Crossover Podcast

We're less than 30 days from the election. Every presidential election is high stakes, but this one stands out in recent history. Reverend Wendy Hamilton is today's guest. She was part of Andrew Yang's presidential campaign, but she's voting for Biden with only Biden and Trump remaining. We talk about the relationship between church and state, as well as the importance of voting.  Host: Alex Hollingsworth Guest: Reverend Wendy Hamilton Crossover Media powers the Crossover Podcast. A Black-owned podcast network with ten shows. Learn more about our company and podcasts by visiting our website.

This is the first of many episodes in which I'll spotlight a Black content creator. Today's guest is the host of the Electrified Podcast. Eric started his show in his dorm room closet as a mass communications major, and two years later, his show is heard worldwide. Host: Alex Hollingsworth Guest: Eric Lyons Crossover Media powers the Crossover Podcast. A Black-owned podcast network with ten shows. Learn more about our company and podcasts by visiting our website.

Host: Alex Hollingsworth Guest: Greg Lee Crossover Media powers the Crossover Podcast. A Black-owned podcast network with ten shows. Learn more about our company and podcasts by visiting our website.

Aarika Rhodes joins the Crossover Podcast today. She's running for congress out of California's 30th district. Aarika is a teacher but decided to run for office once Donald Trump moved into the White House. She worked on Andrew Yang's campaign, but since he is out of the race, she made it clear her vote will be for Biden/Harris. We discuss voting, social justice, and the fight for equality. Visit Aarika's website by clicking here. Host: Alex Hollingsworth Guest: Aarika Rhodes Crossover Media powers the Crossover Podcast. A Black-owned podcast network with ten shows. Learn more about our company and podcasts by visiting our website.

The stigma of mental health in the Black community is strong. We often ignore the signs or don't have access to proper services. To shed light on the importance of mental health, I'm joined by Licensed Clinical Social Worker Valerie Carmel. She discusses her upbringing as a Haitian American, her career as a therapist, generational trauma and more. Valerie provides mental health services in Florida so please visit her website if you wish to connect with her.  Host: Alex Hollingsworth Guest: Valerie Carmel ***Mental Health Services (Maryland Only)*** Abundant Life and Wellness Counseling Services, LLC is a Black-owned, outpatient, private counseling practice offering comprehensive services to meet the needs of those seeking a holistic approach to mental health care. If you live in Maryland and need mental health services, please call 240-856-4526. Email abundantlifecounselors@gmail.com Support our business with Patreon.

To say today's guest comes from a basketball family is an understatement. His father, uncles, and cousins all worked in the NBA. Basketball is the family business, so Matt Babcock, the founder of Babcock Hoops, joins me to discuss his career as an agent and basketball analyst. Host: Alex Hollingsworth Guest: Matt Babcock Follow Crossover on Twitter and Instagram Support our business with Patreon.

Carl Little, Director of Player Development at North Carolina Central University, is with me after he put out a call on social media for alumni to send $240 each to the athletic departments of their respective alma maters.  Those of us who grew up watching A Different World or had a family member attend an HBCU always had a special place in our hearts for Historically Black Colleges and Universities. They welcomed us with open arms when predominately white schools weren't so kind unless you could catch a football or dunk a basketball. For all of the prestige of Howard, Spelman, Hampton, and others, HBCU's have always struggled with generating the same kind of income as their counterparts. Host: Alex Hollingsworth Guest: Carl Little Follow Crossover on Twitter and Instagram Support our business with Patreon.

The NCAA and its member colleges have drawn heavy criticism for not paying college athletes. College athletics earn $14 billion annually, yet athletes aren't allowed to profit. Today, CEO of The Professional Collegiate League Ricky Volante joins me.  Ricky, along with some intelligent and thoughtful leaders, including former NBA Allstar and Champion David West, are building a professional basketball league that will not only pay its athletes but provide them with scholarships to attend college.  Guest: Ricky Volante Host: Alex Hollingsworth Follow Crossover on Twitter and Instagram Support our business with Patreon.

After current NFL player, DeSean Jackson, and retired NBA player Stephen Jackson made anti-Semitic comments, a lot of people pointed fingers and took sides. Rather than do that, I opted to reach out to a Jewish-American. America has never had an honest conversation about race. Frankly, America has never had a frank discussion about anything, but on today's episode, that's what two people will do. Editor in Chief for Silver Screen and Roll Harrison Faigen joins me for a candid conversation on racism and anti-Semitism. Host: Alex Hollingsworth Guest: Harrison Faigen Follow Crossover on Twitter and Instagram

Amber Ivey is running for the United States House of Representatives. She sat down with me to discuss politics, growing up in a military family, education, wage gaps, and more! Host: Alex Hollingsworth Guest: Amber Ivey Follow Crossover on Twitter and Instagram

ESPN host Jorge Sedano is with me for a diverse conversation on sports, media, and social justice. Jorge details his start in sports media and his upbringing as a Cuban-American in Miami. Follow Crossover on Twitter and Instagram Host: Alex Hollingsworth Guest: Jorge Sedano Crossover is sponsored by ThriveFantasy. Use promo code Crossover and get a $20 bonus when you sign up with at least a $20 deposit.

NBA agent Wesley Alston of RLA Management joins the show. Wes has been an agent for over ten years, and in this episode, he pulls back the curtain on what it's like working with professional athletes. Our conversation goes wider as we discuss the hypocrisy of the NCAA, Black athletes choosing HBCUs, and more. Follow Crossover on Twitter and Instagram Host: Alex Hollingsworth Guest Westley Alston Crossover is sponsored by ThriveFantasy. Use promo code Crossover and get a $20 bonus when you sign up with at least a $20 deposit.

Crossover is where fans come to get a blend of whats happening in sports and culture. Host Alex Hollingsworth goes one on one with guests from diverse backgrounds to gain different perspectives on sports, social issues, and more. Sports have a unique way of crossing over into politics, music, faith, and more. We will discuss it all. Follow Crossover on Twitter and Instagram