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ACORN | Conservatives | Census | Politics | Political

Do You Have Issues With Law Enforcement or Department of Corrections? H. R. Block Settles I.R.A. Fee - Jan 06,2010

Today on Consumer Advocacy with Harold Cameron, Harold will be sharing some tips and strategies in dealing with law enforcement and the Department of Corrections. Harold has had some success in advocating on the behalf of inmates and their families resolving issues concerning medication, phone privileges and parole to name a few. As always we will share some of the recent consumer issues or alerts as well as what is the latest information being put out by the Federal Trade Commission. From the FDA: MedWatch - ev3 Endovascular Inc. Trailblazer Support Catheter: Device may crack near the radiopaque marker band, potentially resulting in serious patient injury Recent FTC press releases include: Defective Imported Drywall: Don’t Get Nailed by Bogus Tests and Treatments (December 2009) FTC Seeks Public Comments on Petition of SCI Corporation International for Approval to Divest Cemetery and Related Funeral Home to Legacy Funeral Holdings; FTC Orders Buyers of Consumer Debt to Submit Information for Study of Debt Buying Industry Victims of Suntasia Telemarketing Scam Being Reimbursed $14.1 Million FTC Approves Two Reports to Congress on the National Do Not Call Registry FTC Issues Staff Report on Agency's Fraud Forum. Join our Consumer Advocacy Group on Black Talk Radio Network.

consumer alerts | Consumer Advocacy | HaroldSays | Consumer Education | Consumer Empowerment

Are You Black and Proud? New Study Reveals Ethnic Pride Is Important To Mental Health Of Black Teens - Jan 03,2010

A study published in the November/December issue of the journal Child Development, concludes that Ethnic pride is key to the mental health of Black adolescents. Read More While the study has not garnered much media attention, it is sure to be controversial to some people who believe people should divorce themselves of their ethnic identity and simply be known by their nationality. Others believe that embracing and taking pride in one's ethnic heritage is tantamount to racism or at the very least nonsensical.

Ethnic Pride | Mental Health | Race | Culture | Youth

Live with Rep Barney Frank Who Introduced "The Wall Street Reform Act of 2009" - Dec 30,2009

Consumer Advocacy with Harold Cameron welcomes Representative Barney Frank who recently introduced and passed "The Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2009 - Financial Stability Improvement Act of 2009". Frank became the chairman of the House Financial Services Committee in 2007 after the Democratic Party won a majority in the House. Harold will also be addressing a rumor which has been circulating since 1975 that the late Madalyn Murray O'Hair, a widely known, self-proclaimed atheist, proposed that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) consider limiting or banning religious programming.

Representative Barney Frank | The Wall Street Reform Act | 2009 | Consumer Protection Act of 2009 | Congress

Youth News and Hip-Hop - Black Teen Empowerment Radio - Dec 27,2009

LISTEN IN NEW WINDOW R Lee is out of the country on business but have no fear Scotty is still here sharing youth related news and views and of course streaming some of the hottest conscious hip-hop music from the hottest indie artists. We are closing out the year 2009 rated the number one most popular youth program on Blog Talk Radio and we gearing up for the new year as we expand our network and programming.

youth | teens | music | hip hop | news

Carnival Cruise Lines - A Dream Turns Into A Nightmare For One Family - Dec 23,2009

Are you dreaming of a cruise during these winter months to a warmer place? If you have taken a cruise and it turned into a nightmare, what can you do, or what should the company do to make things right? photo by Jimmy Harris The DeBord family took a cruise along with their seriously ill 10-year-old son and that dream cruise with Carnival Cruise Lines was anything but a dream. Harold Cameron your chief of helping people will share with you the attempts the family made to get their complaints resolved and where things stand now with Carnival Cruise Lines.

