The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show

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In the News on “Wealthy Wednesdays” with Rev. Dr. Todd Yeary Esq. May 29, 2025

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Today’s news cycle dictated everything from Democratic proposals of a “shadow” Cabinet in the White House to the gutsy, raw commencement speech at Wake Forest University, delivered by CBS’ “60 Minutes” Anchor, Scott Pelley to the on-air breaking news of the Trump commutation of Chicago gang boss, Larry Hoover’s six consecutive “life” sentences. At every twist and turn, Jesse and Todd break it down, building on the facts…delivering the wisdom we need to gain with one foot in the courtroom and the other in the pulpit.

Action Is Needed! Liz King Shares What to Do! May 28, 2025

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The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights Senior Director of the Education Equity Program, Liz King joins Jesse Jr for a read on President Trump’s Executive Order: https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/04/restoring-equality-of-opportunity-and-meritocracy/

I Heard What the Doctors Said, But Can’t Help What I See May 23, 2025

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Jonathan Allen, veteran political journalist, long time friend, and author of the New York Times Best Seller, “FIGHT,” joins Jesse Jr for Part 2 of their discussion on what happened in the White House, why it happened, and what Joe and Joanie Public need to know about President Biden’s newest health revelations on the backdrop of our nation’s current local and international events.

The Medical Perspective: When Dementia Meets Cancer in One ,Mind, Body and Spirit May 22, 2025

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Radiation Oncologist Leslie Holmes, MD and Cancer Researcher, Kevin Mott join The Jesse Jackson Jr Show in light of the news concerning President Biden’s new health revelation. While there are political perspectives, the medical experts shed light you wouldn’t expect!

Elected By The People for The People? May 20, 2025

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What and Who Knew about Joe Biden’s Health? The Cost of Secrets. Political Consultant Algernon Penn joins The Jesse Jackson Jr Show to break down the additional revelations about President Biden’s health and the costly decisions to keep the most incredible secrets. With empathy for Joe, the American people still deserve answers.

Nothing But Facts with Johnny Mack May 16, 2025

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In this episode, Jesse dives into Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s evolving vision for building a "World House" — one rooted in dignity, liberty, and community. What would Dr. King say if he were here today? Join the conversation as Jesse explores the legacy, the challenges, and the path forward.

Wealthy Wednesdays: Borders, Brotherhood & Building a Just Future May 15, 2025

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Jesse and Todd discuss the issues surrounding air traffic control from Todd’s evaluation, and perspective, as a former air traffic controller and the son of two air traffic controllers…both his mom and dad. With a pivot to the latest airport arrivals of our new neighbors - the Afrikaners with a quick route to US citizenship - in contrast to the issue of due process in deportation, the wealthiest wisdom for the day remains our call to “love your neighbor.”

The Jesse Jackson Jr Show welcomes US Dept of Ed & Schott Fellow Diallo Brooks and Morehouse College President Emeritus, Emory Univ Apr 16, 2025

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President's Senior Advisor, and Laney Professor in Moral Leadership.

The Jesse Jackson Jr Show welcomes Dr. William Barber Apr 16, 2025

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The Poor People's Campaign & Repairers of the Breach

Jesse Talks Education Mar 12, 2025

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On the heels of national news reporting the dismantling of the Department of Education, historian, scholar, author of “A More Perfect Union, Advancing New American Rights” and former Congressman, Jesse Jackson Jr solos in a riveting hour on The Negro, The Constitution, and the right to a public education of equal high-quality.

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