Ernestly Speaking! with Ernest Owens
Award-winning journalist Ernest Owens reviews the latest headlines, controversies, and all the other things you give a damn about.
Episodes
293 episodes
Ernestly Speaking! S10, Episode 2: Trump’s Unearned Nobel Prize, Philly’s Political ICE Divide, About That Influencer Divorce
In this “never lose infinite hope” episode, Ernest dives deep into Trump’s messy international affairs, how national Democrats are flip-flopping, how Philly political responses to ICE are exposing a deep divide, about that Kristy & Desmond ...
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Season 10
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Episode 2
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3:42:46
Ernestly Speaking! S10, Season Premiere: The 5th Anniversary Episode!
In this “you don’t want this smoke” season premiere, Ernest dives deep into the new year of Trumpian terror, how Democrats are bucking up against ICE raids, why a certain Pennsylvania gubernatorial campaign is off to a messy start, friction bet...
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Season 10
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Episode 1
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4:00:30
Ernestly Speaking! Special Edition: I'm Writing a Second Book!
In this "stand back and stand by" special edition episode, Ernest finally reveals on the 5th anniversary of January 6th -- his timely upcoming second book on political stan culture. For the first time, he's ready to share what "Divided We Stan"...
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Season 10
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44:34
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Season Finale: The 250th Episode!
In this “put your ones up” season finale, Ernest spills the tea on his unconventional holiday staycation, reviews all of 2025 (the good, the bad, and the ugly), and hints at how he’s planning to enter into 2026 with a bang!
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Season 9
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Episode 25
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3:02:39
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 24: Trump’s Admin Under Fire, Philly’s State of the City, the Avatar Fatigue is Here
In this “non-redacted” episode, Ernest shares the latest on Trump’s Epstein files nightmare, a horrible decision from the Democratic National Committee, iHeartMedia’s reckless multimillion investment in Charlamagne tha God, what wasn’t seen at ...
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Season 9
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Episode 24
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3:44:04
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 23: Jasmine Crockett for Senate, LL Cool J Returns to Philly, What’s Missing from Taylor Swift’s Docuseries
In this “things can happen” episode, Ernest shares the latest on Trump’s Epstein photo drama, a major Democratic Senate race shake-up in Texas, Erika Kirk’s messy media tour, lessons learned from Philly City Council’s H.O.M.E. initiative showdo...
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Season 9
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Episode 23
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5:01:04
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 22: Josh Shapiro vs. Kamala Harris, Philly Mayor vs. City Council, 50 Cent’s Diddy Documentary Mess
In this “small and local” episode, Ernest shares the latest on Trump’s growing attacks on the free press, Governor Josh Shapiro’s messy national media tour, the ongoing Philly City Council clash with Mayor Cherelle Parker’s H.O.M.E. initiative,...
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Season 9
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Episode 22
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4:17:06
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 21: Trump vs. Aging, An Interesting Philly Mayoral Appointment, Timeout for Ray J
In this “giving it the best that I got” episode, Ernest shares the latest on Trump’s aging lame duck era, about Cory Booker’s fast nuptials, OpenAI in legal trouble, a Philly ward leader gets hired in Mayor Parker’s administration, why cutting ...
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Season 9
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Episode 21
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3:17:47
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 20: Trump vs. MAGA, A Twist in Philly Mayor’s DEI Saga, Thanksgiving Stunt Queens
In this “watch what I do” episode, Ernest shares the latest on Trump’s losing grip on the GOP, about that Marjorie Taylor Greene resignation, Zohran Mamdani’s political 180, unpacking one of the Philly Mayor’s most chaotic weeks yet, the politi...
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Season 9
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Episode 20
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3:53:34
Ernestly Speaking! Special Edition: All About My Philly Press Access Controversy
In this "don’t tell a lie about me and I won’t tell the truth on you" special edition episode, Ernest tells the entire story on why it took 10 years for him to finally get a press badge in the City of Philadelphia -- and why he remains optimist...
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Season 9
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1:00:34
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 19: Epstein Files Hunt Trump, Philly Mayor Under Fire, “Friendship Tax” is B.S.
In this “FAFO” episode, Ernest shares the latest on Trump’s embarrassing Epstein saga, John Fetterman’s hot mess of a memoir, how Philly’s DEI efforts went amuck, the death of being “social” on social media, about this ridiculous “Friendship Ta...
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Season 9
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Episode 19
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3:08:52
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 18: Democrats Dominate Election 2025, a Philly Labor Leader Gets Super Frank, Grammy Nomination Shockers
In this “don’t get too comfortable” episode, Ernest shares the latest on Trump’s war on SNAP, promising vibes of the recent election, interviewing Philly powerbroker Ryan Boyer, the end of Teen Vogue, embarrassing straight boyfriends, about tha...
