Black murder is normal | Michael Smith | TEDxJacksonville

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  • Опубліковано 5 січ 2015
  • This talk was given at a local TEDx event, produced independently of the TED Conferences. In this Talk, Pastor Michael T. Smith argues that the “normalcy” of black murder is engrained in our American culture. Indeed, the idea that a black American would be involved in a homicide-either as perpetrator or victim-is so broadly accepted as to be largely unnoticed.
    Smith exposes the racism that underlies the appalling lack of outrage at high death rates in the black community, and highlights the hypocrisy of a society that glamorizes violence, but ignores its victims. “It doesn’t take action to keep racism going,” Smith observes, “it takes inaction.”
    About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)

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  • @normanfreeman6191
    @normanfreeman6191 2 роки тому +123

    This is one of the best TED TALKS I’ve ever heard. I can’t believe this was 6 years ago and it’s seems that the things have gotten worse instead of better.

    • @jwthompson84
      @jwthompson84 Рік тому +6

      Very good speaker... May God bless him.

    • @NorthumberlandEye
      @NorthumberlandEye 10 місяців тому +3

      Another year passed and guess what, yep it’s worse again

    • @bills1995vette
      @bills1995vette 2 місяці тому +1

      Its 2024 and, especially in big liberal cities, have gotten worse.

    • @markmorizio3525
      @markmorizio3525 2 місяці тому

      ​@@bills1995vette
      Democrat run.

  • @brpadington
    @brpadington 4 роки тому +4093

    When rap started it was about bettering yourself and fighting the corrupted power. Then all of a sudden it was all about being drug dealers and murderers.

    • @hermanhitt5055
      @hermanhitt5055 4 роки тому +337

      That Had To Change. A Positive Message Is Not Allowed,And The Powers Of This World Don't Profit From It. FACTS.

    • @naywills5345
      @naywills5345 4 роки тому +288

      Crimson Ghost they took rap from us and turned it on us

    • @tl6752
      @tl6752 4 роки тому +30

      Nay Wills exactly right!

    • @hwknswltr
      @hwknswltr 4 роки тому +116

      West coast "gangsta" rap changed the game... and we cheered

    • @MrColdwilliam
      @MrColdwilliam 4 роки тому +37

      And now we're at being drug addicts and victims.

  • @shabazz120
    @shabazz120 3 роки тому +221

    This should be viral NOW! regardless of how old it is. It's still relevant.

    • @newera5238
      @newera5238 Рік тому +4

      Real talk!

    • @derrickwilliaams6288
      @derrickwilliaams6288 Рік тому +9

      “THEY” won’t let it go VIRAL you heard him, this ain’t killing or harming so it don’t fit the agenda

    • @michelej9496
      @michelej9496 Рік тому

      @@newera5238their help isn't required, the thing is if it wasn't for the support of consumers they wouldn't have made a dime.

    • @debmac2790
      @debmac2790 Рік тому

      That's because nothing has changed in this worry. Such shame for those who fall into this category.

  • @tshehlapotjo3936
    @tshehlapotjo3936 Рік тому +248

    I am lost for words, 500yrs of struggle and he's the one brave enough from the other side to stand out and told the truth in just under 20 minutes, Michael Smith I can feel the shake of your voice as you speak from the heart...MICHAEL SMITH you are one in a million!!! speaking from South Africa.

    • @michaeljacocks9450
      @michaeljacocks9450 Рік тому +7

      I applaud your comments and am glad to be the 1st person to "like" it. "500" years vs. 400 years has global significance.

    • @sephiwejoycesithole6118
      @sephiwejoycesithole6118 Рік тому +3

      Indeed 🙌🇿🇦.

    • @rickardhelde5004
      @rickardhelde5004 Рік тому +3

      @@michaeljacocks9450 Please elaborate! Genuinely curious, not looking to argue.

    • @homodeus8713
      @homodeus8713 Рік тому +6

      Africans being murdered in South Africa because South Africans consider them African 💔

    • @darrickmalloy6909
      @darrickmalloy6909 Рік тому +7

      Brave indeed. But not the first.respect!

  • @atmafricantruemoorsmedia9939
    @atmafricantruemoorsmedia9939 4 роки тому +2232

    Whos seeing this for 2020?

  • @heartstrings110
    @heartstrings110 Рік тому +63

    It’s 2023. Why am I just now seeing this? Heart wrenching and convicting. Like and share this video in hopes that the algorithms can’t keep it from going viral. This is a message everyone needs to hear. Thank you, Minister Mike.

  • @MoLassessss
    @MoLassessss 2 роки тому +127

    This should have 100 million views.

    • @martymarl4602
      @martymarl4602 Рік тому +3

      7 Billion

    • @theonewhoknows9615
      @theonewhoknows9615 Рік тому +3

      Nope, 8 billion 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

    • @adrien1623
      @adrien1623 3 місяці тому +1

      Considering this form of music has reached every single culture today I’d say it needs to reach even more

  • @Holistretch
    @Holistretch Рік тому +296

    This is what anti-racism looks like. Well done. 👏🏼

    • @AmAfrican
      @AmAfrican Рік тому +6

      Say it louder for those hard of hearing.

  • @rolexshadow
    @rolexshadow 4 роки тому +516

    I’m seeing this for first time in 2019 and Mike if I could have met u in person I just would say thank you for showing some light on the sensitive issue.

    • @Manje11
      @Manje11 4 роки тому +1

      Maybe do better in your household, you wouldn't need White Mike to show you some light.

    • @justint4892
      @justint4892 4 роки тому +19

      @@Manje11 that has nothing to do with his interaction.

    • @lisamaples2
      @lisamaples2 4 роки тому +7

      Denver Downer I just seen it last week IG, on Tyrese page and it’s 2020. He spoke facts not fiction that’s for sure.

