Selective Ignorance: Ep. 88 | Stop Turning Zeroes Into Heroes
Mandii B returns with another thought-provoking episode of Selective Ignorance, joined by super producer A-King and Jason “Jah” Lee for unfiltered conversations about Election Day, politics, racism, community violence, and pop culture. After urging listeners to get out and vote [00:00] and previewing the episode’s biggest headlines [00:38], the crew celebrates winning two Signal Awards [03:17] before discussing voter turnout [05:13] and taking a hilarious detour into No Nut November, sex toys, and hentai [07:23] [08:18]. Viral interviews with MAGA supporters [10:53] spark debates about racism, Islamophobia, and political misinformation [13:54], leading to conversations about voter apathy [16:11], emerging Black political candidates [21:04], and Democratic Party tensions in Michigan involving Abdul Sayed and Haley Stevens [26:00]. The crew also reacts to a heated exchange between a Black military veteran and a MAGA influencer [30:44], including a sharp Mayflower comeback and the veteran’s response to racist attacks [32:27] [32:50]. The conversation takes a serious turn with the tragic shooting of 15-year-old Ghanaian student Javits Frimpong in the Bronx [34:46], prompting discussions about bullying, tensions within the African diaspora [36:27], and the roots of community violence [40:48], with a brief detour into travel deals and a Frontier Airlines phishing scam [38:38] [39:56]. Cardi B’s comments about New York City public schools [42:37] lead to a deeper examination of poverty, survival-driven crime, parental accountability, and teaching children respect [45:48] [49:43] [55:12]. The discussion shifts to a major Florida undercover operation resulting in 281 arrests connected to alleged child exploitation, prostitution, and trafficking offenses [01:01:29], followed by commentary on Polk County’s history of headline-making police operations [01:06:27]. The crew reacts to Donald Trump’s controversial remarks about Black and Jewish voters [01:08:15], debating America’s international reputation, stereotypes about American tourists, and political distractions [01:09:15] [01:10:50] [01:12:28]. India Love’s stance against Halloween [01:13:30] sparks a conversation about Christianity, religious hypocrisy, judging others’ sins, and beliefs about heaven [01:15:01] [01:19:11], before a nostalgic R&B music detour [01:20:41]. The crew then unpacks the controversy between 2 Chainz and food critic Keith Lee [01:22:53], examining restaurant reviews, celebrity privilege, and whether Black-owned businesses should be held to different standards of criticism [01:32:52]. Finally, they discuss the WNBA Finals, the league’s continued growth, and the Atlanta Dream [01:35:42], before closing with final thoughts and credits [01:40:47]. From Election Day and MAGA controversies to youth violence, Cardi B’s parenting perspective, Keith Lee’s restaurant reviews, and the future of the WNBA, Selective Ignorance delivers another candid conversation about politics, accountability, Black culture, and the issues shaping our communities. No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto Of Sexual Exploration And Power” w/ Tempest X! Sale Link Follow the host on Social MediaMandii B Instagram/X @fullcourtpumps Follow the crew on Social Media @itsaking @mrhiphopobama Follow the show on Social MediaInstagram @selectiveignorancepodTiktok @selective.ignoranceX/Twitter @selectiveig_podSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
