28 JUN 2021 · The former Minneapolis police officer has finally been sentenced for killing George Floyd. But has justice really been served? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill and Shavar Jeffries unpack Derek Chauvin’s sentencing and next steps to transform the institution of policing in honor of George Floyd’s legacy. In addition, Evan Mastronardi and Michelle Hope discuss Brittany Spears’ attempt to end her conservatorship, the new abuse allegations against Chris Brown, and the debate surrounding the name of Michael B. Jordan’s new Rum.

21 JUN 2021 · “In the Heights” has reignited long-standing conversations around colorism in the Latinx community. But this isn’t just an issue in Hollywood. How can we stop the erasure of Afro-Latinx people in society? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill, Karina Cabreja, and Stanley Fritz unpack the recent controversy surrounding the lack of Afro-Latinx representation in “In the Heights.” In addition, the team discuss the return of “Bennifer,” the New York City mayoral race, and whether or not Juneteenth becoming a federal holiday is an act of performative justice.

14 JUN 2021 · On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” SelenaHill speaks to Iheoma U. Iruka, Ph.D., a professor and social justice researcher at UNC-Chapel Hill and co-founder of RISER, about the history of Juneteenth and the ongoing struggle for liberation. In addition, Evan Mastronardi and Damond Stubbs join Selena to discuss VP Kamala Harris' controversial message to immigrants, Kim Kardashian’s Photoshop fail, and new guidelines that give employers legal rights to mandate their employees receive COVID vaccinations.

7 JUN 2021 · It’s June. We have pride, but not freedom. The fight for equality continues. On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill and filmmaker Amber J. Phillips discuss the release of her documentary, “Abundance,” which touches on the intersection of race, sexuality, and body image. In addition, Evan Mastrondari and Michelle Hope unpack the rise in transgender hate crimes, Facebook’s continued promotion of conversion therapy content, and the latest news of the U.S. Capitol insurrection.

24 MAY 2021 · George Floyd’s murder sparked global outrage. But the fight for reform is far from over. How can we dismantle the systems of injustice in honor of George Floyd? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill, TV host Erica Cobb, and special featured guest Mike Muse, the co-founder of LawChamps, unpack the impact that George Floyd has had on policing, prisons, and calls for reform a year after his murder. In addition, Evan Mastronardi joins Selena to discuss the anniversary of the Tulsa Massacre, BLM’s support of Palestine, and the DA’s decision to not press charges against the cops who murdered Andrew Brown Jr.

17 MAY 2021 · Dozens of Palestinians have been killed in Israeli airstrikes. Protests for Palestine have erupted worldwide. Will there ever be peace in the Middle East? On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Selena Hill speaks to an organizer from Within Our Lifetime, a Palestinian-led community organization in NYC, about the recent escalation of violence in Palestine, the history behind the Israeli occupation in Palestine, and how allies can stand in solidarity with Palestine. Evan Mastronardi and Michelle Hope also join Selena to unpack the latest Derek Chauvin murder case, Chrissy Teigan's past cyberbullying attacks against a teenager, and the ouster of Rep. Liz Cheney from House Republican leadership for refusing to support Trump's election lies.

10 MAY 2021 · Black women are four times as likely to die in pregnancy and childbirth. COVID has only exacerbated the racial disparities in Black birth outcomes. How can we save Black mothers’ lives? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill and special featured guests Dana Sherrod and Dr. Rachel Bond unpack the factors driving Black maternal mortality and what needs to be done to provide better healthcare for Black women. In addition, Evan Mastronardi and Damond Stubbs discuss the indictment of the 4 officers who murdered George Floyd, Bill and Melinda Gates’ divorce, and Jake Paul taking Floyd Mayweather's hat.

3 MAY 2021 · Black voters showed up for Joe. Now is he showing up for us? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill, Nkwa Asonye, Evan Mastrondari, and special featured guest Diallo Brooks, a Civil Rights Leader and Senior Director of Outreach at People for the American Way, evaluate President Joe Biden’s first 100 days in office and how he’s handled key issues like police reform, the pandemic, and the economy.

27 APR 2021 · Daunte, Ma’Khia, Andrew, Anthony. The list keeps growing. Is it time to abolish the police? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill, Evan Mastrondari, and special guest activist and author Brea Baker discuss the call to abolish the police. In addition, the team unpacks the police shooting of Ma’Khia Bryant, Levar Burton guest-hosting “Jeopardy!," and the impact of the Derek Chauvin guilty verdict.

19 APR 2021 · The police have killed again. This time his name is Daunte Wright. What needs to be done to implement real police reform? On this episode of "Be Heard Talk" Selena Hill, Paige Ingram, Karina Maria Cabreja, and Evan Mastronardi unpacked the murder of Daunte Wright and the next steps in the fight to defund and abolish the police. In addition, the team discussed the shooting of 13-year-old Adam Toledo, the assault and battery charges against Sgt. Jonathan Pentland, and the Usher Bucks scandal.