Ernestly Speaking! S8, Episode 24: Trump vs. Iran, Philly’s $1.3 Million Cop Uniforms, That Tyler Perry Lawsuit

Send us a textIn this “uncomfortable opinion” episode, Ernest unpacks the new never-ending Trump controversy, Hunter Biden goes off, a global media awakening in Gaza, Philly Mayor Cherelle Parker’s administrative chaos, missing Malcolm Jamal Warner (and not Hulk Hogan), about that Tea app, and much more.Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and follow him @MrErnestOwens on Twitter & Instagram.

Send us a textIn this “do not bow” episode, Ernest dives into the Epstein files controversy that Trump can’t shake off, Democrats reckon with their own identity crisis, a contentious Congressional race in Philly is underway, mainstream media takes more hits, the continual delusion of Nicki Minaj, and much more.Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and follow him @MrErnestOwens on Twitter & Instagram.

Send us a textIn this “such good English” season premiere, Ernest returns with thoughts on the latest divides within the Trump administration, the Democratic establishment’s infighting over Mamdani, lessons learned from Philly’s District Council 33 strike, the triumphant return of Brandy & Monica, the official song of the summer, and much more.Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and follow him @MrErnestOwens on Twitter & Instagram.

Send us a textIn this “Daddy’s Home” season finale, Ernest evaluates the socialized chaos of Trump’s White House, updates on the aftermath of that historic NYC Mayoral primary, the compromise of SCOTUS, the triumphant return of Sarah McLachlan, why Love Island doesn’t do it for me, and much more.Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and follow him @MrErnestOwens on Twitter & Instagram.

Send us a textIn this special edition episode, Ernest gives a very straight-forward analysis of how New York City Democrats made a very bold and historic move in electing Zohran Mamdani during their mayoral primary -- and how Philly can catch the momentum.Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and follow him @MrErnestOwens on Twitter & Instagram.

Send us a textIn this “please ask, I will tell” episode, Ernest explores the war Trump has started in the Middle East, about that bombshell Tucker Carlson interview with Ted Cruz, SCOTUS goes full anti-LGBTQ, Philly's potential Congressional battle race, the solid return of Cardi B (hopefully), and much more.Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and follow him @MrErnestOwens on Twitter & Instagram.

Send us a textIn this “let’s take it there” episode, Ernest explores a refreshing political beef Trump wasn’t prepared for, NYC mayoral race heats up, a new Philly budget gets passed, an important reminder for white liberals, Sabrina Carpenter's interesting album cover, and much more.Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and follow him @MrErnestOwens on Twitter & Instagram.

Send us a textIn this “on and popping” episode, Ernest explores the end of Trump’s toxic bromance, why all politicians must name the bills they legislate, chaos at Philadelphia City Council, an early Oscars category prediction, Tyler Perry strikes again, and much more.Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and follow him @MrErnestOwens on Twitter & Instagram.

Send us a textIn this “VIP Gold pass” (lol) episode, Ernest analyzes Trump’s high-profile Black pardons, why it’s time to move on from Biden, the policy clusterfuck of Philly Democrats, putting respect on Audra McDonald’s name, Miley Cyrus’ fabulous new album, and much more.Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and follow him @MrErnestOwens on Twitter & Instagram.

Send us a textIn this special edition episode, Ernest gives a very sobering (read: brutally honest) telling of the first day of Roots Picnic 2025. Listener discretion is advised. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and follow him @MrErnestOwens on Twitter & Instagram.