    • @zackturney3903
      @zackturney3903 4 роки тому +3

      I agree

    • @loveamerica3426
      @loveamerica3426 3 роки тому +11

      @@Manje11 we ALL need to do better. Why make assumptions about that man, he made a positive statement but you assume the worst of him. Why?

  • @joshuakurian4827
    @joshuakurian4827 4 роки тому +335

    This is one of the fastest, hardest hitting, accurate, convincing, and soul wrenching TED talks out there.

    • @IcemanJuice
      @IcemanJuice 2 роки тому +8

      Hands down It is.

    • @bigbangb3tty365
      @bigbangb3tty365 Рік тому +3

      No still blame game bs.

    • @NoMasterz518
      @NoMasterz518 Рік тому +1

      @@bigbangb3tty365 🤫

    • @bigbro8817
      @bigbro8817 Рік тому +2

      @@bigbangb3tty365 feel better about yourself yet??

    • @bigbangb3tty365
      @bigbangb3tty365 Рік тому

      @@bigbro8817 you feel like you said something? you didn't. Someone triggered

  • @briaunahinds6092
    @briaunahinds6092 Рік тому +104

    Mike said a mouthfull!!!! & I'm glad he did. May the Lord God continue to bless him and keep him safe ♥️✨

  • @kennethwilliams7697
    @kennethwilliams7697 3 роки тому +935

    I'm honored to call this man my personal friend and brother in ministry. This is a message that every person needs to hear.

    • @loveoutofraces
      @loveoutofraces 3 роки тому +14

      Really glad to hear that 🤗

    • @songbirdlallen
      @songbirdlallen 3 роки тому +38

      Grateful but our own people need to be putting this message out there and make it just as viral as the protests against police killing our people.

    • @babakzad
      @babakzad 3 роки тому +13

      "I shot a man in Reno, just to watch him die."
      "It's time to put something between me and the sun / When the talking is over it's time to get a gun,"
      "Mr. Saturday night special
      Got a barrel that's blue and cold
      Ain't good for nothin
      But put a man six feet in a hole"
      'Gunpowder and Lead'
      "I might have hung up my shotgun / But I didn't put it up so high / That I can't reach up and get it back down / If you give me a reason why,"
      "I'm gonna tell you once and listen, son / As long as I'm alive and breathing / You wont take my guns,"
      These are country music songs by white people....

    • @DarthVader1977
      @DarthVader1977 2 роки тому +2

      @@songbirdlallen How's the shooting spree in Chicago going this year?

    • @math4life95
      @math4life95 2 роки тому +10

      @@babakzad The exception doesn't make the rule.

  • @su-enaahleebeautifulcontra3617
    @su-enaahleebeautifulcontra3617 4 роки тому +2060

    Who else seen this in their recommendations in 2019?

    • @fantabidoze
      @fantabidoze 4 роки тому +6

      @Enaah the Great - me too 👍🏿

    • @gmixmag
      @gmixmag 4 роки тому +40

      I'm happy it did, this is deep.

    • @sojournerbliss7015
      @sojournerbliss7015 4 роки тому +13

      Yeah, it was a recommended video just now, that's how I came to it, but I'm sure it has to do with what other videos I tend to watch.

    • @jpull
      @jpull 4 роки тому +17

      This has been coming up for a week on my recommended videos. I’m glad I watched it.

    • @fantabidoze
      @fantabidoze 4 роки тому +27

      This guy is very intelligent and has courage to address such an emotive subject , He has made some very true points that need to be heard ...

  • @craftpaint1644
    @craftpaint1644 3 роки тому +414

    The whole "get rich or die trying," "any means necessary," determination mixed with a generous emphasis on fake manhood was so pervasive that movies capitalized on it.

    • @tnongaming7057
      @tnongaming7057 3 роки тому +16

      Yea...but it's like their using movies and music that certain percentage of race of people associate with to characterize the entire race....of people

    • @svaz2006
      @svaz2006 3 роки тому +7

      In a capitalist system companies make what ppl buy, ppl don't buy a thing just because companies make it.

    • @jimsteinway695
      @jimsteinway695 3 роки тому +10

      Yea real life is about raising family, and bringing up children with values. Today we put that on everyone else. But fathers and mothers need to be together when raising these children. The data is overwhelming in favor of two parents raising children successfully better than one. Those kids have a much better chance at EVERYTHING

    • @andrewdods2236
      @andrewdods2236 2 роки тому

      @@tnongaming7057 they’re

    • @andrewdods2236
      @andrewdods2236 2 роки тому +2

      @@svaz2006 Yes they do; it’s called marketing via advertising .. create the demand and the product will sell

  • @purpp-esque1711
    @purpp-esque1711 Рік тому +48

    "It doesn't take action to keep racism going, it takes inaction"

  • @wendycampbell1949
    @wendycampbell1949 Рік тому +129

    A real servant of the Creator. Keep up the good work Brother.

    • @luisvelez5695
      @luisvelez5695 Рік тому

      Only whites will go to the white haven

  • @Blackdove0421
    @Blackdove0421 4 роки тому +210

    I'm glad I listened past the first minute because I became pissed, then I said let me listen and I'm happy I did so!

    • @9x5nefarious
      @9x5nefarious 4 роки тому +2

      I tweaked on my buddy for sending it. Sent at least 8 defensive messages within the first 3 minutes 😥

    • @anelisajustanelisa236
      @anelisajustanelisa236 4 роки тому +10

      Same. I was almost tuned off after the first 30 seconds but I thought let me give this guy a chance and I'm glad I did

    • @memphistiger4647
      @memphistiger4647 4 роки тому +8

      @@anelisajustanelisa236 Glad I saw your comment. I was turned off by the title.