Carnival Cruise Lines | Vactions | Debord Family | Carnival Cruises | Harold Cameron

President Obama and Black Teen Pregnancies - Indie Urban Underground Hip Hop - Dec 20,2009

Original Podcast Here! Visit UniTee Design Inc On Black Teen Empowerment Radio: We will discuss the President's efforts to reduce unwanted pregnancies and how it could possibly impact teens. Do you know what the rate of pregnancies are for Black teens? We've heard all of the political and social rhetoric about "babies having babies" but what are the facts pertaining to our young sisters? How do we go about addressing the issue of teen pregnancy with our youth? What are some of the proactive things we can do instead of being reactive? Are you pregnant or a teen mother or are close to someone in this situation? We would love to hear from you! What methods and programs work with teens and which ones don't. How can they be helped to make better decisions about sex and is abstinence the only thing we should discuss or teach? If you have a question give us a call! Who will be our featured artist of the week? Get free MP3 downloads of the music we play after we post the podcast of today's program so make sure you join our group on the Black Talk Radio Network.

youth | teens | hip hop | Teen pregnancy | President Obama

Why Are Conservative Groups Going So Hard After Acorn? The 2010 Census Perhaps? - Dec 19,2009

Trouble Tuning In Click Here Conservative groups are going after Max Baucus and Jon Tester with media ads and so called media outlets still writing about the non-scandal still can not get there facts in order which makes them not worth the paper their printed on and not worth the cyberspace their occupying. Earlier this month, a New York Judge ordered all of Acorn’s federal funding be restored. Now how could that happen, unless Congress acted out of ordered when it passed its knee jerk Defund Acorn Act? Why would a conservative group spend money to target ACORN just months away from the 2010 Population Census Count? I think it is obvious considering the importance of the decennial event. African slaves only counted 3/5ths of a person in America at one time but do you know why? Do you know why? Wait to you hear Glenn “Obama’s A Racist” Beck’s take on it. Conservatives tend to be white males and they have been making a lot of noise lately in producing doctored videos of groups that mount “massive voter registration drives that turn out poor African Americans and Latinos to cast ballots”, calling the President a racist, holding tea parties sponsored by tea companies and other corporate media entities. Why are they so afraid? Could it be that they have “Fear of a Black Country”? Are Houthis Being Slaughtered in Yemen by US and Saudi Air Forces? Commentary from Mr. T West of Afrisynergy.

ACORN | Conservatives | Census | Politics | Political

We Need To Let or Children Live A Little or Do We? - Dec 16,2009

Having Issues Tuning In? Click Here! Are parents today over protective of their children? Time have changed drastically since the 1950's and each new decade seems to get worse according to some people but one psychologist believes parents are not letting children experience life by being over protective. IS he right or wrong? Join Harold Cameron your consumer and corporate advocate along with the producer Scotty Reid as they bring you information and discussions concerning consumer related issues and events.

teens | youth | parents | consumer warnings | consumer advocacy

What Is the Impact of Casual Sex for Youth? Special Guest Urban Gospel Artist Fro Joins the Conversa - Dec 13,2009

Having Issues Tuning In? Click Here! Sunday - 3pm Est - Black Teen Empowerment Radio Fro, born Adrian Johnson, was raised by his grandmother while his mother was overseas in the Army. Being raised in the Clay borne Homes projects in South Memphis made staying out of trouble difficult for Fro but he managed to stay focused. With very little in the bank to start, he bought a 4-track drum machine and a mic. His first album, Young & Restless sold over 7500 copies. Fro didn’t stop there, his latest album, Highway to Heaven is currently getting rave reviews. Fro’s music is described as being urban gospel. He is currently performing at various churches, festivals and non-violence events around the southeast region and always leaves his audience wanting more. Fro delivers a high energy show filled with truthful, heartfelt lyrics that any audience can relate to. He sells tons of CD’s around the city and abroad. He is dedicated to staying on the highway, going from city to city to insure his message gets heard by the people. Fro shares his life with his beautiful wife Danielle and their 6 yr. old daughter, A’Jewel. In addition to speaking with us about his music ministry, Fro will share his views on the new study that says casual sex seems to have no negative impact on young people.

youth | teens | sex | urban gospel | FRO

American Muslims In Pakistan - Rupert Murdoch, "Bitch is the New Black", Tiger Woods and Journalism - Dec 12,2009

Having Issues Tuning In? Click Here!National News and Views with Scotty Reid - 10 pm Est Are you surprised that Muslims and young Muslims in particular are vulnerable to radicalization? You should not be and we can discuss why. Does American news media play a role in helping radicals recruit potential Jihadist? The Tiger Woods saga continues on with media outlets serving up salacious headlines and photo's of near naked women. Why are they doing this and why does America seem to care so much? Is Rupert Murdoch the man driving the media buzz around failed Vice Presidential Candidate and Alaskan Governor Sarah Palin who some allege may be dumber than Bush. Murdoch publishes a book called "Bitch is the New Black" and some see it is yet another attack on the image of Black women. Rounding out news concerning Murdoch, he pens a article on Journalism and Freedom, is he kidding us with such media outlets as the Fox cable news outlet, NY Post, and the Wall Street Journal? Finally, should Black people request equal treatment under the law in Florida by requesting the State to pay for a make up artist to make them look white for criminal trials?

