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This week on The Common Knowledge Podcast, Marcus L-Spade Johnson welcomes L. Maxwell for a conversation about politics, power, and technology. We discuss President Trump, JD Vance, Senators Eric Schmitt and John Kennedy, and the U.S. House and Senate. Plus, we explore data centers and artificial intelligence—and what their growth means for our communities and future. Join the conversation, share your thoughts, and subscribe for more Common Knowledge.

Tennessee’s next governor will shape the future of our public schools, healthcare, economy, and working families. In this episode of The Common Knowledge Podcast, Marcus L-Spade Johnson sits down with Volunteerily Liberal to break down Tennessee politics, the upcoming governor’s race, and why we’re supporting Jerri Green. We discuss the issues facing Tennesseans, the need for new leadership, and what voters should know before heading to the polls. #CommonKnowledgePodcast #MarcusLSpadeJohnson #VolunteerilyLiberal #JerriGreen #JerriGreenForGovernor #TennesseePolitics #TNGov #TennesseeGovernor #TennesseeElection #VoteTennessee #MemphisPolitics

Fandom Under Fire: Comics, Movies & the Culture War | Blue Ninja Marcus L-Spade Johnson sits down with Japan-based musician, actor, and content creator Blue Ninja for a wide-ranging conversation about comics, television, movies, and modern fandom. They explore how culture-war debates are shaping entertainment, representation, creativity, and the way audiences respond to their favorite franchises.

Former professional fighter and civil-rights advocate Maurice Shelton joins Marcus L-Spade Johnson to discuss a different kind of fight: his landmark legal battle against racial profiling in Japan. After reportedly being stopped by police around 17 times despite being a permanent resident with a Japanese family, Maurice is demanding change. We explore race, immigration, policing, identity, and the struggle for equal treatment—not only in Japan, but around the world.

India and Marcus share the after Podcast chat.

In this episode of The Common Knowledge Podcast, Marcus L. Spade Johnson sits down with India Dean for a wide-ranging conversation about culture wars, male fragility, mental health, Tennessee politics, and America’s neglected infrastructure. Why do political distractions receive more attention than failing roads, bridges, water systems, education, healthcare, and other issues affecting everyday people? We also discuss the WNBA, the pressure to speak on every tragedy, and why protecting your mental health sometimes means stepping away from the conversation. It’s time to stop chasing outrage and focus on what actually matters. #CommonKnowledgePodcast #MarcusLSpadeJohnson #IndiaDean #CultureWars #MaleFragility #MentalHealth #TennesseePolitics #AmericanInfrastructure #WNBA #PoliticalCommentary #IndependentPolitics #FocusOnWhatMatters

What Can We Eat, Who Can We Trust—and Why Are We in the Dark? This week on The Common Knowledge Podcast, we tackle three stories that raise one big question: Why can’t America focus on anything important? First, the Tennessee Governor’s Deep Dive continues with independent gubernatorial candidate Dr. Lauren Pinkston. Who is she, what does she believe, and does her campaign offer Tennessee a real alternative to the two major parties? Next, we examine the recent wave of food recalls and ask: What can we safely eat in America—and what is RFK Jr.’s FDA doing about it? Finally, after another major Memphis-area power outage, Marcus L-Spade Johnson asks why basic infrastructure keeps failing while politicians and the public remain distracted by culture-war nonsense. Politics, food safety, failing infrastructure, and plenty of satire—all in one episode. #CommonKnowledgePodcast #LaurenPinkston #TennesseeGovernor #TennesseePolitics #FoodRecall #FDA #RFKJr #Memphis #PowerOutage #PoliticalPodcast

In Episode 3 of our Tennessee governor candidate review, Marcus L-Spade Johnson examines Jerri Green’s background, visibility, platform, and proposed Day One agenda. Green offers specific funding figures for housing assistance, childcare, and medical-debt relief—but are her TANF proposals sustainable, and how much can she legally accomplish through executive orders? This is not an endorsement. It’s an honest examination of what Green is promising, how her campaign compares with Marsha Blackburn’s, and whether her plans can realistically deliver for Tennessee families. #JerriGreen #TennesseeGovernor #TennesseePolitics #CommonKnowledgePodcast #MarcusLSpadeJohnson

Title: Is This How You’re Going to Protect Women? Royce White’s WNBA Stunt Description:Royce White says he identifies as a woman “for the purpose of basketball” and plans to declare for the 2027 WNBA Draft. But is this a serious argument about fairness—or a Republican Senate candidate using women and transgender people as props for a political stunt? In this episode of The Common Knowledge Podcast, Marcus L-Spade Johnson breaks down the WNBA’s actual eligibility rules, White’s public record, and the real dangers facing women—including domestic violence, pregnancy-care failures, and the tragic killing of Sara Gilson. Protecting women requires real policies—not a wig, a camera, and a culture-war performance. #CommonKnowledgePodcast #MarcusLSpadeJohnson #RoyceWhite #WNBA #WomensRights #TransRights #DomesticViolenceAwareness #PoliticalCommentary

On this episode of The Common Knowledge Podcast, Marcus L-Spade Johnson takes a deep dive into Marsha Blackburn—her record, platform, alignment with Donald Trump, and campaign for Tennessee governor. We examine her positions on the economy, immigration, education, public safety and the war with Iran—including its growing cost to American taxpayers. Then, we discuss “The Passing of the Guard”: the seismic generational shift happening as the old political and workplace establishment moves aside. Millennials survived recessions, corporate bailouts and the technological revolution. Now it’s time for our generation to stop waiting for permission, step forward and lead.

