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
279 episodes
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
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 6: Trump’s Major City Takeover, A Tale of Two Philly Union Contracts, the Return of Taylor Swift
In this “fiscally responsible” episode, Ernest interrogates the President’s latest deflection that now adversely impacts blue cities, the trolling from Gavin Newsom, revisiting that plot twist in the Philly D.A.’s race, predicting all the moves...
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Season 9
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Episode 6
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4:18:13
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 5: Texas Democrats Hold ‘Em, An Interesting Philly D.A.’s Race, the Decline of Major Award Shows
In this “down in the Vineyard” episode, Ernest details his vacation in Oak Bluffs, Democrats fighting back, a Philly D.A. candidate switches parties, about that NABJ convention, new lessons that progressives should learn, and much more.
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Season 9
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Episode 5
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2:48:42
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 4: Kamala Harris Returns, Philly Politicians Addicted to Social Media, The “Good Jeans” of Sydney Sweeney
In this “don’t deny it, disrupt it” episode, Ernest explores the GOP switch on Gaza, the great Democratic fall book tour, why Love Island shouldn’t come to Philly, about that American Eagle jeans/genes ad, new lessons that progressives should l...
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Season 9
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Episode 4
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2:55:44
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 3: Trump’s Epstein Problem, Philly Mayor Hires & Fires, Celebrity Deaths Become Us
In this “uncomfortable opinion” episode, Ernest unpacks the new never-ending Trump controversy, Hunter Biden goes off, a global media awakening in Gaza, Philly Mayor Cherelle Parker’s administrative chaos, missing Malcolm Jamal Warner (and not ...
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Season 9
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Episode 3
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5:08:04
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 2: A Divided MAGA House, Alphas Take Over Philly, Emmy Nomination Shockers
In this “do not bow” episode, Ernest dives into the Epstein files controversy that Trump can’t shake off, Democrats reckon with their own identity crisis, a contentious Congressional race in Philly is underway, mainstream media takes more hits,...
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Season 9
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Episode 2
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2:34:00
Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 1: The Inexplicable Season 9 Premiere!
In this “such good English” season premiere, Ernest returns with thoughts on the latest divides within the Trump administration, the Democratic establishment’s infighting over Mamdani, lessons learned from Philly’s District Council 33 strike, t...
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Season 9
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Episode 1
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4:06:18
Ernestly Speaking! S8, Episode 25: The Unstoppable Season 8 Finale!
In this “Daddy’s Home” season finale, Ernest evaluates the socialized chaos of Trump’s White House, updates on the aftermath of that historic NYC Mayoral primary, the compromise of SCOTUS, the triumphant return of Sarah McLachlan, why Love Isla...
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Season 8
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Episode 25
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4:14:36
Ernestly Speaking! Special Edition: What Philly Can Learn from Zohran Mamdani's NYC Democratic Victory
In this special edition episode, Ernest gives a very straight-forward analysis of how New York City Democrats made a very bold and historic move in electing Zohran Mamdani during their mayoral primary -- and how Philly can catch the momentum.
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Season 8
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2:04:59
Ernestly Speaking! S8, Episode 24: Trump vs. Iran, Philly’s $1.3 Million Cop Uniforms, That Tyler Perry Lawsuit
In this “please ask, I will tell” episode, Ernest explores the war Trump has started in the Middle East, about that bombshell Tucker Carlson interview with Ted Cruz, SCOTUS goes full anti-LGBTQ, Philly's potential Congressional battle race, the...
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Season 8
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Episode 24
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4:40:17
Ernestly Speaking! S8, Episode 23: Trump vs. Gavin Newsom, Philly’s “No Kings” Protest, The Boring Return of Nelly & Ashanti
In this “let’s take it there” episode, Ernest explores a refreshing political beef Trump wasn’t prepared for, NYC mayoral race heats up, a new Philly budget gets passed, an important reminder for white liberals, Sabrina Carpenter's interesting ...
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Season 8
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Episode 23
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3:36:53
Ernestly Speaking! S8, Episode 22: Trump vs. Elon Musk, Philly’s Center City Dranks, Tony Awards Shockers
In this “on and popping” episode, Ernest explores the end of Trump’s toxic bromance, why all politicians must name the bills they legislate, chaos at Philadelphia City Council, an early Oscars category prediction, Tyler Perry strikes again, and...
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Season 8
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Episode 22
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4:23:35
Ernestly Speaking! S8, Episode 21: Elon Musk (Finally) Exits DOGE, Philly’s Political Identity Crisis, An Honest Pride Month Conversation
In this “VIP Gold pass” (lol) episode, Ernest analyzes Trump’s high-profile Black pardons, why it’s time to move on from Biden, the policy clusterfuck of Philly Democrats, putting respect on Audra McDonald’s name, Miley Cyrus’ fabulous new albu...
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Season 8
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Episode 21
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2:31:34
Ernestly Speaking! Special Edition: The Roots Picnic is Officially the Philadelphia Fyre Festival
In this special edition episode, Ernest gives a very sobering (read: brutally honest) telling of the first day of Roots Picnic 2025. Listener discretion is advised.
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Season 8
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1:06:30
Ernestly Speaking! S8, Episode 20: Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” Passes, Lessons from Philly’s Lackluster Primary, Lilo & Stitch is Disney’s Best Remake
In this “don’t say I didn’t warn ya” episode, Ernest analyzes Trump's slashing $1.7 trillion in government spending, lessons learned 5 years after George Floyd protests, the real future of Philly’s Democratic Party, the new reality of exposing ...
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Season 8
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Episode 20
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5:22:53