We decided to do a special 420 Episode on a solid community member and Bklyn Combine family, Floyd Jarvis. Floyd is a horticulturist/gardener and founder of the Canarsie Neighborhood Community Garden. In addition he also recently founded, Ganja War Veterans For Equity and acts as a major Cannabis Advocate in NY. Armed with knowledge and a passion for community, Mr. Jarvis walks us through his journey in farming and cannabis advocacy not to mention his deep knowledge of Rastafarianism and much more.


We are the Brooklyn Combine, a non-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

The Ganja Complex: Rastafari and Marijuana by Ansley Hamid
https://www.amazon.com/Ganja-Complex-Rastafari-Marijuana/dp/0739103601

Inside the CIA's Secret War in Jamaica Paperback by Casey Gane-McCalla https://www.amazon.com/Inside-CIAs-Secret-War-Jamaica/dp/1944082077

https://www.instagram.com/justlikea_shumba
https://www.instagram.com/ganjawarveterans

Music:
1. Hello Carol, The Gladiators
2. Two Sevens Clash, Culture
3. I Need A Roof, The Heptones
4. Tune In,  Gregory Isaacs

420: Floyd Jarvis Episode

This week your family at The Bklyn Combine deliver the first episode in a special series called, “Combine Honors”. In this series, we will do a recap of our instagram Black History Month February posts, a daily dedication to individuals who have made a major contribution to Black culture. In this episode we review Fannie Lou Hamer, Chairman Fred Hampton Sr., Gwendolyn Brooks, and William L. Patterson. 

https://www.instagram.com/bklyncombine/

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a non-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

Music:
1. Harvest Time, Pharoah Sanders
2. No Knock, Gil Scott Heron
3. Oblighetto (Remix), Brother Jack McDuff
4. Maiysha, Mile Davis

Combine Honors

This week we discuss NYC's new mayor, Eric adams' sit-down with Maino and some of Brooklyn's most popular drill rappers, i.e. Fiveo Foreign and 
B-Lovee. The meeting was a step that some may consider progress but others may look at as performative. The Combine dissected the genre and it's impact on a new generation of listeners, the consequences, and much more.

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a non-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

Music:
1. Gisela (Lion Rock), Fitz Gore & The Talismen
2. Politician / King Tubby - Killa Dub, Barry Brown
3. Is Ya Ready, Kay Flock
4. D&D, Sha EK Feat. Blockwork

Drill Report

This week we sat down with Merl Code, a former Adidas executive who was  sentenced to nine months in federal prison for his participation in a college hoops bribery scandal in 2017. The Combine gets the scoop from Merl as we learn what really happened.

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a non-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

Music:
1. Leaving This Planet, Charles Earland
2. Whale Watching, Curren$y & The Alchemist (feat. Styles P)
3.The Big Payback, James Brown

Merl Code Episode

This is part 2 of our conversation with Mr. Tyrone Larkins, former inmate at Attica prison in 1971. Attica is known for a prison riot where over a thousand men, took control of the prison and took hostages in their demand for better living conditions. Larkins continues his riveting account of his time at Attica and life beyond the wall.

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a non-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

Music:
1. Patterns, Ahmad Jamal
2. When The Revolution Comes, The Last Poets
3. Magnum Band  Remix, Mach Hommy

Tyrone Larkins Pt 2

Women's History Month is almost over but your Bklyn Combine brothers had an opportunity to discuss the impact of strong women in our lives along with other current issues in the news like, Russia's invasion of Ukraine, COVID and Deltacron, and all around mental health.

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a non-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/janicegassam/2022/03/19/i-dont-need-white-womens-allyship-a-conversation-with-raven-rodriguez-about-liberation/ 

Music:
1. Control, Janet Jackson
2. BAM BAM, Sister Nancy
3. Moody, ESG

Women's History Episode

This week some of the older members of the Combine sat down with some of the  younger members and discussed a few current topics from Kevin Samuels to the Supreme Court. 

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a non-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

Rest In Power Netic: https://youtu.be/BU_PMct6eaU

Music:
1. Wait For U (ft. Drake, Tems), Future
2. Rebel, Game Rebellion
3. Mr. Nigga, Mos Def
4. It's All Great, Homeboy Sandman

Old Meets New

On the premiere episode of our latest season of the Bklyn Combine podcast we build with a true lyricist and all-around thinker. He goes by the name of ANKHLEJOHN and aims to become a household name. Think of him as your favorite rapper's favorite rapper. The DC native also blessed the stage at Combine Day as our headline performer at Restoration Plaza in Bed Stuy!

