lets investigative podcast that unpacks how Black culture, pride, and unity are too often weaponized as tools of manipulation and financial exploitation. From Dr. Umar Johnson’s long-promised but never-opened school, to Akon’s futuristic “Akon City” that raised millions but remains little more than glossy renderings, to the music industry’s notorious exploitation of artists under moguls like Birdman—this series traces a common thread: the dream of empowerment turned into a hustle.

Through sharp storytelling, insider accounts, and cultural critique, Profits of Unity examines how false prophets, celebrity leaders, and industry power players cloak themselves in the language of liberation while funneling resources into personal gain. The podcast isn’t just about scams; it’s about the vulnerability of a community seeking progress, the s ...