Disclaimer:  All the information on this website is published in good faith and for general information purpose only.  The statements and opinions of The Thought Brothers are their personal opinions, and not the opinions of their employers, associates and affiliates.  Any action you take is strictly at your own risk.   On The Thought Brothers Podcast, Co-Hosts Bill Spivey, Carlos Prillman and Christopher “C.J.” Johnson reviewed some recent facts and data and discussed whether the “American Dream” is obtainable for all Americans.  Do young people have access to aff ..read more

Disclaimer:  All the information on this website is published in good faith and for general information purpose only.  The statements and opinions of The Thought Brothers are their personal opinions, and not the opinions of their employers, associates and affiliates.  Any action you take is strictly at your own risk.   Season 2 Episode 22: The Thought Brothers talk about “economic” privilege, Biden vs. Trump, and debate if Donald Trump will be convicted and if he will ever see jail time. C.J. comes strong with facts and figures on the current economy and the economy 40 ..read more

Plant-based eating has been one of the reasons that I have lost weight. Here’s a 4-minute picture slideshow that shows that you can eat healthy and not have to sacrifice taste (as long as you use the MasterChef Gary Premium Organic Seasoning and the All-In-One Master Tonic). To all my meat-eating friends and family.  By now, you know about my weight-loss journey.  Mixing in some plant-based meals have helped me lose weight.  This 4-minute video proves that plant-based meals can be filling and healthy and TASTY all at the same time.  I’m down 60 lbs. with 30 more to go.  ..read more

Angelo Ellerbee is an institution! Check out the conversation with the “Sultan of SWAG” and the Thought Brothers (Bill, Carlos, C.J. and Gary). Angelo discusses his new motivational book, “Before I Let You Go.” Angelo has worked with and guided the careers of icons and legends such as Dionne Warwick, Mary J. Blige, Melba Moore, James Mtume, Robert “Kool” Bell, DMX, Frankie Beverly (Maze) and leading actors. He has built a legacy that continues to flourish decades after he began. The Newark, NJ native, who began his stellar career working in the fashion industry–designing, styling and hosting s ..read more

“If we are not our brother’s keeper, at least let us not be his executioner.” –Marlon Brando I am befuddled and saddened by how cavalier we treat the news of hundreds/thousands of humans being killed by other humans. We’ve gone from making threats to physically harm one another to, what the hell, just kill the SOB. We humans have weaponized every part of our anatomy. For example, the gun is an extension of the fist; the deadly missiles and drones are extensions of our ability to throw rocks at each other; and our radar systems are extensions of our eyes ..read more

NEW BOOK FROM VETERAN MEDIA LEADER, ANGELO ELLERBEE, PRE-ORDER NOW! The fourth in a series of motivational books, containing a foreword from Grammy Legend/Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductee, Dionne Warwick. By Gary Johnson – (Publisher, Black Men In America.com) Where do I start?  How about with a definitive honest and empirical statement? Angelo Ellerbee is an institution! Period.  Paragraph.  End of Sentence.  Don’t believe me?  Check out my exclusive conversation with the “Sultan of SWAG” below. The public relations maverick has worked with and guided the ca ..read more

Many of you reading this post hold education and educating our young people a priority in your life.  The 2024 Spring Commencement Ceremonies at Clark Atlanta University did not disappoint.  African American Studies Professor Dr. Daniel Black delivered a very motivating and compelling commencement speech. It was part sermon, part challenge and part affirmation. Some say this speech encapsulated everything about the HBCU culture, wrapped into an electric delivery to the graduating class, their friends and family, and alums.  What say you?  ..read more

By Ron Harris Saudi Arabia – In one of the closest fights in heavy weight boxing championship history, Oleksandr Usyk beats Tyson Fury in a split decision to become the first undisputed heavy weight champion since 1999 when Lennox Lewis beat Evander Holyfield to capture, what was then, the 3 championship belts. Lewis never defended his undisputed title   The judges scored it, 115-112 for Usyk, 114-113 for Fury and 114-113 for Usyk.   A razor thin win for Usyk.    Usyk (22-0) has the World Boxing Association; the International Boxing Federation and the World Boxing ..read more

Dr. Carlotta A. Berry is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. She is the 2021-2024 Lawrence J. Giacoletto Endowed Chair of Electrical and Computer Engineering for 2021-2024 and the 2024 Visiting Scientist at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. Dr. Berry graced The Thought Brothers with an exclusive interview where she shared her passion for diversifying the engineering profession by recruiting more underrepresented populations and women to the field. Dr. Berry believes that the profession should reflect the world that w ..read more

  I’m back! In the late 1990’s the owners of two companies who were like-minded recognized the lack of cultural education in the school systems and decided to try to make a change. Gary Johnson Founder and CEO of Black Men in America.com and Chauncey Dunham CEO of A Dante Production, started a new company Broadway Theaters Educate. The intent was to restore the cultural aspects in the Washington, DC, and Maryland school systems. This started a frenzy of efforts from both Gary and Chauncey. Fast forward, both Gary and Chauncey moved to Florida and expanded the effort to restore ..read more