
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
243 episodes
Ernestly Speaking! S8, Episode 9: Trump’s Address to Congress, Philly Political Standom, Lady Gaga’s Triumphant Return
In this “front and center” episode, Ernest breaks down the flips and flops from that Congressional circus, unpacks the cowardice of the Democratic Party, Philly’s liberal contradictions, why the straights should reconsider their use of “partner...
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Season 8
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Episode 9
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2:56:37

Ernestly Speaking! S8, Episode 8: Trump vs. Zelensky, Philly D.A. Race Scandal Updates, Andrew Cuomo Returns, Oscars Review
In this “everything’s coming up roses” episode, Ernest gives dispatches from Broadway, unpacks that messy foreign affairs debacle in the Oval Office, Philly D.A. Krasner's response to his recent political controversy, why the Black shopping boy...
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Season 8
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Episode 8
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2:23:16

Ernestly Speaking! S8, Episode 7: Presidential Black-lash, Philly D.A. Race Scandal, That Viral Philly Black Restaurant, Oscars Countdown
In this “it’s only up from here” episode, Ernest returns from the United Kingdom with hot British tea to spill, Black History Month with Trump, Krasner declares a third-term DA run, MSNBC’s massive shake-up, why the Chubby Chicks buzz is a case...
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Season 8
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Episode 7
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2:53:10

Ernestly Speaking! Special Edition: My Epic Oxford Union Debate!
In this British tea spilling special edition, Ernest shares his entire first-time experience in the United Kingdom. From the interesting dining experiences and cultural shock to his show-stopping closing argument in favor of cancel culture at O...
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Season 8
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1:20:19

Ernestly Speaking! S8, Episode 6: Bold Political Corruption, About that Philly Parade, Snagging Cowboy Carter Tour Tickets
In this “money is nice, championships are better” episode, Ernest feels all the love in the air, the deplorable compromise of Eric Adams, PA Governor suing the Trump administration, why Jay-Z’s case was dismissed, Uber vs. Doordash, and more.
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Season 8
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Episode 6
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2:25:15

Ernestly Speaking! S8, Episode 5: Political Roulette, Philly Wins Super Bowl, Cancelling Karla Sofía Gascón
In this “so that's what y'all wanted to see, huh” episode, Ernest spots a bizarre pattern in the first weeks of the new White House “administration,” the laziness in City Council, an interesting move from D.A. Krasner, an interesting Oscar race...
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Season 8
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Episode 5
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2:29:32

Ernestly Speaking! S8, Episode 4: Political Panic, Philly Super Bowl Madness, Oscar Actress Nominee Drama, Give Beyoncé a Break
In this “I’m rooting for everyone Black” episode, Ernest advises on how to emotionally prepare for a Trump executive order, about that DNC election, why debating with racists online is wasting time, Cowboy Carter on tour, and more.
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Season 8
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Episode 4
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1:51:08

Ernestly Speaking! Special Edition: My Showstopping Grammys Weekend!
In this tea-spilling special edition, Ernest gives us an exclusive on his history-making Grammys weekend in Los Angeles.
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Season 8
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1:56:22

Ernestly Speaking! S8, Episode 3: Trump’s Predictable Return, Philly Soda Tax Probe, Target’s DEI Drama, Final Grammy Predictions
In this “go E-L-G-S-E-S” episode, Ernest discusses the return of state-sanctioned debauchery, a Philly City Council that’s squeamish, the complex of progressives right now, Oscar nominations heartbreak, and more.
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Season 8
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Episode 3
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2:58:37

Ernestly Speaking! S8, Episode 2: A New (Worse) President Inaugurated, Philly Politricks Returns, the Demise of TikTok, Oscar Nomination Predictions
In this “here comes the B.S.” episode, Ernest discusses the inauguration we’re all skipping, the unraveling of the 76ers Arena blowback, a social media cultural reset, how awards season is unraveling, and more.
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Season 8
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Episode 2
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2:29:44

Ernestly Speaking! S8, Season Premiere: A New Era of Debauchery (and Hope)!
In this season premiere, Ernest returns to a new year that’s already filled with political, social, and pop culture suspense.
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Season 8
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Episode 1
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2:51:03

Ernestly Speaking! S7, Season Finale: The Epic 200th Episode!
In this season finale, Ernest reviews the best (and worst) of 2024 and gives us a sneak peak of the new year ahead.
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Season 7
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Episode 25
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2:59:32

