KMOJ's Community Viewpoint

In this timely and emotionally charged episode of The 4 Opinions, your hosts take a fearless dive into one of today’s most disturbing and revealing topics—the resurfaced abuse allegations against music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs, brought to light by singer Cassie and several others. But this isn’t about headlines or Hollywood. This episode is about us.
We use this case as a lens to unpack the deeper truths about abuse, silence, and generational trauma in Black and Brown communities. Why do so many victims feel they have no voice? Why is silence rewarded and speaking out punished? And how does the glamorization of power, wealth, and status allow abuse to flourish unchecked?
Together, we’ll explore:
  • The cultural dynamics that keep abuse hidden in families, relationships, and the entertainment industry.
  • The mental health cost of staying silent—on the victim, their children, and the community.
  • How generational trauma continues when we fail to have honest conversations and hold people accountable.
  • Ways to empower survivors and shift the culture toward healing, truth-telling, and collective care.
  • The role of media, music, and money in normalizing toxic masculinity and silencing women.
  • Breaking the “don’t speak on family business” mindset that has protected abusers for decades.
We’ll also offer space for healing and provide practical tips for recognizing abuse, supporting survivors, and starting hard conversations within your own circles. This is more than a podcast—it’s a call to action for community awareness, mental wellness, and breaking toxic cycles once and for all.
Because silence breeds suffering—and the next generation deserves better.

What is KMOJ's Community Viewpoint?

“KMOJ’s Community Viewpoint” is a podcast series created by KMOJ-89.9 FM Radio “The People’s Station”. These conversations explore issues and perspectives critical to the health and well-being of all members of the communities of color we serve.
Since first going “on the air” in 1976, KMOJ-89.9-FM continues its legacy as the community-oriented station located in Minneapolis, Minnesota airing a predominantly urban adult contemporary format.
“KMOJ’s Community Viewpoint” is one way the station achieves its mission of engaging, supporting and empowering Communities of Color to elevate the way of life of the people of its community and to challenge social and economic disparities, and the persistent consequences of historic racism.
The station call letters, “KMOJ” were inspired by the Swahili word “UMOJA” which means “Unity.” http://kmojfm.com/