    • @ElixirEcho
      @ElixirEcho 4 роки тому

      I always skip the first 2 minutes

    • @terrywilliams7949
      @terrywilliams7949 4 роки тому

      Same

  • @eduardsragze2496
    @eduardsragze2496 3 роки тому +203

    The morale of the story: don’t consume products that makes people worse

    • @alexguerrier9363
      @alexguerrier9363 3 роки тому +5

      Bingo

    • @theonewhoknows62
      @theonewhoknows62 3 роки тому +4

      Well said!

    • @rrun2life
      @rrun2life 3 роки тому +6

      In small part yes. Also to take drastic action against it bc as he said racism is the quiet inaction. Its to simply do nothing and not help

    • @Tenchu_87
      @Tenchu_87 3 роки тому +1

      @@rrun2life how can anyone help a person who won't help themselves?

    • @TheMikalis1
      @TheMikalis1 3 роки тому +3

      @@Tenchu_87 easy to judge from a privileged standpoint.

  • @Findaway2day
    @Findaway2day Рік тому +50

    This is a message needed to be heard. He's not blaming the victim, but did an excellent job explaining why you're a victim.

    • @TreyFontenet
      @TreyFontenet 2 місяці тому

      Yeah but its as simple as dont shoot another person over scuffed jordans. That principle doesn't need a Ted Talk.

    • @Findaway2day
      @Findaway2day 2 місяці тому

      ​​@@TreyFontenet it does when the conditioning is in profits. Remember money talks and it talks to anyone listening. In other words, these kinds of deaths couldn't happen if no market was created to encourage the deaths. Pull back the money and watch the deaths decrease.

  • @justinmoore5096
    @justinmoore5096 Рік тому +17

    When you know something is wrong but can't put your finger on it, someone explains it so articulately, and it all makes sense.

    • @tomjackson1661
      @tomjackson1661 Рік тому +2

      Yes yes, it’s like blaming your mommy for your robbing a bank.

  • @chickenkurry6451
    @chickenkurry6451 4 роки тому +682

    Crazy how this is the most underrated video they put out...

  • @tmcdowell7977
    @tmcdowell7977 4 роки тому +445

    This needs more views. Kids are being brainwashed.

    • @someoneyoudontknow3140
      @someoneyoudontknow3140 4 роки тому +8

      While I really enjoyed the talk, and he makes a great case about advertising/brainwashing. I also do think it's just a small piece of the puzzle.

    • @tmcdowell7977
      @tmcdowell7977 4 роки тому +1

      @Gnixousk it does

    • @petec5935
      @petec5935 4 роки тому +5

      yes they are, by liberal democrats for profit

    • @kevinreilley9400
      @kevinreilley9400 4 роки тому +1

      Yes kids are being brainwashed by this video. What a ridiculous narrative - blaming the problems of one community on another. Shame.

    • @rudystraight1750
      @rudystraight1750 4 роки тому +4

      So are u by working for and paying taxes to a rigged system and voting for criminals who put a fake show for the masses

  • @bonnitaanderson470
    @bonnitaanderson470 Рік тому +30

    Wow, thank you Minister Michael Smith. This is sad but true. You presented it well and I wish you were given more time. This was the best Ted Talk that is still relevant even in the year 2022. Thank you for the love for all of Gods people. Jesus died on the cross for all people. All lives matter.

  • @opinionatorX
    @opinionatorX Рік тому +10

    This is too powerful. For everyone that sees this video and have been moved by it needs to link this on all of your social media platforms. Can't be afraid of what people may think. Change can never happen with fear.

  • @amessenger3208
    @amessenger3208 4 роки тому +419

    "My people perish for lack of knowledge." Hosea 4:6

    • @sharonrevelle1858
      @sharonrevelle1858 4 роки тому +3

      I agree 💯

    • @jdub7771
      @jdub7771 4 роки тому +5

      Kan!

    • @vilecrocodile9171
      @vilecrocodile9171 4 роки тому +5

      Curse of Cain

    • @artimussantiago4779
      @artimussantiago4779 4 роки тому +17

      @@dntansrqs1341 IQ s been debunked try something else Nneanderthal

    • @perrystuart8035
      @perrystuart8035 4 роки тому +7

      @@artimussantiago4779 Remember the nobel prize winner that lost his prize for saying there IS a difference in IQ in race? Now why would he say that just to say it?

  • @cristaltucker513
    @cristaltucker513 3 роки тому +169

    Damn. I don't know what I was expecting but it sure wasn't that. Everyone in America needs to hear this.

  • @pink-tulip317
    @pink-tulip317 Рік тому +40

    👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾This is probably the best, most important, anti-racism, Ted Talk that I've ever listened to. I wish that there were more people like "White Mike" to spread the message, and even more people, to take heed to it...Especially, being from Jacksonville myself. This not only needs to be known nationwide, but also worldwide.🙏🏾❤️

    • @SurfaceWarfare007
      @SurfaceWarfare007 Рік тому +1

      Nowadays they would consider this CRT teaching white kids to feel guilty about being white and to hate America........smh. I live in Jacksonville and since this Ted talk it has gotten worse.

    • @pink-tulip317
      @pink-tulip317 Рік тому +1

      @@SurfaceWarfare007 that's so true, and all it is is informative information, that everyone of all races need to hear. Unfortunately, Jacksonville has always been a place that has had a lot going on, and a Ted Talk or much of anything else will change that fact, or make it any better😔

  • @BJ-hm8xk
    @BJ-hm8xk 3 роки тому +21

    Reminds me of the boondocks episode Ngga Moments "this is a perfectly good opportunity to throw your life away!"