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a non-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

https://lordy.bandcamp.com

Music:
1. ,Gold and Relics / Fathers Day, ANKHLEJOHN
2. As A Man Thinketh, ANKHLEJOHN Feat. Reign Supreme
3. I Had A Dream, Rahiem Supreme Feat. ANKHLEJOHN
4. The Sunrise, ANKHLEJOHN

ANKHLEJOHN Episode

Join the Bklyn Combine on a journey to the continent of Africa on Ken's 50th birthday. This episode was pre-recorded in July of this year when a few of the Combine members went to Kenya, Tanzania, and South Africa to explore and experience just some of the wonders of this vast continent. For Ken it was his first time and the squad had some interesting stories to share.

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a non-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

http://awaytoafrica.com

Music:
1. Healer Ntliziyo Yam (feat. Russell Zuma) by Gaba Cannal & George Lesley
2. Tanzania (feat. Sino Solo & BoiBizza)by Uncle Waffles & Tony Duardo
3. Kethiwe (feat. Sino Msolo) [Edit] by Shimza & Darque

East Africa Episode

Continuing with last week's theme, The Bklyn Combine brings you an intimate conversation with a young Maasai man who became our first honorary Tanzanian Combine member. Phill and Chaba sat down with Leepa "Simon" Lenguka and they chatted on a ferry ride from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar. And what better way to pass the time than to chat with a new friend?

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a non-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

www.lengukastravel.com

Maasi Self-Instruction Manual
chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.livelingua.com/peace-corps/Maasai/Maa%20manual.pdf

Music:
1. Maasai Music, Embrukoi
2. Yope Remix by Innoss'B feat. Diamond Platnumz
3. Traditional Maasai music
4. Rhythmic Maasai Deep Humming

Maasai Leepa Lenguka Episode

Are you a music lover? So is your family at the Bklyn Combine, and this week we build with two of our favorite DJ's/music men. We call them "music men" because they are both multi-faceted and music aficionados in their own right. This week we went into the crates with Asen James of FON Soundsystem and Dave Andrew of Ode To Vinyl (OTV). They spoke to Ken about their preference for vinyl and they shared insight about everything from Jazz to Hip Hop and what made them love the art form.

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a non-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

http://www.fonsoundsystem.com
http://www.instagram.com/aaliance

http://www.instagram.com/odetovinyl
http://www.instagram.com/ask4dave

Music:
1. The Creator Has A Master Plan by Pharaoh Sanders
2. Re Fingered With Love by Ge-ology
3. Keys by Elijah feat. D.A.P.
4. Sounds From The Combine by Dapshido

Sounds From The Combine Episode

This week The Bklyn Combine continues with the final installment in our East Africa series. Meet Mr. Lee, a legend in his own right and a humble, yet larger-than-life figure. This Harlem expat has lived life fully and we are honored to have him as our guest. Join us as he shares stories and life advice while occassionally breaking out in song. We couldn't get enough of Brother Lee's life stories and the live serenades were the best!

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a non-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

1. I Apologise by Billy Eckstine
2. Sometimes I'm Happy (Sometimes I'm Blue) by Nat King Cole
3. Four [The First Recording] by Miles Davis

Mr. Lee Episode Part 1

The Bklyn Combine ends our East Africa series with part 2 of our discussion with the charismatic, Mr. Lee, an 82 year old, legend in Lamu, Kenya. This Harlem expat has lived life fully and we are honored to have him as our guest. Join us as he shares stories and life advice.

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a non-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

Music:
1. Everybody Wants To Rule The World by Robert Glasper, feat. Lalah Hathaway
2. Try A Little Tenderness by Otis Redding
3. F by Raheim Supreme

Mr. Lee Episode Part 2

This week we get the lowdown on life as a digital nomad. World travel from a man in his late 20s can be interesting, especially considering dating, food culture, local customs, and getting around to name a few. Join us as Jazz shares his tales from abroad.

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a non-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

Music:
1. The Less I Know the Better by Tame Impala
2. Back It Up by Nameless and Wahu 
3. Mau Mau by Mr. Muthafuckin Exquire ft. Maffew Ragazino
4. Rich Flex by Drake & 21 Savage

Tales From An Expat

NYE 2022

We are back with our 5th season of reasoning, storytelling, critical thinking, in-depth analysis, and all-around op-eding on the things that affect the Brooklyn Community and beyond. In our first episode, we discuss American violence, music, and our very first fundraiser on Thursday, April 27, 2023 at Major R. Owens Health & Wellness Community Center.

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a non-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

Learn more about our Fundraising Fete: http://bklyncombine.com/fete
Combine Approved Africa Travel groups:
1. Cape Verde - Avontade Tours https://avontade-tours.com/
2. Kenya/Tanzania/South Africa - Away to Africa https://www.awaytoafrica.com/

Music:
1. Fly Metaphysics by Rahiem Supreme (The Pretty Prada Papi EP)
2. Roaches Don't Fly by Armand Hammer & The Alchemist
3. Evil Eye by MIKE
4. Eye to Eye by Lute ft. Cozz

COMBINE FUNDRAISER 2023

In Episode 004 the Bklyn Combine sit down with special guest, Leonard “Pete” Rollock. Mr. Rollock an iconic Harlem and New York figure discusses his upbringing in Harlem giving detail to the heroin epidemic that pre-dated the crack epidemic.

