and Real-life Experiences 34:42 The Influence of Social Media on Public Perception 35:41 The Misinterpretation of Online Comments 36:20 The Misconceptions about Race and History 36:45 The Dangers of Racial Stereotypes 38:16 The Influence of Social Media on Racial Stereotypes 38:39 The Misrepresentation of Wealth and Success 39:51 The Impact of Social Media on Critical Thinking 40:53 The Dangers of Black-Only Economic Strategies 45:28 The Challenges of Online Interactions and Miscommunication 47:33 The Importance of Humor in Difficult Conversations 49:52 The Impact of Economic Systems on Society 52:58 The Struggles of Communication in the Digital Age 54:28 The Nostalgia of Old Communication Methods 56:20 The Influence of Popular Culture on Society 59:25 The Importance of Supporting Black Businesses 59:49 The Challenges of Changing Society's Narratives 01:01:52 The Impact of Technology on Personal Relationships 01:03:21 The Influence of Telecommunication on Society