It’s That Part

The most dangerous political promise is often the one that sounds the best. In this episode of The Talk of the Times, Jesse Lee Hammonds and Attorney Bernie Brown move past outrage and into strategy, offering listeners a simple but powerful framework for evaluating what politicians say on the campaign trail. They unpack five key questions every voter should ask before believing a promise: What power does this office actually have? What law must change? Who has to vote for it? Who pays for it? And who benefits if people believe it? Using examples from taxes, inflation, healthcare, housing, and corporate influence, they show how easy it is for voters to be seduced by slogans while missing the legal and political realities underneath. This episode is part civic education, part political reality check, and part call to democratic maturity. It is for anyone tired of voting on vibes, appearances, or wishful thinking. Listen now, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who wants to vote smarter, not just louder.

Jesse reframes Black History Month as something more than names and dates: it’s a recurring test of whether rights apply evenly or selectively. This episode is built around one unforgettable question, when power knocks, do rights show up?—and it uses that question to connect today’s reported enforcement posture to a longer arc of American history where the home has often been where “law” becomes personal. Jesse doesn’t argue that every official is evil; he argues that systems without guardrails predictably drift into overreach. The episode’s strength is its balance: no panic, no denial, just clarity, memory, and a call to stay awake. He offers grounded takeaways: learn the warrant distinction, understand the home’s place in constitutional design, and watch what courts do next because today’s “immigration” rule becomes tomorrow’s general rule. This is the kind of episode you send to family group chats, because it’s not meant to trend, it’s meant to protect. Listen and share.

We keep hearing the same warning, “Don’t panic,” while the ground shifts under our feet. In this episode, Jesse and attorney Bernie Brown break down why the real battle is not only in the streets, but inside the feeds. From algorithmic amplification to political propaganda, they argue that technology is no longer neutral, it is shaping public mood, public memory, and public conflict in real time. Bernie explains why exposing yourself to opposing viewpoints can be useful, even when the “analysis” feels thin on logic, because it reveals intent and strategy. Jesse connects it to a bigger mission: preserving erased history, lifting up diaspora voices, and making sure today’s truth does not get buried tomorrow. The stakes are high because when misinformation and power collide, the result can be fear, intimidation, and instability. If you want a grounded conversation about how to think clearly in the middle of digital chaos, press play and share this one with a friend who’s overwhelmed but still paying attention.

Can psychology explain the human soul? Dr. Darrell (Dr. D. Speaks) Wright, a Ph.D. in Christian Counseling, argues that secular therapy misses the root cause, sin. In this thought-provoking dialogue, Jesse and Bernie unpack Dr. Wright’s belief that many so-called “mental illnesses” are actually spiritual conditions unresolved by modern psychology. Through biblical insight and lived experience, he challenges listeners to consider what true healing looks like when the Spirit, not science, is in control.🎧 Tune in for a radical rethinking of therapy, faith, and the human condition.

Prices don’t spike overnight, but they do spike. Bernie and Jesse connect the dots from tariffs and shutdown turbulence to the delayed price hikes that land in your cart months later. They outline how supply chains absorb shocks…until they can’t, and why unemployment, higher costs, and frozen programs show up on Main Street long after political theater fades. The duo also spot the moment when party loyalty cracks: when supporters feel it in their own wallets. That’s when phone lines light up, positions soften, and “no” turns into “let’s talk.” It’s a candid, concrete look at cause and effect, minus the spin. If you want to see around corners (and protect your budget), this is your playbook. Listen and share to help someone you love prepare, not panic.

From the provocative title to the deeper mission, this conversation reframes S.E.X. as Self-Examination. A daily practice that heals, clarifies, and empowers. Jesse and Bernie welcome author Laura to unpack why couples react to her book cover, how “dots between the letters” signal an acronym, and why the real work is interior: accountability, honesty, and courage. Laura shares formative moments silence as a coping mechanism, speaking up to stop harm, building safe spaces and the fruit test: your life reveals your truth. Bernie adds a prosecutor’s lens on routine self-audits; Jesse connects faith and purpose after leaving the entertainment grind. Together, they map the stakes: unaddressed guilt, health impacts, family systems, and cultural pressure to “wait until Monday” to change. By the end, you’ll have a blueprint for reflective living SWOT for the soul, grace for the journey, action for today.Listen now and share with someone who’s ready to look within.

America is at a crossroads. In this urgent episode, It’s That Part and The Logical Lawyer team up with two retired LAPD lieutenants to explore how politics, policing, and power collide in ways that endanger our freedoms. From unconstitutional ICE raids to dangerous policy shifts, the stakes have never been higher. With wisdom, logic, and personal stories from the front lines, this episode shines a light on the hidden forces shaping our communities and what must happen next to protect justice and accountability.

What’s it really like growing up in a world of climate crisis, gun violence, ICE raids, and social media chaos? Becky Montes doesn’t hold back. In this real-talk episode, Jesse invites Becky to share the triumphs and the trauma of Gen Z’s experience. They dive deep into humor as a coping tool, the dual identity of immigrant families, and what older generations often get wrong. This isn’t a lecture—it’s a lived perspective that demands to be heard. And in the midst of it all? Hope, humor, and healing. It’s that part where truth becomes clarity—and clarity becomes action.

Before badges and cruisers, there were whips and runaway notices. In this urgent episode, host Jesse Lee Hammonds uncovers the chilling roots of American law enforcement—from colonial slave patrols to today’s immigration raids and ICE detentions. Joined by The Logical Lawyer, Bernie Brown, and retired engineer Michael Williams, they unravel how “order” was historically enforced not for justice—but for control. With riveting historical detail and modern-day headlines, this episode makes one thing clear: history isn’t behind us. It’s now. And unless we understand the systems, we’ll keep repeating them. This is the part of the story they didn’t teach in school.

Everybody's talking about “going back”—but back to what? Host Jesse Lee Hammonds pulls the mask off nostalgic narratives and exposes the truth behind the 1789–1913 economic model. From slavery to sharecropping to today's tariffs, this episode unpacks why America’s so-called "great past" wasn’t great for everybody—and why moving forward means facing the facts, not rewriting history.

Proactive health is the key to aging well. This episode dives into essential health screenings, preventative lifestyle practices, and how Boomers and Gen X can take charge of their health before problems arise. Learn how Phix can support immune function, energy, and long-term wellness.

Many nutrition myths have misled Boomers and Gen X for years. In this episode, we uncover the truth about fats, carbs, metabolism, and dietary supplements like Phix. Get science-backed insights to help you make smarter food choices for energy, weight management, and longevity.

Learn how to seamlessly incorporate Phix into your daily regimen to enhance energy levels and overall vitality. This episode discusses the science behind Phix, its benefits for weight loss, and practical tips for consistent use to achieve optimal results.