Unveiling the Power of 'The Code of Blackness': Dr. Boyce Watkins and Ric Mathis Discuss the Urgent Needs of Our Community

Dr. Boyce Watkins
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On the Rashad Richey Morning Show, listeners were treated to an extraordinary collaboration between Dr. Boyce Watkins, a renowned filmmaker, and Ric Mathis, the documentary king. The dynamic duo joined the show to discuss their latest release, "B1: Needs of Our Community First," a powerful and highly anticipated documentary that challenges perceptions and sparks crucial conversations about prioritizing the needs of our community in education, health, and relationships.

According to Dr. Boyce Watkins, "Our Children are our multi-trillion dollar asset." This powerful statement underscores the importance of focusing on the needs of our community. "B1: The Movie "The Code of Blackness" aims to shed light on the critical issues faced by the Black community and inspire action towards positive change. By addressing the urgent needs and challenges, the filmmakers hope to spark discussions that will lead to transformative solutions.

During their interview on the Rashad Richey Morning Show, Dr. Boyce Watkins and Ric Mathis went in-depth about the themes and messages of their documentary. The conversation was engaging and insightful, giving listeners a glimpse into the passion and dedication behind the creation of this film. Even addressing some deep history you may not be aware of. "This is why platforms like this are so important because we need to start having our OWN conversation, or else other groups will start having it for us," Dr. Boyce Watkins explained.

To gain deeper insights and understand the passion behind the filmmakers' mission, it is highly recommended to listen to the full interview audio. By downloading the interview, listeners can experience firsthand the thought-provoking discussions and engage with the urgent needs of the Black community.

Dr. Rashad Richey, host of the award-winning ‘Rashad Richey Morning Show’ on News & Talk 1380 – WAOK/V-103FM (HD3) (Weekdays 7am -10am), and the ‘Dr. Rashad Richey Review’ on SiriusXM’s Urban View (Sundays at 1pm and 9pm), was voted 'Best Talk Radio Personality in Atlanta' by readers of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and named 'Most Trusted Voice in Atlanta' by the Atlanta Business Journal, making him the first African-American to receive these distinctions.

The intelligent and fearless television news anchor for the opinion news show, 'Indisputable with Dr. Rashad Richey’ on the TYT Network, which was named 'fastest growing TV news show in America', and Political Commentator for The People's Station V-103 FM, America's largest urban station, also serves as President of Rolling Out, the largest free-print urban publication in the country. This multimedia powerhouse with over 3-million combined subscribers/followers on Facebook Watch, YouTube, Podcasts, and Twitch combined, is a noted multidisciplinary academic scholar and university professor/lecturer and an Emmy-nominated television Political Analyst for CBS News Atlanta. 

Believing in the power of knowledge and education, Dr. Richey holds several advanced degrees, making him one of the most academically credentialed individuals in American history according to America News Now. Completing doctoral research studies in federal policy reform from Clark Atlanta University, Dr. Richey also holds a PhD from the Business University of Costa Rica where his research and doctoral dissertation highlighted the nuances and intersectionality of politics, policy and religion. 

Being a student of leadership, Dr. Richey completed studies in Executive Leadership at Cornell University and was accepted into a specialty executive law program at Harvard University in International Finance: Policy, Regulation, and Transactions. Understanding the connectivity of culture and science, Dr. Richey earned his Master of Science in Neuroscience from the University of Pacific, where his master’s thesis researched cognitive functionalities of brain entrainment. Dr. Richey also completed a Master of Science in Applied Physics and Quantum Mechanics from Universidad Empresarial, his master’s thesis was adapted into a book titled, ‘Ancient Egyptian Mastery of Quantum Physics, Vibratory Frequency, and Geometric Sciences: An Overview of Complex Scientific Applications in Ancient Cultures’, which quickly became the #1 Physics, #1 Science, #1 History, and #1 Egyptian Genre b0ok on the Amazon platform. 

As an executive leader, Dr. Richey says it’s imperative to combine business practices with compassionate leadership principles, which was a primary focus when completing his Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at Beulah Heights University. Dr. Richey also holds a Master of Laws (LL.M) in Humanitarian Studies from the University of Renaissance and a Doctor of Law in International Law (ABD) from the research institution, Azteca University. 

He is currently in the final leg of completing his Juris Doctor (Law Degree) from Birmingham Law School and dually enrolled in a PhD in Quantum Physics program, which is a collaborative between the Clark Atlanta University physics department and the School of Life Information Science & Engineering at Asia Pacific School of Business.

As host of The Rashad Richey Morning Show, Dr. Richey has interviewed everyone from Vice-President Kamala Harris to TI, and always brings relevant information, the best on-air debates, and most insightful interviews in media. Tune in every weekday morning from 7am-10am on News and Talk 1380-WAOK, V-103FM (HD3), www.WAOK.com, or on the Audacy App.

Featured Image Photo Credit: Dr. Boyce Watkins