News | Tiger Woods | Rupert Murdoch | Journalism | Muslims

Home Based Business TAX Seminar - RECESSION PROOF YOUR INCOME - Dec 11,2009

HOME BASED BUSINESS AND TAX SAVINGS One of the biggest challenges that everyday people face is having too much month left at the end of their money. What does that mean? Your money has run out but you still have unpaid bills. Question, how can you overcome this? Get a second job, take out a second mortgage or both? We, The Movements Unlimited Group believe that the best answer is to START A HOME BASE BUSINESS! Why? Because there are tremendous TAX SAVINGS that come with operating a Home Base Business. The U.S. Congress has created special laws to help encourage people to start and operate a Home Base Business. President Barack Obama has said that a Home Base Business can be one of the greatest Tax Shelters that Americans can use today to help them beat the recession. In this short broadcast we want to give you some of the facts that you should consider. Our mission is to help everyday people understand how a home base business is the best Tax Strategy to SAVE and MAKE MONEY at the same time. DID YOU KNOW? For every 10,000 miles you drive you can write off $5,580 (58.8 cents per mile) If you use 3/5 of your home for business purposes you can write off 60% of your Utility Bill and 60% of all bills related to your home. Let us help you with your taxes if you have a home based business to maximize your tax deductions. For More Information contact The Movements Unlimited Group at 1-252-977-6834 and mention you heard the program on the Black Talk Radio Network. If we do your taxes, a donation is made to the non-profit Black Talk Media Project.

Taxes | Home Based Business | Tax Savings | Tax Write Offs | Education

Does Tamiflu Really Work and New FTC Guidelines Impact Bloggers, Talkers, Twitters and Tubers - Dec 09,2009

IF having trouble tune in here. Join Harold tonight as he discusses the recent guidelines issued by the Federal Trade Commission that will impact how some people involved in New Media endorse products and services. Does the popular influenza drug Tamiflu really work or have governments around the world been scammed out of billions of dollars? Call in if you have any questions concerning these issues.

Federal Trade Commission | Bloggers | Twitter | Rouche | Tamiflu

ACORN Workers Cleared - Obama and Gay Adoption - Tiger Woods and Black Women - Dec 08,2009

The news is in from an independent firm hired to do an investigation of the community advocacy group ACORN. During his campaign President Obama promised to use the office of the Presidency as a bully pulpit to pressure states into treating gay couples seeking adoption as they would heterosexual couples. Black women angry at Tiger Woods because he prefers White women over Black women, is their anger justified?

ACORN | Gay Adoption | Tiger Woods | Black Women | President Obama

Is the American Music Awards to Grown Up for Teens? - Dec 06,2009

IF You Have Problems ListeningTune In Here Black Teen Empowerment Radio discusses some of the controversial performances during the American Music Awards. Janet Jackson, Eminem and Adam Lambert all had controversial elements during their performances but Lambert's has been the most talked about. We are asking you if the American Music Awards too grown up for a TV14 rating. We will be joined by two special guests who will share their views on this and more on Black Teen Empowerment Radio. Youtuber: Tyebabe Read Regina's Blog The Gay Male Double Standard

youth | teens | American Music Awards | empowerment | television

Life Is A Party with Author Denise Crittendon - Nov 29,2009

If you have trouble tuning in click here for alternative broadcast. Listen. Can you hear that sound? Its the rhythm of your own emotions. Be still check it out. Do you hear it now? Its fast, its furious, its happy, its sad. Its slow when you are not feeling well and quick when youre in a good mood. It is the music in your mind. Whatever you are feeling at the moment is like a string of musical notes rippling inside of you. Its the part of your personality that makes you unique. What does your music sound like? You are invited to tune into Black Teen Empowerment Radio this Sunday at 3pm eastern where our very special guest will be author Denise Crittendon to discuss the contents of her book Life Is A Party That Comes With Exams. Denise is a veteran journalist and was the founding editor of African American Family Magazine and was appointed editor of the NAACPs The Crisis. She received an award for her first book "Girl In The Mirror, A teens guide to self awareness." In "Life Is A Party", she uses music, video game imagery and sports to lead young people on an exciting journey into self-fulfillment, dignity and empowerment. We are sure it will be an empowering show so tune in this Sunday on Nov 29th and join the conversation.