  • @TheMABExperience
    @TheMABExperience 4 роки тому +602

    I like that he holds everyone accountable for this. 👂🏾💯💪🏾

  • @jeremyhart557
    @jeremyhart557 4 роки тому +1553

    White Mike is a real dude we need more ppl like him

    • @NeverGoFullRetard415
      @NeverGoFullRetard415 4 роки тому +7

      Indeed he his... 💯

    • @voiceofwisdom3408
      @voiceofwisdom3408 4 роки тому +8

      But on an individual level, what can I do? On an individual level, the best I can do is get myself and my family out of the danger zone. Thus we have white flight.

    • @ucanthandledatruth01
      @ucanthandledatruth01 4 роки тому +5

      He's not a psychopath like the majority that look like him.

    • @jimmiranda7181
      @jimmiranda7181 4 роки тому +5

      He has wisdom.

    • @MrEmanwon
      @MrEmanwon 4 роки тому +6

      Sayit AsItIs Love has responsibility

  • @teresabarnett8138
    @teresabarnett8138 Рік тому +8

    Thank you Pastor Michael Smith! You never fail to speak the truth and draw us in when you do!!! God Bless you!!!

  • @scuderiazane4723
    @scuderiazane4723 7 місяців тому +10

    Interesting video!!! As blacks we have to take responsibility to NOT produce/consume art and music that degrades our communities.

  • @perseverance47
    @perseverance47 3 роки тому +93

    Bless you, my brother. Your authenticity, and honesty are extremely rare. Keep sharing.
    Fist bump!

    • @RaquelAlfacinha
      @RaquelAlfacinha 3 роки тому +2

      Because unfortunately people are afraid to tell truths these days.. 😕 And this is valid in everything..

  • @mrblackhearted1
    @mrblackhearted1 4 роки тому +462

    He unpacked a lot in under 20min.

    • @kkcamp02
      @kkcamp02 4 роки тому +5

      I know right.

    • @stealthycinderhella
      @stealthycinderhella 4 роки тому +7

      TommyGivens I was skeptical but damn it if he didn’t kill it and then some

    • @jaceh4942
      @jaceh4942 4 роки тому +2

      He's using that preacher-speak lol

    • @DancingStringsGuitar
      @DancingStringsGuitar 4 роки тому +5

      He had only 20 minutes and I'm sure he knew from experience how to choose the speed for all he needed to say. Excellent speech.

    • @EbonyAzoulay
      @EbonyAzoulay 4 роки тому +1

      Sure did and I agree with everything he said cause it's Truth.

  • @tedhbell
    @tedhbell Рік тому +51

    I heard this before, but it seems like it gets more relevant as time goes on, simply because the change has not come. This needs to be heard by everyone.

    • @26michaeluk
      @26michaeluk Рік тому +3

      Agreed. It's def more relevant now.

    • @TreyFontenet
      @TreyFontenet 2 місяці тому

      You know if the issue is causing this narrative to be more and more relevant then its safe to say that its increasingly irrelevant due to no call to action or curbing the status quo. Sometimes its better to just put the blame on who it all hangs on. And unfortunately, we live in a country where we beat around the bush and make a 1000 apologies feigning the implications of the teuth of the matter.

  • @markmonday1242
    @markmonday1242 3 роки тому +15

    This was incredible. Thank you Pastor Michael Smith for spitting fire & wisdom.

  • @adtxchannel5474
    @adtxchannel5474 4 роки тому +527

    Self hatred is taught.

    • @ERICA1288
      @ERICA1288 4 роки тому +14

      ADTX Channel “The only way to deal with an unfree world is to become so absolutely free that your very existence is an act of rebellion”. Albert Camus.
      This is built not on the sand of opinion but the bedrock of reality.
      Who developed the lesson plan? The “Projects” have that name as housing based on the study “project” of rats contained in confined quarters with limited resources. The results were so affective that they quickly built the housing system known as “Projects”. We have been studied for destruction and steered towards self-destruction the same way the illusion of wonder and greatness has been pulled over the eyes of white people.
      All waking up to the cost of buying into an illusion will be devastating.

    • @iceg6621
      @iceg6621 4 роки тому

      ADTX Channel
      I love who I am, that's my own choice, anyone can choose to hate themselves if they want and anyways most people reject what they're taught.

    • @wolverinelogan9430
      @wolverinelogan9430 4 роки тому +1

      The blood of the innocent will be answered.

    • @chinaexpat1827
      @chinaexpat1827 4 роки тому +10

      BY BLACKS THEMSELVES. I TAUGHT IN THE HOOD. KENYAN,/ NIGERIAN KIDS, NO PROBLEM.

    • @jcvr732
      @jcvr732 4 роки тому

      Taught by who

  • @NYs9thwonder
    @NYs9thwonder 3 роки тому +370

    This lecture is even more necessary now than ever. Scary how he could give this same exact speech today in 2020, and not miss a beat.

    • @JBra1382
      @JBra1382 3 роки тому +7

      Because protesters are protesting the wrong things.

    • @JBra1382
      @JBra1382 3 роки тому +9

      That’s why it is still revelant. Nothing has changed in Culture

    • @Tenchu_87
      @Tenchu_87 3 роки тому +2

      @Original Entity how is that wrong? Taking responsibility for your own actiins?

    • @lionheart4529
      @lionheart4529 3 роки тому +3

      @@JBra1382 you mean the paid agents, actors, and actresses?

    • @lionheart4529
      @lionheart4529 3 роки тому +1

      @SVS they need to start with you by getting you out the way first.

  • @TheLegenDacster
    @TheLegenDacster 3 роки тому +7

    WOW. That was an other worldly speech. Bravo Michael Smith and thanks TED for allowing him the opportunity. Listen to him America, whether you're religious or not!

