• Strategic Moves with Kenn Dowell Podcast

Black Media Under Attack? Censorship, Algorithms & the Fight for Black Political Power

Black media is facing growing pressure from censorship, corporate control, and algorithm-driven visibility. In this episode of Strategic Moves, Kenn Dowell sits down with Rhonda Crowder to examine the challenges facing Black journalism and why media ownership is critical for building Black political power. From the legacy of Black newspapers to today’s digital platforms, this conversation explores how narratives are shaped—and who controls them. In this episode: Corporate censorship and media control The decline of Black newspapers and independent journalism Social media algorithms vs. truth Media literacy in the Black community Why Black journalists must own media platforms Disinformation and political influence 👉 Do you think social media algorithms are limiting independent voices today? Share your thoughts in the comments. Chapters 00:00 – The Price of Speaking Truth in Black Media 01:45 – What “Unmuted” Really Means for Black Journalism 04:10 – The Legacy of Black Newspapers & Cleveland’s Call & Post 09:30 – Corporate Advertising & Who Controls Black Media 14:50 – Media Literacy in the Black Community 20:15 – Social Media Algorithms vs. Black Journalism 26:40 – Weaponizing News & Political Narrative Control 33:10 – Why Black Journalists Are Being Pushed Out 39:25 – Why Black Journalists Must Own Media Platforms 45:50 – Media Literacy as a Survival Skill 52:30 – Turning Pain into Power Through Storytelling 58:10 – The Future of Black-Owned Media 01:03:30 – Protecting Truth in the Digital Age ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ( / join ) 📌 Strategic Moves Media Network is Black-led media based in Cleveland, focused on politics, culture, faith, and community empowerment. Read More

• May 2026
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