Mr. Rollock provides insight to his numerous run-ins with the law and ultimate federal convictions in cases associated with Nicky Barnes and members of organized crime. The conversation also includes thoughts on Mr. Rollock’s son “Pistol Pete”, who is currently serving life with no parole at a super-maximum federal prison. The younger Rollock was tied to the Blood set "sex, money, and murder". The conversation provides a narrative about what happens behind the adulation of street legends.

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a non-for-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

Leonard "Pete" Rollock Interview

We continue our series on violence with this week's podcast featuring close comrade to The Bklyn Combine, Dr. Rob Gore, emergency room physician and founder of KAVI, an initiative providing youth with productive and safe alternatives to engaging in interpersonal violence. Dr. Gore's experiences give him a unique perspective on the topic of violence.

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a not-for-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

Violence Series: The Dr. Rob Gore Interview

The Brooklyn Combine has a conversation with the iconic and legendary Walter “Tut” Johnson in this weeks episode. Mr. Johnson is serving life with no parole in the American Prison industrial complex.

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a not-for-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

Violence Series: The Walter "Tut" Johnson interview

This episode the Combine sat down with the talented and always thoughtful Dallas Penn to discuss New York and Black culture, the podcast game, health and the missed but not forgotten Combat Jack.

Listen to Dallas Penn every week on Talkitecture

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a not-for-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

Tracklist
1. Boot Camp Clik, Still For the People - Likkle Youth Man Dem (Bonus Track)
2. The Best of Donald Byrd -(Falling Like) Dominoes (Live)
3. Dead Prez, Let's Get Free - Be Healthy
4. In a Sentimental Mood - The Very Best Of John Coltrane - Africa
5. Herbie Hancock, Head Hunters - Watermelon Man

The Dallas Penn Episode

This week we discuss history and culture with Dr. Burchell M. Marcus, Director at Community Advocate Development Organization. We talked Community, education, activism and much more with our elder and fellow history aficionado. Dr. Marcus focuses on advocating for the Brooklyn communities at large by bringing their issues to the forefront with local community leaders and council people.

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a not-for-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

BKLYN Combine

Dr. Burchell M. Marcus Episode

This week we sit down again with Bklyn Combine sister, PNC, disruptor, principal, and author, Dr. Nadia Lopez to get some perspective on what it feels like 10 years after opening a school in the Brownsville section of Brooklyn.

Dr. Lopez started Mott Hall Bridges Academy middle school in 2010 and has since done everything from a TED Talk about starting a school to close a prison, to creating a hair festival at her school in an effort to address issues of self esteem. Join us as we also discuss the corona virus, physical and mental health and Kenneth's insecurities.

We are the Bklyn Combine, a not-for-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

You can also listen to Dr. Lopez's first appearance on The Bklyn Combine Podcast:  https://soundcloud.com/user-171560976/the-lopez-effect

Dr. Lopez's Books:
https://www.amazon.com/Bridge-Brilliance-Woman-Community-Inspiring-ebook/dp/B0191WS040

https://www.amazon.com/Teaching-Fourth-Industrial-Revolution-Armand-dp-1138483230/dp/1138483230/ref=mt_paperback?_encoding=UTF8&me=&qid=

Shea Moisture, Hairfest:
https://www.facebook.com/SheaMoisture/videos/2685321488208709/

Humans of New York:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ydiuCPsyDGA

Press:
https://www.glamour.com/story/humans-of-new-york-principal-nadia-lopez

https://www.nytimes.com/2016/08/28/books/review/nadia-lopez-bridge-to-brilliance.html

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/nadia-lopez-humans-of-new-york_n_57c997bee4b0e60d31ded94e

Dr. Nadia Lopez Episode

We are the Bklyn Combine, a not-for-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

The Relevant Episode

This is episode 1 of a special 2-part series featuring esteemed elder statesman and consigliere to The Bklyn Combine, Anthony L. Ricco, Esq. Ricco's accolades as a trial attorney and his work as counsel on federal death penalty cases across the country is extensive to put it mildly, not to mention, his work as an adjunct professor at Fordham Law School. We can’t tell you enough about Anthony L. Ricco, just google him.

Mr. Ricco's ability to break down complex ideas into digestible pieces is what sets him apart from his contemporaries. Join some of the usual suspect  from the Combine as we get into some of serious topics and possible solutions with a truly brilliant, analytical mind.

