Why are White Men so angry?: Understanding conservative anger post Covid

" I AM NOT MY HAIR": From Tignon Laws to the CROWN Act

Our hair has always carried history — from resistance to resilience. In this episode, we trace the journey from the 1786 Tignon Laws to The CROWN Act, unpacking centuries of control, creativity, and cultural pride. Will breaks down respectability politics, “professionalism,” the workplace bias we’re STILL fighting, and why even Michelle Obama felt pressured to straighten her hair. This is a conversation about identity, liberation, and reclaiming the crown we were born with. Make sure to follow, rate 5 stars, and share with someone who loves their crown. #BlackHair #CrownAct #BlackHistoryMonthEveryMonth #WeGotTimeToday #NaturalHair #ProtectiveStyles

“The Safe Negro: Blanche Bruce and the Politics of Being Palatable”

What happens when Black excellence becomes a performance instead of a protest? In this episode of We Got Time Today, Will unpacks the story of Blanche Kelso Bruce — born enslaved, self-taught, and the first Black man to serve a full term in the U.S. Senate. But there’s more to the story. Why didn’t white America fear him? What does it mean when power only welcomes Black voices that play it “safe”? And how do today’s Black Republicans — like Tim Scott and Byron Donalds — continue that same pattern of respectability over rebellion? Will breaks down the real legacy of Blanche Bruce, the GOP’s “party switch” that modern conservatives love to omit, and asks the question that still matters today: 👉🏾 Does respectability politics actually help Black Americans — or just protect white comfort? Press play and let’s talk about who gets to be visible, who gets to be vocal, and who America still calls “safe.” ⏰ Make sure to follow We Got Time Today — because the clock is always ticking, and we got time today.

From Carol Jenkins to Ahmaud Arbery: The Dark Legacy of Sundown Towns

“Don’t let the sun set on you here.” That wasn’t a metaphor — it was a threat. All across America, there were towns where Black people were told to leave before dark… or face the consequences. And the wildest part? Many of those towns never really disappeared — they just learned how to hide in plain sight. 👀 From violent expulsions and stolen land to redlining maps, police stops, and “suspicious person” calls, the sundown mentality is still shaping who belongs — and who’s forced to prove they do. In this week’s episode of We Got Time Today, we’re breaking down: ⚠️ What sundown towns really were — and why they existed 🏙️ Five real towns with dark histories that still shape America today 📖 The story of Carol Jenkins — and why her murder still matters 🗺️ How the legacy of sundown towns lives on in policing, zoning, and housing today 💡 This isn’t ancient history — it’s the blueprint we’re still living inside. 🎧 Tap the link in our bio to watch or listen now — and drop a 🕯️ in the comments if you knew about sundown towns before this. 👇🏾 And if you didn’t… now you do. Hit follow, share this post, and tag someone who needs to hear this conversation.

Why are White Men so angry?: Understanding conservative anger post Covid

Why are so many white men so angry? Since COVID, we’ve watched a tidal wave of rage take over politics, podcasts, and culture — from mask mandates to “woke” Disney movies. But what’s really behind it? 👀 In this week’s episode of We Got Time Today, we break it ALL down: 💭 How the pandemic shattered identity, control, and privilege 📉 Why young white men are shifting more conservative 🎙️ How voices like Joe Rogan & Ben Shapiro helped fuel the fire ⚖️ And how white anger looks very different from Black resilience This one’s deep, necessary, and real — you don’t wanna miss it.

Wakanda Forever: Why Wakanda matters more now than ever!

Wakanda might be fictional — but the message? That’s real. In this episode of We Got Time Today, we dive deep into the nation of Wakanda from Black Panther. Why did it matter so much to us? Why did the T’Challa vs. Killmonger debate feel like Malcolm X vs. Martin Luther King Jr. all over again? And what does it teach us about African American struggles, resilience, and the fight for liberation today? We’ll unpack: ✨ The origin of Wakanda in Marvel Comics (1966) ✨ How the Black Panther films became cultural earthquakes ✨ T’Challa & Killmonger’s debate and its MLK/Malcolm parallels ✨ Real-life Wakandas: Black Wall Street, Harlem Renaissance, HBCUs ✨ What Wakanda teaches us about building Black futures in 2025 This is more than Marvel. This is about legacy, power, and possibility. Wakanda isn’t just a movie — it’s a movement. ✊🏾 What does Wakanda mean to YOU? Comment below and let’s build this conversation. 📌 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe — and hit that notification bell so you don’t miss the next We Got Time Today! #BlackPanther #WakandaForever #WeGotTimeToday #BlackLiberation #MLK #MalcolmX