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‘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.
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Gangstas Paradise: Gelo Ball, Vivica Fox, Doechii, Anthony Mackie
Summary
In this episode, Sauce Mackenzie discusses various themes including Jello Ball's transition into music, the implications of gangster rap, and the cultural identity within hip hop. He reflects on his personal experiences and the challenges of navigating affection in schools, particularly regarding same-sex relationships. Additionally, he addresses the perceived agenda affecting black communities and the influence of societal changes on youth. In this conversation, Sauce Mackenzie delves into various pressing issues within the black community, including the understanding of sexuality, the importance of masculinity, the challenges faced by incarcerated individuals, and the impact of cultural appropriation. He also discusses the aging of celebrities, the complexities of relationships involving bisexuality, the significance of representation in music, and societal expectations regarding body image. Throughout the dialogue, Mackenzie emphasizes the need for open discussions and understanding within the community.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflections
02:02 Jello Ball's Music Career and Identity
10:36 The Impact of Gangster Rap on Jello Ball
15:09 The Role of Hip Hop in Cultural Identity
19:12 Navigating Affection in Schools
26:16 The Agenda Affecting Black Communities
28:52 Understanding Sexuality in the Black Community
31:39 The Role of Masculinity in Modern Society
34:39 Challenges Faced by Incarcerated Individuals
36:42 Cultural Appropriation and Identity
40:22 The Impact of Aging on Celebrity Culture
44:02 Navigating Relationships and Bisexuality
50:07 The Importance of Representation in Music
54:04 Body Image and Societal Expectations
Takeaways
Sauce Mackenzie emphasizes the importance of authenticity in music, particularly for Jello Ball.
He advocates for Jello to embrace a lifestyle-focused rap style rather than gangster themes.
The conversation highlights the cultural significance of hip hop in shaping identity.
Mackenzie reflects on his role in schools and the challenges of enforcing affection policies.
He acknowledges the need for fairness in monitoring student behavior regardless of sexual orientation.
The discussion touches on the perceived agenda to depopulate black communities through societal influences.
Mackenzie expresses concern over the aggressive behavior of young women in schools.
He believes that the influence of rap music is powerful and can shape societal norms.
The episode underscores the importance of mentorship and positive role models for youth.
Mackenzie calls for a balance between personal beliefs and fair treatment of all students. We have never had a problem with gay people in the black community.
The LGBTQ agenda is compared to historical exploitation.
Masculinity is crucial for young black men.
Cultural appropriation is a significant issue.
Aging celebrities face unique challenges.
Relationships with bisexual individuals can be complex.
Natural beauty is often undervalued in society.
Representation in music is vital for cultural identity.
Body image issues affect both men and women.
Open discussions are necessary for community growth.
Sound Bites
"You can make a song called Louis Vuitton Lifestyle"
"We need you to be Jello. Be that fly ass nigga"
"I don't want a child to feel like he doesn't like me"
"It's an agenda to emasculate black men"
"Rap music is very, very powerful and influential"
"We have never had a problem with gay people."
"We can't let society sisyphire our men."
"We are raising too many feminine young men."
"Stop telling black people about t
