⭐️🎙 Newz and Trendz with Dave and Len: Black News Roundup

Sherry Dorsey Walker: Rebuild, Remember, Reform

Hosts Dave and Len welcome Hon. Sherry Dorsey Walker to News and Trends to discuss her trailblazing career, efforts to add Black history to Delaware schools, and her role at DHSS supporting homelessness and community outreach.
The episode also covers the recent Mother African Union Church fire and the outpouring of community support, reflections on August Quarterly, and quick takes on cultural moments and local news.

Roasts, Reunions and Midlife Truths: Kevin Hart, Cat Williams and Friendship Realities

Dave and Len discuss viral pop-culture moments and personal stories in this episode of Newz and Trendz. They break down Drewski’s skit about Black British actors stealing roles, Spike Lee’s defense of the Michael Jackson biopic amid critic backlash, and the controversial Kevin Hart roast featuring Cat Williams. Interspersed with personal reflections on prom, college trunk parties, midlife friendships, and technology, the hosts offer candid takes and listener-facing questions.
Join them for lively debate, personal anecdotes, and upcoming show announcements including guest Sherry Dorsey Walker and the Black Music Festival.

Repeat feat DJ TimDogg: Cosby Payout, Toxic Hair Warnings & Chuck Norris Tributes

Repeat: On this episode of Newz and Trendz with Dave and Len, joined by Tim "DJ TimDogg" Bayard, cover local community work and national headlines.
Topics include homelessness outreach in Wilmington, the viral controversy over an Argentine burger shop’s inflammatory name, Shea Taylor’s journey from hospital janitor to matched Yale anesthesiology resident, a major judgment against Bill Cosby, and a study revealing harmful chemicals in braiding hair and extensions.
The show closes with Dave’s Corner, a Chuck Norris tribute, event announcements, and reminders about upcoming community events and radio playbacks.

Bootcamps, Ballrooms, and Betrayal: News & Trends with Dave and Lynn

Hosts Dave and Len discuss community and culture in this episode, starting with the Black Superhero Bootcamp for Brooklyn middle-school boys that teaches leadership, emotional regulation, and life skills.
They react to the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, former President Obama’s response, and the conspiracy theories and security questions that followed.
The show also covers celebrity headlines including Megan Thee Stallion’s accusations against Klay Thompson, a surprising report on the most dangerous states for children, and a light closing with math-themed pickup lines.

AI Job Cuts and Viral Finishes: News & Trends with Dave and Leonard

Hosts Dave and Len discuss big tech layoffs and AI’s impact on jobs, explore adolescent mental health and social media’s role in isolation, and celebrate a dramatic Delaware Marathon photo-finish. They also touch on LeBron playing alongside his son, local events, weather and pollen, and listeners’ favorite sporting events.
The episode mixes local news, national tech trends, health tips, and uplifting sports moments, offering practical advice on digital boundaries and community support while keeping a light, conversational tone.

Dynamite Legends: Robin Johnson & Marvin Bell to the Afro‑American Hall of Fame

Welcome to Newz and Trendz with Dave and Len. Hosts Dave Coker and Leonard Young interview Delaware basketball legends Robin Johnson and Marvin Bell about their careers and upcoming induction into the Afro‑American Hall of Fame.
The episode also covers contemporary topics including Candace Owens’ comments about President Trump, allegations of racism on The Price Is Right, skepticism around the Artemis II moon flight footage, and a debate on the benefits and risks of AI. Guests share personal memories from Price’s Park, their paths after high school, and reflections on community and recognition.

Old Gold Derby: Alpha Phi Alpha’s ‘Grown & Sexy’ Fundraiser at Delaware Park

Hosts Dave and Len welcome Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. members Naybu Fullman and Frank Salley to discuss the Gamma Theta Lambda chapter’s Old Gold Derby on May 2 at Delaware Park, a scholarship fundraiser with live entertainment, best-dressed contests, and limited open bar. They explain ticket details and community initiatives supporting local students. Tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/old-gold-derby
The conversation also covers HBCU experiences, practical do’s and don’ts for those considering Divine Nine membership, brain health and the value of talk therapy as we age, and perspectives on members publicly denouncing Greek organizations. The episode blends event promotion with community, culture, and practical advice.

Power Moves, Painful Truths & Big Decisions: From Trump’s Legacy Play to Life-Changing Choices

This week on Newz and Trendz with Dave and Len, we break down the stories everyone’s talking about—and the conversations that matter most.
We start with the buzz around Donald Trump’s reported push to place his signature on the $100 bill, and what it really means to be in that rare circle of sitting presidents shaping legacy in real time.
Then, a powerful story out of Atlanta—Tyler Perry finds a creative way to support TSA agents working without pay, proving impact doesn’t always follow the rules.
We also take a moment for a heartbreaking reality: a Black teen loses his life over something as small as a pair of jeans—and we unpack the deeper issues behind it.
Plus, we explore a growing trend: why more Black professionals are walking away from corporate America and choosing freedom, ownership, and peace over traditional success.
🔥 Dave’s Corner:You’re in a midlife reset and suddenly come into $100K… what’s your next move? Dave breaks it down—real strategy, real mindset, real talk.
Tap in for insight, perspective, and the conversations you won’t hear anywhere else.

Culture Clash Over a Burger Name: When a Restaurant Sparks Global Outrage

On this episode of Newz and Trendz with Dave and Len, joined by Tim "DJ TimDogg" Bayard, cover local community work and national headlines.
Topics include homelessness outreach in Wilmington, the viral controversy over an Argentine burger shop’s inflammatory name, Shea Taylor’s journey from hospital janitor to matched Yale anesthesiology resident, a major judgment against Bill Cosby, and a study revealing harmful chemicals in braiding hair and extensions.
The show closes with Dave’s Corner, a Chuck Norris tribute, event announcements, and reminders about upcoming community events and radio playbacks.

From Target Drama to Oscar Night Wins: Hot Takes on Boycotts, Clemency, and Culture

Join Dave and Len as they unpack the week’s biggest stories: the confusion and apology around Pastor Jamal Bryant and the Target boycott, Alabama’s controversial commutation of a death sentence, and highlights and reactions from the Oscars.
They also touch on local sports, surprising weather swings, Oprah’s Paris fashion moment, rising young athletes, and whether people still go to movie theaters — a brisk, opinionated round-up of news and trends.