This week on The Common Knowledge Podcast, we're tackling two conversations that are shaping communities in very different ways—but both raise the same question: What kind of leadership are we choosing? Section One: Decision 2026 – The Tennessee Governor Series The series begins with Republican gubernatorial candidate Monty Fritts. We'll examine his background, policy positions, legislative record, and vision for Tennessee. This isn't an endorsement or an attack—it's a fact-based look at what his leadership could mean for Tennesseans. Future episodes will feature every major gubernatorial candidate, including John Rose, Marsha Blackburn, Democratic candidate Jerry Green, and any qualified independent candidates. Section Two: Tuskegee's Dress Code Policy Tuskegee University's new dress code has sparked a national conversation. Is it about professionalism, discipline, and preparing students for success? Or does it raise questions about personal expression and campus culture? We'll examine the policy, the reactions, and what it says about higher education, expectations, and the legacy of one of America's most historic HBCUs. No spin. No talking points. Just context, facts, and thoughtful discussion. One Podcast. Two Conversations. One Goal: Common Knowledge.

🎙️ The Common Knowledge Podcast with Marcus L-Spade JohnsonGuest: Bigg (BTSE 365 Podcast) This week we're diving into one of the biggest conversations in sports and politics. After President Donald Trump called LeBron James a "racist" during a White House press conference, we ask a simple question: If athletes are told to "shut up and dribble," shouldn't politicians "shut up and make policy?" We also break down LeBron's controversial comments about Memphis. Did he unfairly disrespect the city, or were his words taken out of context? We discuss why so many Memphians felt attacked, the broader perception of Memphis around the NBA, and whether the criticism is really about the city—or something else. Finally, we discuss the future of the Memphis Grizzlies following Ja Morant's departure. Was it the right basketball decision? What does it mean for Memphis, small-market teams, and the future of the NBA? This episode is a conversation about consistency, accountability, free speech, sports culture, and what happens when politics and athletics collide. 💬 Topics Include:🏀 Trump calls LeBron a "racist"🏀 Should politics stay out of sports?🏀 LeBron's Memphis comments🏀 Why Memphis always seems to be in the spotlight🏀 Ja Morant's future and the Grizzlies🏀 The challenges facing small-market NBA teams 👇 Join the conversation in the comments. Do you agree or disagree with our takes? #TheCommonKnowledgePodcast #MarcusLSpadeJohnson #BTSE365 #LeBronJames #DonaldTrump #JaMorant #Memphis #MemphisGrizzlies #NBA #SportsPodcast #Politics #SportsAndPolitics #FreeSpeech #Basketball #Podcast #YouTubePodcast #ApplePodcasts #SpotifyPodcasts #901 #MemphisTN

Marcus L-Spade Johnson sits down with guest L. Maxwell for a wide-ranging conversation about America’s aging political leadership, the rise of Zohran Mamdani and the debate over democratic socialism, and the future of artificial intelligence through the eyes of a former Intel employee. Are America’s longtime leaders holding back the next generation? Is socialism being fairly discussed—or simply used as a political scare word? And can we trust governments and corporations with increasingly powerful AI? This episode challenges the old political order and examines the technology reshaping our future. The Common Knowledge Podcast with Marcus L-Spade JohnsonGuest: L. Maxwell

As America marks its 250th anniversary, The Ran-Dumb Show tackles one of the most controversial questions in American history: Who were the five worst Presidents of the United States? Hosts Alex Hunter and Marcus Johnson rank the presidents they believe did the most lasting damage to the country, evaluating leadership, constitutional stewardship, economic consequences, crisis management, foreign policy, and the long-term impact of their decisions. Who lands at #1? Which presidents deserved a spot on the list? And which controversial figures narrowly avoided making the cut? This episode isn't about political party loyalty—it's about examining history, debating the evidence, and encouraging thoughtful discussion about presidential leadership over the past 250 years. 🇺🇸 Happy 250th Birthday, America! Topics include: The Top 5 Worst U.S. Presidents Presidential Leadership During National Crises Economic and Foreign Policy Decisions Civil Rights and Constitutional Legacy Historical Rankings vs. Public Opinion Do you agree with our rankings? Share your own Top 5 Worst Presidents in the comments and explain your choices. Keep the discussion respectful, and let's see where history—and opinion—collide. #America250 #USA250 #USHistory #AmericanHistory #WorstPresidents #HistoryPodcast #TheRanDumbShow #AlexHunter #MarcusJohnson #Politics #HistoryDebate #PresidentialHistory