This first episode of "Raise Your Self Image" has Vernon Martin and Craig Hall trumpeting the theme of this show reaching out to the African American community encouraging them to rise above ignorance, illiteracy, and violence to produce a culture that is in line with the biological survival and advancement of a people. Also, Vernon introduces his book, "Master the Culture," and Craig drives home some important points. Vernon is also the author of "Conquer the Culture" as well.