The Ryles Report

208 - Diante Pryer Shares the Vision Behind a Growing Movement for Black Men

In this episode of The Ryles Report, Richard sits down with Diante Pryer, co-founder of the Boss Link Conference, for a powerful conversation about brotherhood, mentorship, wealth-building, and the importance of creating intentional spaces for Black men to connect, grow, and be seen. What begins as a discussion about the origins of Boss Link expands into deeper reflections on mental health, grief, imposter syndrome, code-switching, race, sports, politics, and the future of Black leadership. Diante shares his vision for turning connection into collective action, while Richard brings historical insight and personal experience to a conversation that challenges, informs, and inspires.

Ep. 207 - Grading Judge Poland & Wasserman Schultz, 2 Chainz's New Book, and Jackson Dart's NFL Controversy

Welcome back to The Ryles Report! In Episode 207, Richard delivers a hard-hitting breakdown across our signature trio of segments: the book report, the political report card, and the latest headlines making waves in the news. First, we dive into a powerful new book by 2 Chainz that serves as an essential guide for recent graduates learning to navigate life's critical crossroads. Next, we hand out final grades to Florida political figure Debbie Wasserman Schultz and Judge Reed Poland, examining how their recent actions measure up against integrity, ethics, and community impact. Finally, we tackle a major controversy brewing in the NFL locker room after a New York Giants quarterback's public endorsement sparks internal friction and raises questions about teamwork and career-ending moves. Tune in for a candid conversation on courage, conviction, and accountability, and don’t forget to share your own thoughts on these stories using the hashtag #TheRylesReport!

Ep. 206 - Political Report Cards + & Trump’s $2 Billion Settlement

In this episode of The Ryles Report, host Richard Ryles breaks down the week's biggest headlines across three distinct lenses: a political report card, a book report, and a news report. First, we debut our political grading rubric, putting New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Tennessee State Senator John Stevens to the test on everything from equity to ethics. Then, we dive into a brief review of Dr. Arlene Geronimus’s groundbreaking book, Weathering, exploring the physiological toll of systemic racism. Finally, Richard unpacks Donald Trump’s historic $2 billion IRS settlement and explains why it presents a unique opportunity for Black Americans to demand accountability. What are your grades for these politicians? Share your thoughts and join the conversation on social media using #TheRylesReport!

Ep. 205 - Boyah Farah Returns to Tackle the Global "Psychological Warfare" of Racism

In this episode of The Ryles Report, host Richard Ryles welcomes back author Boyah J. Farah for his second appearance on the show to discuss the profound intersections of the African diaspora and the American experience. Farah, who wrote America Made Me a Black Man, shares his unique journey from arriving as a Somali refugee in 1993 to navigating the "psychological warfare" of American racism. Throughout their rigorous dialogue, they cover a wide range of topics, including the disconnect between African immigrants and African Americans, the role of media propaganda in shaping negative stereotypes, and how the Somali community utilizes faith and ancient traditions to maintain cultural resilience. The conversation concludes with a forward-looking analysis of the rise of Africa and the necessity of creating an "African-driven democracy" that prioritizes the family unit over Western capitalist models. Share your thoughts on social media using the hashtag #Rylesreport

Ep. 204 - Don't Lose Big Mama's House: Professor Bernadette Atuahene on The Fight for Reparative Justice

On this episode of The Ryles Report, Richard Ryles sits down with Professor Bernadette Atuahene, a property law professor, community organizer, and scholar whose work focuses on land stolen from Black people. Professor Atuahene is the author of Plunder: How Public Finance Became Public Theft, as well as We Want What’s Ours: Learning from South Africa’s Land Restitution Program. Her research has taken her from South Africa’s post-apartheid land restitution efforts to Detroit, where she uncovered widespread, unconstitutional property tax assessments that devastated Black homeowners and contributed to mass tax foreclosures.  Together, Richard and Professor Atuahene discuss how racist policies—not just individual prejudice—shape housing, wealth, and opportunity in America. They explore Detroit’s property tax foreclosure crisis, the impact of redlining, racial covenants, urban renewal, blockbusting, appraisal bias, heirs’ property, and the racial wealth gap. Professor Atuahene also explains her work with the Coalition for Property Tax Justice and the Dignity Restoration Project, which seeks compensation for Detroit residents harmed by illegally inflated property taxes. The conversation also turns to South Africa, land theft, reparations, and what communities can do to challenge unjust tax systems and protect Black homeownership. Listen in, learn something new, and join the conversation online. Use the hashtag #TheRylesReport to share your thoughts on social media.