We are the Bklyn Combine, a not-for-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

The Cress Theory of Color Confrontation and Racism (White Supremacy) (A Psycho-Genetic Theory and World Outlook)

Anthony L. Ricco Esq. Episode 1

This is our 2nd episode in a special 2-part series featuring family member to The Bklyn Combine, Anthony L. Ricco, Esq. Join us this week as we continue a riveting conversation about Black life in America with one of the most brilliant trial attorneys in the country and possibly the profession.

We are the Bklyn Combine, a not-for-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

The Cress Theory of Color Confrontation and Racism (White Supremacy) (A Psycho-Genetic Theory and World Outlook)By Frances Cress Welsing

Anthony Ricco Podcast Part 2

Join us this week, for a follow-up discussion with two members of the very talented team responsible for the newest, must-see, HBO documentary, Yusuf Hawkins: Storm Over Brooklyn. Director, Muta’Ali Muhammad and Producer, Victorious De Costa sat with The Combine for another great conversation.

We are the Bklyn Combine, a not-for-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

Trailer: www.hbo.com/documentaries/yusuf…storm-over-brooklyn
Discussion Guide: www.hbo.com/documentaries/yusuf-hawkins-storm-over-brooklyn/resources

Music:
1. Ultra Black - Nas
2. Treat 'Em Right - Chubb Rock

Storm Over Brooklyn II

Join the team this week as we discuss some recent topics like the Majah Hype relationship drama to the Tyson v. Roy Jones Jr fight. We also touched on one of our fallen heroes and Chicago native, Fred Hampton.

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a non-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

Music:
1. 1969 Organ - Adrian Younge
2. Fred Hampton, ABC News  interview (October 9, 1969)/Conditioning - Ghostface Killah
3. Friends & Family - NAV
4. It's On You (Intro)/Recognize & Realize Pt. 1 - Rapper Noyd (feat. Prodigy of Mobb deep)

The Chairman Fred Episode

This week the Combine discusses gang culture and its relationship to popular culture and entertainment. This hyper-capitalist machine called America, seamlessly works in conjunction with the entertainment industry to make street/gang culture look like a viable option for young black men globally. Yet when these young men get caught up in the legal system (or worse), they often find themselves blindsided facing a legal system that is designed for mass incarceration.

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a non-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

Miller v. Alabama
https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/11pdf/10-9646g2i8.Pdf

Music:
1. I Came Up - J Stone
2. Sammy The Sosa - Ankhlejohn
3. Kokoroko - Ti De
4. Solo - Lous and The Yakuza
5. Toccata and Fugue in D minor - Bach / Move Pt. 2 (feat. J Dilla and Roc C) - Oh No

Gangs & Entertainment Episode

For our first podcast of the year we felt it was appropriate to hear from two of the younger men in our Combine Community. This week we welcome Fort Greene Brooklyn's own, Malik and Julian Bunton. Two positive young men born and raised in the borough and dealing with life post-COVID. We discuss, growing up in Bklyn, HBCUs, careers, dating, and life in general.

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a non-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

Music:
1. Mashita (Live) - Mansur Brown
2. Waikiki Flow - Shy Glizzy
3. Make It Last Forever - Keith Sweat
4. Execute - Jay Critch & Tank God

YBM (Young Black Men) Buntons Episode

Join us for part 2 of our chat with Dwight Rhinosoros, of Eat The Rich Podcast. Eat The Rich is a show about our political economy, late stage capitalism, and the millionaires, billionaires, and multinational corporations hell bent on staving off it’s death rattle.

twitter.com/rhinosoros
twitter.com/eattherichpod
patreon.com/eattherich
@eattherichpod

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a non-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

Music:
1. We Did It Baby (Pt. 1 & Pt. 2) - General Lee and The Space Army Band
2. He's Misstra Know It All - Stevie Wonder
3. George Carlin Clip / Henri Mancini - Theme For The Losers / Beware - Big Pun

Eat The Rich Episode Pt. 2 (Dwight Rhinosoros)

A few members of the Combine took a trip back to McCarthy, Alaska with community partner/Brooklyn to Alaska founder, Sam Gregory. They share stories of their travels on snow machines and unique experiences in the below 0º temps.

We are the Brooklyn Combine, a non-profit community organization. We work with schools, community organizations, and dedicated city officials to help provide mentorship, critical education, leadership, and social support programs to youth and young adults in low-income and underserved communities.

http://timsalaskanguideservice.com

Music:
1. Against All Odds - 2Pac
2. Juicy - Notorious B.I.G.
3. We Gonna Make It - Jadakiss Feat Styles P
4. Mississippi Delta Blues - Muddy Waters

The New Alaskans Podcast - Pt. 1

A podcast coming from the planet of Brooklyn that examines critical thought and community, while searching for solutions to some of our most challenging issues.

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