youth | teens | black | african american | Denise Crittendon

The Homeless Need Help and So Does Adam Lambert and Our Youth - Nov 28,2009

If you have problems tuning in to this broadcast, please click here to listen. Sign Petition To FCC The American Music Awards was laced with profane language but the media buzz and public conversation has centered most on Lambert’s indecent performance. Youth tend to be more acceptable of most programming they see on television because they are for the most part, not mature enough to perceive the impact of certain kinds of media on their perceptions. But when you have 16-yr-olds commenting on the performance saying things like “"It was kind of really dirty and sexual, I would say," and "His fans are going to be like, 'What are you doing?' ", every responsible adult and parent in our society should take note and take action. Scotty Reid, Founder of the Black Talk Media Peoject chats with Mr. William Sermons of the National Alliance To End Homelessness, he is the Director of the Homelessness Research Institute and his areas of expertise include cross-disciplinary research, program evaluation and performance improvement. They discuss the plight of homeless veterans, families and other people and the need to provide them with services. We also discussed President Obama's goal to end homelessness for veterans and the 1.5 billion in stimulus money he earmarked for this effort.

Adam Lambert | M William Sermons | National Alliance To End Homelessness | Homeless Veterans | President Obama

Adam Lambert’s Big “Gay” AMA Show - Nov 25,2009

Click Here To Tune In IF Having Trouble The American Music Award's constantly shows the world why America is known as the "Great Satan" with tasteless, vulgar and profane performances and comments from artists. The entire music industry and its related television programming are in the gutter just like its sales and ratings. This is just another example of corporate media's agenda to vulgarize and brutalize our society. ABC, owned by Disney and Dick Clark are playing both sides of the media fence. Who ever is in charge of rating public television programs and gave this a TV14 rating should be fired. A vast majority of people who have responded to polls felt that Adam Lambert's performance was too much for television with must of his apologist being either homosexuals or children to young and immature to render an informed opinion. Some people are trying to make this an issue of discrimination against gays while others are trying to make it about race citing rap music. The point is, the show was rated TV14 and based on this year's program and past programs, has no place on the public airwaves. Yet while many are complaining about this year's program, they are not doing it to the right people. Therefore, we ask that you sign a petition to the President, Congress members and the FCC to fine ABC for broadcasting obscenity and vulgarity on public TV. Take Action To Protect Our Children from The American Music Awards, Adam Lamberts and American Indecency - Click Here To Sign Petition

Adam Lambert | American Music Awards | FCC | Youth | Television

Black Teen Empowerment Radio : Teen Grant Writing With Great Results Consulting - Nov 22,2009

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youth | teens | non profits | empowerment | Great Results Consulting

The Prosecution of Former NFL Defensive Lineman Leonardo Carson - Nov 21,2009

Technical Issues - To Listen to This Podcast On BTRN Click Here Call In Number: 1-218-862-7200 ext: 629990 Was this a waste of taxpayer’s resources? While violent Mexican Drug Cartels were setting up shop in cities and rural communities across the nation, why did the FBI set up surveillance on Leonardo Carson for 5 years and why did they not have anymore evidence to produce than the testimony of two admitted drug dealers with something to gain by testifying against Mr. Carson? Did the FBI offer Mr. Carson a “deal” if he gave false testimony against former Alabama Judge Herman Thomas? Is this standard operating procedure in the FBI Mobile, Alabama branch? Mr. Carson was arrested in March of 2009 and accused of trafficking in cocaine and other drugs using other dealers to distribute the drugs. Carson has maintained his innocence and according to sources, the FBI had little evidence to support their charges. However, his brother Wilbert Carson and another man, Kareem Abdul Cook testified against Leonardo in August and he was convicted largely on their testimony. Family members contend that Leonardo Carson was set up by drug dealers trying to cut a deal with prosecutors. Leonardo’s brother, Wilbert Carson reportedly regrets giving testimony and has tried to commit suicide twice. There are a number of questions remaining about this case as Leonardo waits to appeal his conviction. I hope that we can shed some insight into this case as we hear about these events from Leonardo’s wife, Mrs. Tonya Carson.

Leonardo Carson | Alabama | FBI | Tonya Carson | Criminal Justice