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Season 9
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Episode 18
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3:25:21
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 17: Trump Gets Blocked by Federal Courts & GOP, Philly’s Judicial Race Heats Up, Nicki Minaj Goes MAGA
In this “go vote on Tuesday, deadass” episode, Ernest shares the latest on Trump’s nuclear interests, the consequential upcoming election, City Council challenges Philly Mayor Cherelle Parker’s affordable Housing Plan, the racial nuances of SNA...
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Season 9
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Episode 17
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4:31:14
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 16: Trump Destroys White House, Kada Scott Case in Philly, Bad Bunny’s NFL Debacle
In this “you can have that” episode, Ernest shares the latest on Trump’s destruction of the White House’s East Wing, about Karine Jean-Pierre’s messy ass book, interviewing Pat Dugan for D.A., how A.I. will defeat its purpose, the nuance of pub...
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Season 9
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Episode 16
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4:44:32
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 15: No Kings in America, Interviewing Congressional Candidate Dr. Ala Stanford, Black Media Brain Rot
In this “equally yoked” episode, Ernest shares the latest on Trump’s renewed feud with John Bolton and a Columbian President, the white liberal obsession with protesting without demands, his newsworthy interview with Dr. Ala Stanford, what he t...
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Season 9
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Episode 15
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3:52:37
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 14: My 34th Birthday Bash, Peace in the Middle East, Cancel Culture in Philly
In this “Birthday Boss” episode, Ernest shares the latest on Trump’s renewed feud with Letitia James and Marjorie Taylor Greene, internal fights with the upcoming Democratic primaries, a major shift in the Philly Mayor’s staffing, what the rise...
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Season 9
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Episode 14
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3:26:47
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 13: Another Government Shutdown, An Unexpected Twist in Philly’s Messiest Congressional Race, About Taylor Swift’s “Showgirl” Era
In this “15th anniversary” episode, Ernest shares the latest on the second government shutdown under President Trump, how a mainstream progressive seeks to reclaim her lost seat, a shocking endorsement in a heated Philly Congressional race, why...
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Season 9
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Episode 13
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4:04:11
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 12: Trump vs. James Comey, Philly’s Thirstiest Candidates, Women Are Saving Music
In this “emerging” episode, Ernest shares the latest on the President’s war with Comey, the mixed reactions to Kamala Harris’s book tour, comparing the infighting within both the far-left and alt-right, why it's time to ban TikTok, about that n...
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Season 9
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Episode 12
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3:25:58
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 11: Trump vs. Jimmy Kimmel, Pennsylvania Democrats in Disarray, Cardi B is the Drama
In this “belt to ass” episode, Ernest shares the latest on the President’s beef with free speech, more shocking revelations from Kamala Harris’s upcoming book, a startling accusation involving the Philly Mayor’s office, addressing the cancel cu...
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Season 9
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Episode 11
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2:45:37
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 10: Kamala Harris Strikes Back, Philly City Council Returns, Emmy Awards Review
In this “stand on it” episode, Ernest shares the latest on the Charlie Kirk coverage, a preview into a former Vice President’s intriguing tell-all book, his exclusive interview with a Congressional candidate, debunking the virtue signaling of c...
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Season 9
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Episode 10
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4:40:19
Ernestly Speaking! Special Edition: The Untimely Death of Charlie Kirk
In this special edition episode, Ernest unpacks the complexity, division, capitulation, and political double standards that's already brewing up on one of the biggest news stories of the year.
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Season 9
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56:05
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 9: Trump Eyes Chicago, A Philly Congressional Sh*t Show Ahead, VMAs Hits & Misses
In this “you got the right one” episode, Ernest forecasts Trump’s latest major city takeovers, interrogating the latest engagement (stunt) from a Democratic Senator, why a Congressional race in Philly is going to be a hot mess, Vogue’s new "nep...
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Season 9
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Episode 9
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3:02:14
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 8: Trump vs. the Courts, A Philly Political Stunt Queen, About that Taylor Swift Engagement
In this “solutions, solutions, solutions” episode, Ernest interrogates the President’s latest administrative legal challenges, unpacking a liberal social media influencer dark money scandal, a Philly State Representative’s most recent thirst fo...
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Season 9
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Episode 8
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3:38:59
Ernestly Speaking! Special Edition: Executive Interview with State Sen. Sharif Street on his Congressional Run, Gov. Josh Shapiro, and PA Politics
In this politically-charged special edition episode, Ernest interviews Pennsylvania State Senator Sharif Street right after announcing his resignation as PA Dems Chair. The exclusive interview delves into the current state of his complex relati...
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Season 9
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27:51
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 7: Gavin Newsom Emerges, PA Democrats in Disarray, About that Jussie Smollett Documentary
In this “what the helly” episode, Ernest interrogates the President’s latest clash with his own supporters, embracing the Gavin Newsom troll era, a major shake-up in the Pennsylvania Democratic Party, why the Target CEO departure isn’t necessar...
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Season 9
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Episode 7
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3:53:00