  • @MagicalAngie
    @MagicalAngie Рік тому +3

    I wish we could sit down and have a conversation now, 7 years later. I'm about your age, I fully agree with you. What else can we do now in 2023?

  • @dexterjacobs4327
    @dexterjacobs4327 4 роки тому +178

    Imagine this was 5 years ago to date ..what a world we living in .

    • @Iamchiemeka
      @Iamchiemeka 3 роки тому +9

      Until we raise our voices and tell those rappers (and the companies behind) that we would not keep tolerate nor entertain their criminal and hyper sexualized lyrics anymore.

    • @chrisjames6018
      @chrisjames6018 3 роки тому +1

      This was posted 5 years ago .n

    • @randydiebold325
      @randydiebold325 3 роки тому +2

      Once we realized everyone is responsible and things can get better. Using scapegoats never solves the problem. This was a great talk except when he said "We" he and pointed at his skin. "We" should have included everyone. We all need to take responsibility and work together and stop devisiveness.

    • @DarthVader1977
      @DarthVader1977 3 роки тому

      we're* living in.

  • @ezcapeezmile3729
    @ezcapeezmile3729 3 роки тому +78

    I was skeptical when i saw the title. Out of anger i clicked on it. And out of appreciation and respect i teared after completing it.

    • @warpnin3
      @warpnin3 3 роки тому +19

      That kind of irritation makes us miss out on a lot of valuable things...

    • @TheeInjun
      @TheeInjun 3 роки тому +11

      @@warpnin3 You've got that right. We need a little more civility and open mindedness in these times. It's been way too polarizing, and another Ted talker said it well: 'when you're talking, you're not fighting.'

    • @theonewhoknows62
      @theonewhoknows62 3 роки тому +6

      Amen. And 5 yrs ago this was produced. So real today. It just showed in my recommendations. Uncanny.

    • @ShoaibKhan-bz5qm
      @ShoaibKhan-bz5qm 2 роки тому +2

      @@TheeInjun
      Daryl Davies

    • @tomjackson1661
      @tomjackson1661 Рік тому +1

      Ezcape Ezmile Well it does help if you can blame someone else.

  • @nathan4vice
    @nathan4vice 3 роки тому +14

    Commenting for the algorithm. More people need to see this.

  • @DonaldMorton-ReManned
    @DonaldMorton-ReManned 2 роки тому +5

    Mike Smith is the absolute truth!!! Thank you for using your voice and your privilege to assist us in fighting this disease

  • @shawncordell2767
    @shawncordell2767 4 роки тому +1943

    Did anyone else notice how this Ted talk is less popular than others? 🤔

    • @TheRoQ7
      @TheRoQ7 4 роки тому +161

      of course it is. no one wants to change this situation. meanwhile the song he referenced has 23,255,389 views

    • @quickdepositz4809
      @quickdepositz4809 4 роки тому +4

      TheRoQ7 what song

    • @stephonthomas9742
      @stephonthomas9742 4 роки тому +4

      Yo bro read my comment at the top

    • @Carameldamour
      @Carameldamour 4 роки тому +7

      Then share it

    • @MultiBillionHeir
      @MultiBillionHeir 4 роки тому +50

      Bright Garinson how about this planet Is full of violent ppl. people of all nations kill.

  • @piolin23iq
    @piolin23iq 4 роки тому +728

    “Who ever controls the media controls the mind” -Jim Morrison

    • @piolin23iq
      @piolin23iq 4 роки тому +3

      mark white and those who don’t wanna recognize. Too.

    • @huthckr
      @huthckr 4 роки тому +14

      mark white Do you feel that thought is original Mark? Lol Your mind is not free from influence.

    • @aaronrechtenbach4736
      @aaronrechtenbach4736 3 роки тому +5

      The left does.

    • @curtr.5792
      @curtr.5792 3 роки тому +4

      @mark white Jim Morrison was far from weak. He woke people up.

    • @greenshield1
      @greenshield1 3 роки тому +5

      I see Che as your icon, do you admire him?

  • @MamaTreNiner
    @MamaTreNiner Рік тому +1

    All true allies are Greatly Appreciated... RESPECT!!!✊🏿✊🏽✊️✊🏻💯🎯

  • @Kween-xj3hn
    @Kween-xj3hn Рік тому +5

    Brought tears to my eyes.....This was EVERYTHING!

  • @gonzalez6073
    @gonzalez6073 4 роки тому +199

    This needs more attention.

    • @Rowarst
      @Rowarst 4 роки тому +2

      Indeed. This should be thoughtfully and candidly studied and discussed. But in the current climate of reverse racism, just as in the preceding climate of direct racism, such study and discussion won't be allowed.

    • @hermanhitt5055
      @hermanhitt5055 4 роки тому +1

      Exactly. No other Words need to be Spoken.

    • @YariSoul3604
      @YariSoul3604 3 роки тому

      flaco gordo Yes and we definitely know why Fox won’t show this. Probably because it’s too real for them and the truth hurts

  • @kyleslades3067
    @kyleslades3067 3 роки тому +51

    And here 5 years after this video, tensions worsen and truth is finally surfacing. This man is too far ahead for his time, and maybe many years to come, because we’ve still got a long way to go

    • @TreyFontenet
      @TreyFontenet 2 місяці тому

      It's just a new way of shifting the blame from the criminals to their victims. Unfortunately, when this dilemma reaches critical mass the judgment often times can be blinding and void of humanity. Wearing down the compassionate leads to hopelessness and apathy. We are reaching that point. All these talks just sound like noise now. We just want it to stop.

  • @mrsmm1483
    @mrsmm1483 Рік тому +10

    I'm very very late but all I heard is 100% accurate.

