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    Reaching America - ON DEMAND™ with Derrick Hollie

    Reaching America ON DEMAND™ is a grassroots podcast that deal with social issues affecting the African American community. Some of the issues are Criminal Justice Reform - Ideas and solutions to make a more fair and just criminal justice system. Energy - Addressing Energy Poverty Policies that harm minorities and drive income inequality. Occupational Licensing/Job Creation - Working to remove outdated and antiquated barriers to opportunities for those wanting to contribute to our economy. Free Speech - The First Amendment protects Freedom of speech, we should have the ability to express our views without fear of repercussion. Education - School choice allows for competition and therefore encourage schools to improve performance. Vouchers will give all parents the right to choose good schools for their children, not just those who can afford private schools.
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    Episodes (57)

    The People, The Guns and The Laws...

    The People, The Guns and The Laws...
     
    Derrick Hollie and White House Correspondent Melanie Arter are joined by Lamont King this week to discuss America's hottest topics.The gun debate will not go away this time! We discuss the Florida school shooting and its possible causes-the people, the guns and the laws, lets discuss! Visiting the White House can be dangerous to your employees health, whats really going on here. Who is Jerome Adams?  Plus-Immigration, Welfare Reform, Black Panther and more are discussed on this episode!

    Automotive Rhythms

    Automotive Rhythms
    S2 Ep5
     
    Meet Kimatni Rawlins owner/creator of Automotive Rhythms and Fit Fathers
     
    Derrick Hollie hangs out with Automotive Journalist Kimatni Rawlins while he prepares for the Washington DC Auto Show. Make sure you visit his interactive exhibit Art in Motion this week! From car buying advice to his Fit Fathers movement, we discuss how Kimatni is changing the game in the car and health/fitness industry's.

    S2, Ep 4 The Shutdown

    S2, Ep 4 The Shutdown
    S2, Ep 4
    The Shutdown 
     
    Derrick Hollie and White House Correspondent Melanie Arter sit down at Sobe Restaurant and Lounge in Lanham, MD to discuss the Government shutdown, Senators are speaking out on both sides about the Presidents controversial statements. Find out more about "Chain Migration" and just how did Reaching America get a "seat at the table". Plus Melanie breaks down all the latest news from CSN.com!

    A King Conversation

    A King Conversation
    A King Conversation 

    Derrick Hollie meets up with TV/Radio host EZ Street at The Carolina Kitchen Restaurant to discuss the evolution of Dr. Martin Luther King’s legacy and what it means in 2018. They discuss health, wealth, educational roadblocks and more facing the African American community, Derrick's visit to the White House last week and how we move forward together!

     

    Whats Up On The Hill....Derrick Hollie and Melanie Arter

    Whats Up On The Hill....Derrick Hollie and Melanie Arter

    Derrick is joined by Melanie Arter, Senior Editor & White House Correspondent for CNSnews.com this week to discuss all the hottest topics on Capitol Hill! From that little Fire and Fury book to major Corporations giving back to their employees, and are the Fake News Awards real? We cover it all this week! Plus-Its the most under reported story this week but we want you to know about it- #sayhername #kerricelewis..you need to know what happened to this young Washington, DC resident.

    The Mike Sweetney Story

    The Mike Sweetney Story

    He was a 1st round draft pick from Georgetown and had a promising career in the NBA. With all of the success, he was suffering in silence. Mike opens up about his battle with depression and how he is finding his passion off the court.  Dr April Martin joins us to break down the signs of depression and the proper way to seek help for you or a loved one.

    Politics vs Morality

    Politics vs Morality
     
    Whats up on the Hill with Derrick Hollie and Melanie Arter
    From the President to Russell Simmons, the sexual harassment allegations continue to be revealed, is this the new normal? Omarosa has left the building,we discuss how it all went down! Politics vs Morality...People are still talking about the Alabama race and why Roy Moore thought his actions were justified. How would you vote???

    Whats up on the Hill Derrick Hollie and Melanie Hunter from CNSNEWS.COM

    Whats up on the Hill Derrick Hollie and Melanie Hunter from CNSNEWS.COM

    What does it takes to really impeach a President, how is the Opioid crisis changing the American family and is the NAACP still relevant?  Derrick goes to a Supreme Court rally to find out more about the Jack Phillips cake baker case.  Plus, we discuss the Presidents most controversial moves this week and what really happened to Roland Martins" News One Now" show.

    Sexual Harassment "You vs. Me"

    Sexual Harassment "You vs. Me"
    Whats up on the Hill with Derrick Hollie and Melanie Arter 

     Sexual Harassment allegations continues to rock every sector in America, but why aren't the accused elected officials being held accountable? There is an elected female official that knew all about the "Harassment on the Hill" and you may have voted for her! The MS-13 street gang is still a threat in America, why isn't anyone talking about it? Criminal Justice Reform has brought two unlikely politicians together, we'll tell you how it all went down.

    Frederick Douglass - An Honorable man respected by all.

    Frederick Douglass - An Honorable man respected by all.

    Derrick Hollie sits down with Co-founder of the Frederick Douglass foundation and Chairman of the board for the Douglass Leadership Institute Rev. Dean Nelson.  President Trump passes a unanimous bill honoring  the 200th birthday of Frederick Douglass in 2018.  We also discuss the life of Frederick Douglass and how he was a pioneer for African Americans (slaves) and all.

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