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Showdowns & The Show that Made Generations Better - Sesame Street's 56th Anniversary Pt. 2 Nov 11, 2025

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And the church said...Rev. Terri Hord Owens joins Jesse Jr to talk about a church/social justice perspective on the Senate deal that re-opens the government, but stands to be a betrayal if Republicans don't come back to the table. This deal comes on the heels of a steady stream of Democrats holding the line to fight the elimination of SNAP and health care prices that are set to soar, with a celebratory nod to the leadership of California on behalf of the nation. In a moment they couldn't refuse,Terri and Jesse reminisce on Sesame Street - a PBS staple celebrating 58 years.

Showdowns & The Show that Made Generations Better - Sesame Street's 56th Anniversary Pt.1 Nov 11, 2025

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What are millennials thinking? Our favorite millennial, Ernest Crim III joins Jesse Jr to talk about the Senate deal that re-opens the government, but stands to be a betrayal if Republicans don't come back to the table. This deal comes on the heels of a steady stream of Democrats holding the line to fight the elimination of SNAP and health care prices that are set to soar. In a light-hearted, yet sober view of "what makes America great," the conversation turns toward the impact of Sesame Street - PBS staple celebrating 58 years today.

The People Chose Mandami, the Man, Not the Mold. Nov 10, 2025

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Podcast and SiriusXM host, Dr. Wilmer Leon, joins Jesse Jr and Gina A.Towns, for a deep dive election recap, focusing on the New York race, light of the “Woody Guthrie” conversation in the fist hour, and what it means to see “we the people” clap back about the land we live in. With two new female governors, a new female mayor of a major city, a popular, young, Muslim as The Big City’s Mayor, and a tactically brilliant governor, winning the support of over 2million Californians on a single ballot item proposition, people across the country take pause for a breath of fresh air.

Woody Guthrie’s Unexpected Legacy Nov 10, 2025

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This land is your land. This land is my land. The line of this song has been a hot topic as our country goes through turmoil at every level, with the author, finding himself a tenant in a building owned by the President’s father, Fred Trump. The surprising legacy of an American folk song legend was at the center of the conversation on “Reflectivity” with Jesse Jr and Gina A.Towns. Guthrie’s transformation from child of a clan member to a civil rights activist, recounts an amazing journey, and confirms that when we are exposed to other people, their cultures, and faith, we can find common ground and cause a bend in the arc of justice - for all. This surprise legacy proves that our assumptions about one another may often prove false, and we miss out on the richness that America has to offer. Talking to one another is the call of the hour.

A View from The Netherlands Nov 10, 2025

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Wiert Wiertsema, a long time activist for economic and environmental justice, and international arms control, joins Jesse Jr on a an expanded two- hour exploration of how The Netherlands sees America, its internal struggles and triumphs, and how those issues are handled.

The Immediate Election Testing Nov 05, 2025

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Marketing executive, John Digles, joined Jesse Junior to discuss the stage as it is set for elections across the country, voter interest, or apathy and President Obama‘s re-emergence and campaign involvement.

Listening and Life with The OG Nov 05, 2025

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The original OG RICK, King of life and lessons joined Jesse Jr to talk about the generational bridge called listening. OG Rick shared observations about older people, wanting to talk too much, and not listening to younger people. Recalling his days as a youth, he also offered the aspiration of creating our own.

The Reverend Who Raised the Bar and Open the Gates Nov 04, 2025

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Rev. Teresa Hord Owens joins Jesse Jr on her weekly series, “The Faith Not to Fall” and today, she paid homage to the raw courage of Rev. Jesse Jackson who opened the door for her to believe that she indeed, was somebody.

42 Years Ago on This Day Nov 04, 2025

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CNN legal analyst, attorney, Joey Jackson joins Jesse Jr and Ernest Crim III to reflect on the anniversary of Rev Jesse Jackson‘s historic announcement to run for president in 1983.

The Spirit of the Matter: Spirit vs. Matter Nov 04, 2025

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A double dose of time to harness the spirit of empire and the spirit of the individuals who abide. In a heavily loaded dialogue, Jesse Jr takes time with Gina A. Towns, and Bishop Joseph Tolton to walk down a “what we say” and “what we do” and to “who” conversation, full of historical, spiritual and political perspective - feeding the hungry, thirsty, and those looking for peace - definitely fat meat, definitely reflective from folklore, to books to our bathroom mirror.

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