WHY Y'ALL MAD - Asian Business Owners Are Upset Over Black People Boycotting Their Business

In this episode of the podcast, I dive into the recent verdict in the Cyrus Cormac Belton case and the subsequent decision by many in the Black community to boycott certain Asian businesses. I discuss the historical context of predatory businesses in Black neighborhoods, particularly focusing on beauty supply shops, nail salons, and restaurants owned by Asian individuals.

I share my personal experiences growing up in New York City, where I witnessed a strong cultural connection between Black and Puerto Rican communities, contrasting that with the growing anti-Black sentiment I've observed in some Asian communities. I recount a specific incident at a Chinese restaurant in which I stood up for a worker who was being disrespected, highlighting the importance of mutual respect and understanding.

As I explore the implications of the Belton case, I emphasize the need for Black people to support Black-owned businesses and to reclaim our economic power. I also address the troubling rise of anti-Blackness in various communities and the need for solidarity among marginalized groups.

Throughout the episode, I encourage listeners to be mindful of where they spend their money and to demand respect in their interactions with neighborhood businesses. I stress the importance of building our own economic foundations and supporting one another, rather than allowing ourselves to be exploited.

Join me as I unpack these complex issues and advocate for a more united and self-sufficient Black community.

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The Deron Harris Podcast is where raw honesty, sharp humor, and creative hustle meet. Hosted by Deron Harris, stand-up comic, music producer, and relentless content creator. Broadcasting from his RV, Deron's goes far beyond punchlines, delivers unfiltered takes on race, politics, pop culture, and the realities of being Black in America, with real laughs, and unfiltered moments.

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