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The New York Times’s Cesar Chavez Investigation, the Afroman Trial, and the Taylor Frankie Paul Controversy

The New York Times’s Cesar Chavez Investigation, the Afroman Trial, and the Taylor Frankie Paul Controversy
NYT Cesar Chavez Investigation, the Afroman Trial, and Taylor Frankie Paul Controversy
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About the episode

Van and Rachel remember the life of Kiki Shepard before discussing the negotiations between the WNBA and WNPBA that led to a verbal agreement for a new CBA. Then they discuss the recent New York Times investigation into Cesar Chavez. After that, the two get into the big controversy revolving around reality star Taylor Frankie Paul, Afroman’s lawsuit, and Ray J’s most recent viral moment: defending his sister Brandy. Lastly, the two are joined by former Ringer colleague, poet, and author Jonathan Kermah to talk about his new book of poetry.

Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Jade Whaley
Social Producer: Bernard Moore

Summary

  • 1:04

    Midnight Boys recast

  • 7:48

    The life of Kiki Shepard

  • 13:21

    WNBA and WNPBA align on key elements of a new CBA

  • 26:58

    Cesar Chavez accused of sexual abuse

  • 51:52

    Taylor Frankie Paul under fire

  • 1:16:34

    Afroman lawsuit

  • 1:32:00

    Ray J defends Brandy

  • 1:44:59

    Jonathan Kermah