Selective Ignorance: Ep. 71 |  Bible Thumpers & Bad Parenting

Selective Ignorance: Ep. 71 | Bible Thumpers & Bad Parenting

July 7, 2026 · 1h 51m · Season 2 · Episode 1

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The episode explores various social and political issues affecting Black Americans, including patriotism, parenting, and the influence of culture on identity.

In this episode of Selective Ignorance , Mandii B is joined by super producer A-King , Jason “Jah” Lee , and Yomi for a wide-ranging conversation examining American politics, Black identity, race, parenting, religion, celebrity culture, and the social issues shaping today's headlines . The episode opens with discussions surrounding the 2028 presidential landscape and speculation about Kamala Harris' political future [ 02:52 ] , before the crew reflects on the Fourth of July and the complicated relationship many Black Americans have with patriotism and national celebrations [ 06:03 ] . From there, they take a nostalgic detour into the influence of '90s R&B and hip-hop on sexuality, relationships, and cultural norms [ 08:55 ] , before shifting toward today's economic realities with conversations about the housing crisis, affordability, and the financial pressures facing everyday Americans [ 11:55 ] . The discussion continues by unpacking the political complexities surrounding the Israel-Gaza conflict and America's role in global affairs [ 15:03 ] , leading into a thoughtful conversation about patriotism, national identity, and the historical relationship between…

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