It is women's history month across the nation, and today's guests is Rep. Zakiya Summers from Jackson, Mississippi. She represents House District 68 where she exemplifies strong leadership. Rep.Summers is a loving wife and mom, and she believes in standing on the side of right. Join us as we dive into her role as a state representative, and how she navigate the political climate as a black woman.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/politicsforthaculture/message

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17. Black Women Leadership in Politics (ft. Representative Zakiya Summers)

As we celebrate black history month, this episodes elevates the voices of black men who are currently leading in politics. Special guests are Jarrius Adams an activists/community organizer & Perrin Bostic who is a political strategists. These men will acknowledge civil rights legends who have paved a way for black men today, as they share their experiences in the field of politics and the work they are doing in their communities.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/politicsforthaculture/message

16. Black Men Leading in Politics Past & Present (ft. Jarrius Adams & Perrin Bostic)

We sat down with health care professional Daniel Huggins as he share his experience with the vaccine. Mr. Huggins is a front line worker for a Children's Hospital, and we wanted him to discuss how he navigates his role as Chief Operating Officer during this pandemic. He shares a wealth of knowledge and advice in regards to our health and how to be in the KNOW of our bodies.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/politicsforthaculture/message

15. Covid 19 & The Vaccine (ft. Daniel Huggins)

Education expert and guru Dr. Shawonna Coleman explain the difference between equity vs equality in the classroom. She dives into her experience as a teacher, author, and consultant. As Dr. Jill Biden, an educator,  becomes the First Lady of the United States, Dr. Coleman shares her excitement for the new found administration and her hope for the field of education in America.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/politicsforthaculture/message

14. Equity vs Equality: Neutrality In The Classroom (ft. Dr. Shawonna Coleman)

Georgia turns blue after the victory of two U.S. Senate races with Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock. Both candidates defeated their republican opponent in a recent 2021 runoff election. Even when the country celebrated a victory, white supremacy raided the capitol buildings. This episode celebrates Georgia's win, but tell the story of the hypocrisy in America's democracy when it comes to riots and protest.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/politicsforthaculture/message

13. Georgia's Victory in America's Democracy

Want to know more about thriving as a black entrepreneur and how politics play a major role in the stock market? Special guest Jared Lewis, a native of Bolton, MS helps explain it all with his journey as a small business owner and stock investor. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

12. Entrepreneurship & Stock Market is Politics (ft. Jared Lewis)

On Sept 29th, Donald Trump and Former Vice-President Joe Biden had their first ever presidential debate on national television. It is no secret about the economic crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic America is facing right now. This episode a recap of that debate and why so many American citizens are concerned with our democracy.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

11. The Recap: 2020 Presidential Debate (Pt.1)

This episode dives into the conversation about economic development, defining black culture in politics, and discussing the removal of the Mississippi flag. Our special guest is Jhai Keeton, a commercial developer for the City of Jackson.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/politicsforthaculture/message

10. Defining Black Culture in Politics (ft. Jhai Keeton)

Right now we are experiencing a horrific pandemic in America with COVID-19. This episode Shalonda discuss the importance of mental health during this traumatic time in America history with mental health expert Erick Brow also known as @ABrownDoctor via social media. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/politicsforthaculture/message

9. The Importance of Mental Health during COVID-19 (ft. Erick Brown)

During women history month, our host had the opportunity to sit down and have a conversation with the cousin of Emmett Till to discuss the Emmett Till Legacy Foundation and the social justice work she’s doing across the country. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/politicsforthaculture/message

8. Celebrating Women’s History with Deborah Watts

We are interested place in politics. This episode dives until where we are in our democracy on a local and federal level and a start into this new season of political topics. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/politicsforthaculture/message

7. Where Are We In Our Democracy?

Healthcare is important and should not be taken lightly. This episode gives an overview from a healthcare perspective from a PhD research student from Jackson, MS. Kia Jones will share the work she is doing in the community through chemistry research and her advocacy work in mental health. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/politicsforthaculture/message

6. A Healthcare Perspective with Kia Jones

Shanda is a working mother, a small business owner, an attorney, a proud public school graduate and the first in her family to obtain a college degree. She is running for Mississippi House District 64 because she understands the importance of quality education, infrastructure and her fight to create a better Mississippi. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/politicsforthaculture/message

5. Shanda Yates for Mississippi House District 64

Anissa Being, is a personal blog that was created by a medical student Anissa Butler. She is a native of Jackson, MS and a graduate from Jackson State University. Anissa held the title of Miss. Jackson State University where she impacted the campus in a positive light. Her blog is to educate and give study tips that will help student succeed. Evolving is the word to describe Anissa because she is constantly growing. Her desire in life is to be the doctor that heals her community and those she loves.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/politicsforthaculture/message

4. Anissa Being: Medical Student, Activist, & Entrepreneur

Joy Walters is a native of Shreveport, Louisiana and she is running for State Representative District 3 in her home state. Joy shares her experience as a young woman in politics and her upcoming campaign. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/politicsforthaculture/message

3. Daryl Joy Walters for State Representative

Politics and Empowerment is a political podcast hosted by Shalonda Spencer, a political strategist, policy analysts, and advocate from Mississipi. She uses her passion for politics to influence positive change through public service. This podcast is designed to discuss policy issues that affect our democracy in politics with hopes to empower listeners to become civically engaged. Tune in to exclusive interviews from elected officials, policymakers, advocates, and activists from across the country who are progressively changing and impacting their community. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/politicsandempowerment/support

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