A Moment with Erik Fleming

The Wealth Academy Featuring Jasmine and Ellis Suazo

In this episode, Jasmine and Ellis Suazo, founders of The Wealth Academy, talk about the impact their business has in building wealth for the African American community.

Fall If You Will, But Rise You Must Featuring Samuel Ashworth and Dr. Ted Williams III

In this episode, Samuel Ashworth, Professor of Creative Writing at George Washington University, talks about his new book, The Death and Life of August Sweeney, in an innovative way. Then, Dr. Ted Williams III, a Chicago educator, actor, and activist, discusses the importance of the arts in activism and makes the case for reparations toward African Americans.

A Quiet Life & How To Raise A Citizen Featuring Will Cooper, Michael McKinley and Lindsey Cormack

In this episode, friend of the podcast Will Cooper appears with his collaborator Michael McKinley to talk about the new cyber thriller book they co-authored, A Quiet Life. Then author and political science professor Lindsey Cormack discusses the importance of raising informed citizens in our democracy.

The 6888th & Title IX Featuring Kevin Hymel and Kristin Couch

In this episode, Military Historian Kevin Hymel talks about how his article on the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion became a Tyler Perry-directed motion picture. Then Kristin Couch, Associate Director for Title IX & Compliance at Spelman College, explains the importance of Title IX programs and what impact the dissolution of the U. S. Department of Education may have on those programs.

Triumphant Men Featuring Mark Talley and Mike Nellis

In this episode, Mark Talley, Executive Director of Agents for Advocacy, and Mike Nellis, CEO of AUTHENTIC, talk about their personal journeys, triumphs and their views on our current political climate.

Truth & Faith Featuring David Daley and Jeanné Lewis

In this episode, David Daley, author of AntiDemocratic, explains to the listeners how we arrived in the current political environment we are dealing with. Then, Jeanné Lewis, CEO of Faith In Public Life, explains to the listeners how we can navigate through that political environment.

Redemption & Resistance Featuring Rev. John Lee Hooker, Jr. and MiDian Shofner

In this episode, Rev. John Lee Hooker, Jr., author of From the Shadow of the Blues, talks about his legacy and his inspirational redemption. Then, MiDian Shofner, CEO of The Epitome of Black Excellence & Partnership, updates us on the continuing struggle for justice in Aurora, Colorado, a microcosm of our national struggle.

60 Years of Democracy

In this, the first episode of Season 11, I commemorate 60 years of life in the United States of America and why I will continue to fight for our freedom and progress, in spite of the challenges. I will also present a special surprise for the listeners.

The Iconist & The Advocate Featuring Jamie Mustard and Dawne Troupe

In this, the last episode of Season 10, Jamie Mustard, author of The Iconist, discusses his book and the science of standing out in this modern world. Then, Dawne Troupe, Advocacy Director for the Community Opportunity Alliance, explains the importance of affordable housing and financial literacy, especially for African Americans.

Going Forward Featuring Ianta Summers and Dr. Reneé Carr

In this episode, Ianta Summers, CEO of Summers Public Affairs, and Dr. Reneé Carr, licensed psychologist and host of the Politics & Psychology podcast, offer their perspectives on how we, as African Americans, go forward during this period in American politics.