  • @Jellisist
    @Jellisist 3 роки тому +20

    How could this be slept on so hard this is malcolm x type potency damn

  • @chrisalan6476
    @chrisalan6476 4 роки тому +29

    Wow, just wow. Every Trap & Rap artist, record label, and radio station perpetuating the narrative should take heed to this.

    • @bobbypenz
      @bobbypenz 4 роки тому

      but there not because it's an agenda..

    • @robertunderwood1011
      @robertunderwood1011 4 роки тому

      The media companies have heard this for years. Doesnt stop the target audience from buying so media knows its market and they are not gonna change.

  • @jojodancer1743
    @jojodancer1743 4 роки тому +250

    My man called Rick Ross a modern day Mammy Two Shoes. I may be laughing for weeks because of this.

    • @supremeelbey105
      @supremeelbey105 4 роки тому +3

      🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @chatty2164
      @chatty2164 4 роки тому +2

      Hilarious haha

    • @jonesfredrick94
      @jonesfredrick94 4 роки тому +13

      Screw laughter we need to help our people

    • @jojodancer1743
      @jojodancer1743 4 роки тому +10

      @@jonesfredrick94 Yo no disrespect son but is that you in that music video on your channel? Because if you have a problem with people laughing then you shouldn't be dropping joints like that.

    • @supremeelbey105
      @supremeelbey105 4 роки тому +9

      @@jonesfredrick94 Some of them don't want to be helped and thats just the factz. Help those who help themselves.

  • @michaeljacocks9450
    @michaeljacocks9450 Рік тому +11

    👏🏽
    If I could rate this talk by applause, I would give it a standing ovation!
    People of faith speak truth to power.

  • @latonyamsummers1
    @latonyamsummers1 2 роки тому +6

    This message is incredible. I'm blown away. Was not expecting to hang on his every word.

  • @T8lor
    @T8lor 3 роки тому +27

    Watching this from the UK and I appreciate this man telling it how it is. Facing the truth is one of the hardest things you can do.Rather than being offended and getting defensive, open your ears and listen . This treatment of ethnic minorities goes beyond police brutality. Its bigger than we realise and I fully agree that inaction will allow this cancer called Racism to spread.

  • @chocolatedaisyunsilenced8317
    @chocolatedaisyunsilenced8317 4 роки тому +151

    This is a harsh reality and many people in our nation are in denial. We need to build better relationships and have some tough conversations. Thank you fo sharing this.

  • @justinmccleary423
    @justinmccleary423 3 роки тому +8

    This man is spreading a very important word around and it really touches my heart to see someone fight so hard for another race

    • @pcmicro1815
      @pcmicro1815 Рік тому

      Yeah they really need a white guy to fix them. It’s the only way!

  • @derekjones8944
    @derekjones8944 Рік тому +1

    Mr. Smith has addressed things that have needed to be addressed publicly for a long time. One of the nation's - if not the world's unsung heroes!

  • @sprinvntrdd
    @sprinvntrdd 4 роки тому +61

    What a wonderful soul. Good man of God. Walks the walk, talks the truth, makes no apology. Is not looking to be politically correct. God bless him, and keep him and his loved ones safe.

    • @kzmla
      @kzmla 4 роки тому +1

      Your description reminds me of minister Louis Farrakhan.

  • @dollface3005
    @dollface3005 4 роки тому +798

    How come I'm only seeing this now? It's been 5 years since it was uploaded. This is powerful.

    • @dmcl7717
      @dmcl7717 4 роки тому +17

      @Dr Deuteron no it's cause it's getting watched more cause of recent events, not everything is a conspiracy theory

    • @beastmerc84
      @beastmerc84 4 роки тому +10

      They shadow ban things like this. It's rarely recommended.

    • @rogerhill3984
      @rogerhill3984 4 роки тому +7

      It’s an uncomfortable truth.

    • @therapist_with_the_glasses4649
      @therapist_with_the_glasses4649 4 роки тому +7

      This was my pastor. We did a silence protest during this time against clear channel. He did a research project called "Air Quality"

    • @LeLu-555
      @LeLu-555 3 роки тому +1

      @@therapist_with_the_glasses4649 is there a link or something?

  • @dawalah
    @dawalah Рік тому +14

    I’m grateful to have had this experience…we don’t have to leave this world without making changes

  • @ishmaelbutler9618
    @ishmaelbutler9618 Рік тому +7

    I really enjoyed this message! Amen!💯🔥‼️

  • @andream385
    @andream385 4 роки тому +56

    Wow this is so underrated.

    • @TreyFontenet
      @TreyFontenet 2 місяці тому

      Its overrated. Its just a new way to shift the blame from blacks to whites. Its all so tiresome

  • @shamgar5573
    @shamgar5573 4 роки тому +83

    this was SO REAL! Really applaud the minister

  • @jahmahni8259
    @jahmahni8259 Рік тому +6

    Michael Smith you've earned my respect

  • @patrickpearson1665
    @patrickpearson1665 3 роки тому +3

    I've seen this numerous times on Facebook. I'm glad to see someone else that understands that our portrayal is not our faults.

  • @adamvybes
    @adamvybes 4 роки тому +536

    The algorithm doesnt seem to push this. Thats worrying. I urge ypu to share this talk if you read this comment. People need to hear this!!!

    • @gwedielwch
      @gwedielwch 4 роки тому +10

      The algorithms seem to push sensationalism. And confrontation. You are right that this is very worrying.

