Episodes

In this episode, Stephen M. Cohn, Trauma Surgeon and author of All Bleeding Stops, talks about the state of trauma care in America and Saleha Mohsin, Senior Washington Correspondent for Bloomberg News and author of Paper Soldiers, explains how the US Dollar has been weaponized in international policy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, Evelyn LaChapelle, founder of The Weed Lady Gift Shop/lifestyle brand, talks about her mission to be a successful entrepreneur and an advocate for the formerly incarcerated. Then, Dr. C. Nicole Mason, founder of Future Forward Women, discusses the importance, and challenges, of empowering women in America. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, Ekemini Uwan, author of Truth’s Table, talks about the challenges of theological activism; Glenn Rushing, Managing Director/SVP at the PeterDamonGroup, discusses his experience and observation as a Black man in American politics; and Dr. Nah Dove, author of The Afrocentric School [a blueprint], stresses the importance of an Afrocentric education for our children. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, Nasser Beydoun, a Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate in Michigan, discusses his campaign and his vision for America and John Echohawk, founder of the Native American Rights Fund, talks about the work he continues to do in protecting Native American rights. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, Corey Nathan, host of the podcast, Talkin’ Politics & Religion Without Killin’ Each Other, talks about the importance of civil discourse in our democracy and Leah Rothstein, author of the book, Just Action, discusses her book and the message of activism it seeks to convey. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, Grace Yung Foster, founder of The Inclusion Initiative, talks about the challenges of transracial adoption; Dan Egol, founder of IDEAS Generation, explains how intersectionality is important creating understanding; and Jerry Mitchell, founder of the Mississippi Center for Investigative Reporting, discusses the importance of investigative reporting in obtaining justice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, Ashleigh Ewald, Student Body President at Oglethorpe University, talks about issues that impact her generation; Nikola Ilic, founder of ChangeLab Global, explains why he focuses his activism towards human development; and Julie Farnam discusses her new book, Domestic Darkness, and the lessons that can be learned from January 6, 2021. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support

Christina Carrega, National Criminal Justice Reporter for Capital B, highlights, and updates, certain criminal justice stories; Sharon Kyle, Publisher of the L. A. Progressive Newsletter, talks about her perspective on national and California politics; and Joe Trippi, Senior Advisor to The Lincoln Project, explains the importance of innovation and tenacity in campaigning during this presidential election year. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/suppor...

In this the first episode of the 9th season, Della Duncan explains the concept of Renegade Economics; Author Marcie Bianco talks about her new book: Breaking Free; and Jason Berlin, founder of Field Team 6, discusses his work to help elect Democrats nationwide. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, the Consul General of Israel for the Southeastern United States, Anat Sultan-Dadon, discusses the current state of the Israeli-Hamas conflict, and Mike Podhorzer, former political director of the AFL-CIO, talks about the resurgence of the U.S. Labor Movement. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, former US Capitol Police Sergeant Aquilino Gonell talks about his book, American Shield; Professor Marvin King discusses the challenges and importance of political science; and Development Director Alexis Buchanan Thomas talks about the challenges of fundraising for political nonprofits. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, Artist Satori Shakoor talks about the power of storytelling; Author Suzanne Munson discusses how the Founding Fathers would view modern political ethics; and Historian Karen Cox shows how “The Lost Cause” ethos impacts our current political discourse. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, we spotlight three books and their authors: Dr. Karida Brown & Charly Palmer of the New Brownies’ Book; Professor Juliet Hooker of Black Grief/White Grievance; and Fatimah Gilliam of Race Rules: What Your Black Friend Won’t Tell You. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, Registered Nurse and Author Holly Cotton talks about health care issues and Houston, TX politics; Author Dr. Evelyn Bethune talks about living up to the legacy of her famous grandmother; and Licensed Social Worker Dr. Heliana Ramirez talks about the mental trauma racism creates. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, Keith Stroup, Legal Counsel for NORML, discusses the history of marijuana legalization; former State Senator Daryl Jones talks about Florida politics; and Talib Jasir, founder of the Afros and Audios Festival, touts the power of community in podcasting. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, Ruvimbo Samanga and Bailey Reichelt talk about the nuances of space law and the expansion of space programs on the African continent; Elizabeth Silleck La Rue, CEO of Silleck Consulting Services, explains the concept of environmental justice and talks about her personal journey leaving the United States; and Marthe Hardy, founder of Marthe’s Spot, talks about her experience of being a Haitian American and how she plans to help immigrants in this country. --- Support this podcast...

In this episode, Editor-In-Chief of The Washington Outsider Irina Tsukerman, Professor Patricia DeGennaro, and Attorney Ashraf Nubani discuss the impacts of the Israeli-Hamas Conflict and other global crises. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, three Democratic political commentators: Kaivan Shroff, Chai Komanduri, and Shalonda Spencer give their thoughts on how 2024 will go for the Democrats. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, Dan McMillan, Founder of Save Democracy in America, talks about changing the influence of money in politics; Bible scholar Dan McClellan gives his take on the influence of religion in politics; and Dr. Joe Nelson discusses the challenges of being an education administrator in Mississippi and America. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, Pulitzer Prize winning journalist David Cay Johnston talks about the real Donald Trump, while Retired Special Agent Jerri Williams talks about her experience with the FBI and the truth about the Bureau. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, I highlight a couple of issues that we, collectively, need to pay attention to as 2024 approaches. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support

In this Pre-Thanksgiving Super episode, I get to interview three dynamic leaders, highlighting the outstanding work they are doing in the community: Charles DeBow, III, President and CEO of the National Black Chamber of Commerce, Moses West, CEO/Founder of AWG Contracting and the Moses West Foundation, and Shael Norris, Founding Executive Director of SafeBAE. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support

This episode talks about the stakes of the 2024 election with four independent candidates, plus my thoughts on the end of religion and its political consequences. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, I basically make the case that we as voters should not fall for tricks and place impossible expectations in lieu of the big picture. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/erik-fleming1/support