Concrete Genius Media
‘Sauce Mackenzie’ was born in Gary, Indiana within a community that encouraged him to pursue
his wants and desires at a young age. Unfortunately, his own recklessness would lead him into
learning the hard lessons of such a pursuit, causing him to forfeit his freedom in the early stages
of his manhood. As the deception of his will would force him to repay his debt to society behind
bars, he would formulate a plan to repay that debt in full by honoring not only the future
generation, but also his beloved mother who had passed away without ever seeing her son
make it to the right side of liberty. Today, Sauce is here to share his story on how he evolved
from a man running on empty to a man whose cup is running over. From street ordinary to
extraordinary streets, this man is an example of what it means to turn a willful error into an era
of prosperity. He is now a family man, business man, entrepreneur, coach, mentor, community
leader, volunteer, and a token to the evolution of a young black man. Prepare yourself to enter
into the mind of a strategist, and to join the conversation of how a change begins with you.
Concrete Genius Media
24 HOUR BOYCOTT, CALEB WILSON & PROTECTING BLACK KIDS AT COLLEGE
In this conversation, Sauce Mackenzie explores various themes surrounding life, community, and the challenges faced by the Black community in America. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing the blessings of life, navigating the current tense state of the nation, and the significance of community support and boycotts. Mackenzie discusses the economic power of consumer choices and critiques the hazing practices within fraternities, questioning their impact on identity and masculinity. He contrasts the dynamics of gangs and fraternities, advocating for a reevaluation of loyalty and brotherhood within Black organizations. The conversation concludes with a call for understanding and change in the community.
Chapters
00:00 The Blessing of Life and Current Tensions
01:46 Navigating Community Challenges and Boycotts
04:17 Understanding Emasculation and Hazing in Fraternities
08:06 The Impact of Loyalty and Brotherhood on Identity
11:52 The Dangers of Emasculation and Its Roots
16:39 Fraternities vs. Gangs: A Comparative Analysis
21:16 The Need for Change in Brotherhood Dynamics
Takeaways
Waking up is a blessing that we often take for granted.
America is currently in a tense state, facing various challenges.
Community support and boycotts can be powerful tools for change.
Economic power can be demonstrated through consumer choices.
Hazing practices in fraternities can have detrimental effects on individuals.
Emasculation in fraternal organizations raises questions about loyalty and identity.
There is a need for honest conversations about the impact of hazing.
Gangs and fraternities serve different purposes and have different dynamics.
The desire for acceptance can lead to harmful practices in organizations.
Understanding and reevaluating loyalty is crucial for the Black community.