    • @rose.stewart5478
      @rose.stewart5478 3 роки тому +1

      j

    • @rose.stewart5478
      @rose.stewart5478 3 роки тому

      AMTRACK. GREY HOUND. HAD TO. GIVE. SEAT TO A WHITE. PERSON. ON AMTRACK. MADE TO TAKE SEAT IN. SOME I'M. 11 YR OLD. I'M. ON WAY. TO. SEATTLE. FROM. WICHITA KA.NS. I'M. QUIET. PROMISED. MY STEP DAD NOT TO. TALK

    • @viquigayar9062
      @viquigayar9062 3 роки тому

      Just boycott it. End of discussion.

    • @jeanniejones8777
      @jeanniejones8777 3 роки тому

      We should make this video viral. If we all send this video to our contact list and they do the same we can do this.This is a way that we can make a difference. How many of you who are really tired of this narrative, will be willing to make this go viral? It isn't enough to have this info for yourself. I will check back to see if in fact I live in a country where the people are willing to stand up for change. Please add this video to your social media too.

  • @pen_pusha
    @pen_pusha 4 роки тому +130

    Ouch
    Hit some heart strings with that one.
    The title threw me off, and I did not want to watch it, but I am glad I did.

  • @ceepeat4732
    @ceepeat4732 Рік тому +3

    I come back to this video often. This is what needs to be shared

  • @jacquelinesingh2295
    @jacquelinesingh2295 Рік тому +1

    ✊🏿✊🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿❤️❤️
    I am fearfully and wonderfully made, and my children are/we all are!

  • @gergolanyi1470
    @gergolanyi1470 3 роки тому +136

    This guy hit the nail on the head, I've always been talking about the acceptance of these lyrics in mainstream music while other controversial topics were frowned upon.

    • @jmmartin7598
      @jmmartin7598 2 роки тому

      White people are told to mind their own damn business

    • @isaacscott1063
      @isaacscott1063 Рік тому

      Did you watch the entire video

    • @BigTrees4ever
      @BigTrees4ever Рік тому

      @@isaacscott1063 you know you can comment before the videos over, right?

  • @alyssajaliyah
    @alyssajaliyah 4 роки тому +268

    I love this man! He sees America how it really is and it is shown in his speech

  • @arielringo2141
    @arielringo2141 3 роки тому +17

    I was not expecting this message, I honestly have no words to express how shook to the core I was by it!

  • @JakeHeguy
    @JakeHeguy 11 місяців тому +1

    Incredible speaker, just great at speaking very very clearly and getting his point across. Love seeing/hearing that

  • @TheCensere
    @TheCensere 4 роки тому +391

    The best TED talks to me are the uncomfortable ones to listen to.

    • @andyramirez5367
      @andyramirez5367 4 роки тому +5

      So true!

    • @deejaye2647
      @deejaye2647 4 роки тому +10

      That's when one learns.

    • @MiguelOnHellMusic
      @MiguelOnHellMusic 4 роки тому

      🗣💯💯💯 Fr fr

    • @fattyarbuckle5001
      @fattyarbuckle5001 4 роки тому +12

      If it makes you uncomfortable, it's valuable. This world won't be a better place via complacency.

    • @daleearnhardt817
      @daleearnhardt817 4 роки тому +5

      That dead baby mama really asked a deep and disturbing question that I am still exploring ???????🤯

  • @davidlangley09
    @davidlangley09 9 років тому +175

    that was an awesome eye-opener. sad but all true.

    • @cristyluv1205
      @cristyluv1205 4 роки тому +2

      I think you're the only person who saw this when it actually came out

  • @chicagorillaz1741
    @chicagorillaz1741 Рік тому +21

    Thank you Michael Smith.

  • @melissawellington8262
    @melissawellington8262 Рік тому +1

    @MICHAEL YOU ARE ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT SCREAMING THE TRUTH IS WHAT SHOULD BE PLAYED ON LOOP

  • @sosophrank
    @sosophrank 3 роки тому +139

    This guy just made me watch a video I had no intention of watching twice.

  • @THEBLUMANTIC
    @THEBLUMANTIC 4 роки тому +78

    We have been waiting for someone to speak on this. Thank you

    • @4knewt505
      @4knewt505 4 роки тому +5

      Pastor G Craig Lewis taught in it for 15 years. He was very unpopular but it really shaped my son's understanding

  • @rolandgonzales3343
    @rolandgonzales3343 2 роки тому +5

    This dude was way ahead on communication on this point. 2021

  • @speedpros
    @speedpros Рік тому +2

    Great speech and he is absolutely 💯% on point

  • @BigBodyBiggolo
    @BigBodyBiggolo 4 роки тому +233

    He called Rick Ross a modern day mammi two shoes 😂😂

    • @TeKeyaKrystal
      @TeKeyaKrystal 4 роки тому +14

      points were made

    • @MrSwaggonten
      @MrSwaggonten 4 роки тому +21

      One of the realist comments he made, sent chills through me.

    • @timmikaatel8363
      @timmikaatel8363 4 роки тому +17

      @DYING# PATRIOT Bro, I like Ross, but it was easy to see that rick ross was and is a minstrel act.

    • @timmikaatel8363
      @timmikaatel8363 4 роки тому +20

      @DYING# PATRIOT Minstrel refers to the portrayal of negative stereotypes of blacks. Most rappers embody just that... All the negative stereotypes. Makes us look like murderers, drug dealers, pimps n hoes... And they get paid to portray us badly. Ross doesn't even see how he reaffirms the negative, it at least I hope he doesn't see. It would be sad to know that he is doing it on purpose, which some rappers do. Anyway... Not Gon bash Rick Ross too much. Just saying that active negative portrayal equals Minstrel. Hopefully have no errors in the text... But if I do, chalk it up to the tiny bit of Minstrel in me. Lol

    • @abuismaeal3311
      @abuismaeal3311 4 роки тому +6

      @@timmikaatel8363 thank you for the truth because it is true....and the sad part is most of them know very well what they are doing.