Ernestly Speaking! S7, Episode 24: Congressional Republicans Fight, Philly 76ers Arena Proposal Approved, the Overkill of Luigi Mangione
In this “let the chips fall” episode, Ernest talks about the latest in the congressional GOP division, the conclusion of the 76ers Arena vote in Philly, the privilege of the alleged UnitedHealthcare CEO killer, and why Tyler Perry’s new film is...
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Season 7
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Episode 24
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2:52:03

Ernestly Speaking! S7, Episode 23: The Curious Case of the Philly 76ers Arena, Luigi Mangione, and Jay-Z
In this “you break it, you buy it” episode, Ernest talks about the latest in the White House return of Trump, the 76ers Arena vote in Philly, the obsession of the alleged UnitedHealthcare CEO killer, and why these Jay-Z allegations are question...
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Season 7
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Episode 23
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2:01:35

Ernestly Speaking! S7, Episode 22: Biden Pardons Biden, UnitedHealthcare CEO Killing, and Golden Globe Nomination Predictions
In this “change, change, change” episode, Ernest talks about the latest in the Trump transition, the 76ers Arena vote in Philly, media transitions, and why the Beyoncé vs. Taylor Swift stan war is pointless.
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Season 7
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Episode 22
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2:42:28

Ernestly Speaking! S7, Episode 21: MAGA Culture Normalized Myth, 76ers Arena Might Be a Done Deal, and About that Drake Lawsuit
In this “you better tell them before I do” episode, Ernest unpacks how influencing hasn't really gone full Trumper, the latest in Philly politics, and why the Drake lawsuit is more complex than what’s being covered.
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Season 7
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Episode 21
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2:12:46

Ernestly Speaking! S7, Episode 20: The Fall of Matt Gaetz, SEPTA Might Foreshadow 76ers Arena Demise, and the IDC Return of Kendrick Lamar
In this “I don’t really care, do you?” episode, Ernest unpacks the latest shake-ups in the Trump appointments, Philly 76ers Arena battle, and music industry.
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Season 7
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Episode 20
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2:07:31

Ernestly Speaking! S7, Episode 19: Trump’s Kangaroo Court Cabinet, 76ers Arena Hearings Showdown, and the Exodus of “X”
In this “don’t act surprised” episode, Ernest unpacks the latest shake-ups in the White House, Philadelphia City Council, and Hollywood.
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Season 7
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Episode 19
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2:12:50

Ernestly Speaking! S7, Episode 18: Brutal Truths About the Election, Democratic Party Blame Game, and Grammy Nominations
In this “harsh reality” episode, Ernest confesses what went wrong in Philly during the 2024 Presidential Election.
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Season 7
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Episode 18
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2:32:02

Ernestly Speaking! Special Edition: Trump Won His Re-Election. Y'all Go Figure It Out.
In this special edition episode, Ernest unpacks the re-election of Donald Trump as president and the lessons that can be learned in what happens next.
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Season 7
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51:27

Ernestly Speaking! S7, Episode 17: Closing Arguments Before Election Day, Philly City Council Divided on 76ers Arena, Meg Thee Stallion’s New Documentary
In this “counting down the hours” episode, Ernest shares his final presidential election campaign thoughts before we cast our votes – things he’s been waiting to finally say until now.
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Season 7
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Episode 17
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2:03:16

Ernestly Speaking! S7, Episode 16: Final Week Before Election, Philly 76ers Arena vs. Chinatown Begins, Revisiting Chris Brown
In this “counting down the days” episode, Ernest unpacks all of the latest presidential campaign drama as the media, surrogates, and political parties begin to lose their minds.
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Season 7
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Episode 16
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2:26:17

Ernestly Speaking! S7, Episode 15: Trump’s Campaign Decline, Philly Dems Are Fighting, Settling the Voting Debate
In this “get it TF together” episode, Ernest unpacks all of the latest presidential campaign drama both nationally and locally as we head into the final two weeks before Election Day.
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Season 7
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Episode 15
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2:44:30

Ernestly Speaking! S7, Episode 14: My 33rd Birthday Blitz, VP Harris’s Media Tour, Justice for Black Male Voters
In this “one time for the birthday boss” episode, Ernest celebrates a notable year around the sun, the latest uproar on the presidential campaign trail, the instant (and wise) dismissal of Jaguar Wright, the rising Philly yuppie support of SEPT...
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Season 7
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Episode 14
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2:23:42

Ernestly Speaking! S7, Episode 13: Reviewing the VP Debate, Debunking the Foolery of Jaguar Wright, Early Grammy Nomination Predictions
In this “Black famous” episode, Ernest talks up (and down) the VP debate, notable GOP leaders backing the Harris/Walz ticket, a wacky figure emerging in Diddy’s scandal, why the new Joker sequel is dividing audiences, and much more.
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Season 7
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Episode 13
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2:36:34