  • @miriamjesse1628
    @miriamjesse1628 4 роки тому +234

    Wow, he's like a machine...talks so fast, spitting out idea after idea.

    • @thirdeyebabe5272
      @thirdeyebabe5272 4 роки тому +20

      Jesse Family 1 he’s a southern preacher used to talking that way I guess . Or maybe he works at auctions on the side lol. He’s got fantastic points to make, perhaps there’s a way to slow down the video a bit?

    • @marceltech
      @marceltech 4 роки тому +11

      He can be a rapper hahaha

    • @donmiller2908
      @donmiller2908 3 роки тому +24

      He talks quickly because he has many points to make and a limited amount of time for his presentation.

    • @syneathiabell1350
      @syneathiabell1350 3 роки тому +3

      He know he only have so much time with so information to give.

    • @maryjoedwards488
      @maryjoedwards488 3 роки тому +2

      I had to slow it down!

  • @keehn20
    @keehn20 3 роки тому +7

    This was wonderful. I’m so thankful I got to see this.

  • @terwillagermcghee4148
    @terwillagermcghee4148 Рік тому

    Always been allies. Always, since before America.
    ✊🏻✊🏼✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿✊🏾✊🏽✊🏼✊🏻
    Muchluv brother Mike

  • @RobertHDaGod
    @RobertHDaGod 4 роки тому +33

    Ahahahaha. That Rick Ross issue was so spot on. Lol. I never thought about it like that.

  • @williamhanlon8159
    @williamhanlon8159 4 роки тому +50

    I'm not religious,but this preacher is a good humane and he nailed it.

    • @redwingsfan3621
      @redwingsfan3621 4 роки тому

      William Hanlon What’s religion have to do with decency or belief in God?

    • @krisoluich9119
      @krisoluich9119 4 роки тому +4

      I think he’s a good human too, but tacitly he’s still engaging in transference and White Shaming.
      The “blame” lies with those who pull the triggers, not they who supposedly create the environment that according to the narrative induces killers to murder.
      That’s pure Leftist BS.

    • @redwingsfan3621
      @redwingsfan3621 4 роки тому +1

      Kris Oluich Exactly! He’s definitely white shaming.

    • @olaolga
      @olaolga 4 роки тому

      @@krisoluich9119 probably a j-thing himself!

    • @bigiron7547
      @bigiron7547 4 роки тому

      Andre Paul lol and you are why there is racism

  • @worlddutchie
    @worlddutchie 3 роки тому +2

    I just watched this. And didn't realize I was from 5 years ago. This man is a visionary. Thanks for bringing this to the attention

  • @brianteague44
    @brianteague44 Рік тому +3

    I love this brother! God bless him and his family

  • @nahidsyyed906
    @nahidsyyed906 4 роки тому +61

    Watching this in May -June 2020!

  • @muvs32pap
    @muvs32pap 4 роки тому +59

    Manufacturing Consent is more than just big business /big money, it is lethal and sickens the society in whole.

  • @thegospelofthegraceofchris7005
    @thegospelofthegraceofchris7005 3 роки тому +6

    Woow. This guy speaks point after point. I feel like becoming a speaker. I feel it's my calling. This guy is bringing out my calling. I need to go back to reading and studying. I need to go back to the university. This guy is from heaven.

  • @New_Beginnings-zu2ns
    @New_Beginnings-zu2ns Рік тому +2

    Watch this a few years back, now I'm here again in 2023 ❤

  • @Natalia-hf3et
    @Natalia-hf3et 4 роки тому +49

    I loved this TED talk. He sums it up in less than 20 minutes. Speaking about the woman asking 'how did you handle my daughters body?', brought me to tears. It is a shame that this video hasn't been viewed over 2B times since 2015.

    • @ruserious7319
      @ruserious7319 4 роки тому +6

      it was meant to tug on your heart strings. beware those who sell victimhood.

    • @Natalia-hf3et
      @Natalia-hf3et 4 роки тому

      @Uden One-Eye I will.

    • @Natalia-hf3et
      @Natalia-hf3et 4 роки тому

      @@ruserious7319 you make a GREAT point, but we cannot deny what is being said. I've learned over the years that there may be times when I won't like the package but the message is still valuable. This isn't one of those times, but you can understand my point. 😁

    • @ruserious7319
      @ruserious7319 4 роки тому +6

      Natalia Ayasha Ciccone F i definately agree🖒. we must be careful not to fall into the racism trap. if we can use racism as a end of discussion excuse, most of us will use it and ignore our own personal responsibilities in constructing our environment and culture. saying racism is whats sabotaging me leaves me with the hopless option of solving racism (that will exist forever) to ever succeed. it's like letting me see the jailor and the cell door but not acknowledging what got me there and how ill get out. you can look at countries and cities where blacks control the govt and they are just as drug riddled and morally empty as the others. at the end of the day we must pray for love and teach our children another way

    • @Natalia-hf3et
      @Natalia-hf3et 4 роки тому

      @@ruserious7319 I completely agree with you, and I LOVE your comment. Wish I could 'like' it more than once. 💜💜💜💜💜

  • @jaynerulo6785
    @jaynerulo6785 3 роки тому +14

    That was one of the most incredible TED talks I've ever heard. Thank you, White Mike.

  • @BravoFourTactical
    @BravoFourTactical 3 роки тому +26

    Always someone else’s fault. Until the actual problem is addressed change will never take place.

    • @ProfUPS
      @ProfUPS 3 роки тому +2

      yep...

    • @jemmyneutron7934
      @jemmyneutron7934 2 роки тому

      It is though spiritual mental and visual warfare are real.

  • @bentback1
    @bentback1 3 роки тому +4

    I have to say that was one of the best Ted sessions I have ever seen and heard. Thank You