Episode #8
Leading Under Threat: Mayor Paul Young’s Story
Apr 30, 202614 minS3
<p>The mayor of Memphis, TN, Paul Young, discusses recent events that have threatened his family's security and the impact it's had on him. </p>
government
Our Mayors Breaking it Down
Hosted by African American Mayors Association · government · EN-US
About this Podcast:
AAMA CEO Phyllis Dickerson hosts “Our Mayors Breaking it Down,” a podcast designed to share evidence-based insights and perspectives around AAMA’s policy pillars. New episodes will include mayors of large, medium, and rural cities who will discuss pathways to solutions for some of our most pressing problems.
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What is Our Mayors Breaking it Down about?
AAMA CEO Phyllis Dickerson hosts “Our Mayors Breaking it Down,” a podcast designed to share evidence-based insights and perspectives around AAMA’s policy pillars. New episodes will include mayors of large, medium, and rural cities who will discuss pathways to solutions for some of our most pressing problems.
Who hosts Our Mayors Breaking it Down?
Our Mayors Breaking it Down is hosted by African American Mayors Association. The show has published 28 episodes to date.
What has Our Mayors Breaking it Down covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Leading Under Threat: Mayor Paul Young’s Story" (30 April 2026, 14 minutes), "Representation and Responsibility through Transparency" (23 April 2026, 11 minutes), and "Managing the Crises" (16 April 2026, 19 minutes).
How often does Our Mayors Breaking it Down publish?
Our Mayors Breaking it Down publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 22 minutes across 28 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Our Mayors Breaking it Down?
Booking probability for Our Mayors Breaking it Down is 39%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Our Mayors Breaking it Down requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Our Mayors Breaking it Down's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Our Mayors Breaking it Down?
The strongest fits for Our Mayors Breaking it Down are Government & Politics. Our Mayors Breaking it Down has a government audience.
About the host
African American Mayors Association hosts Our Mayors Breaking it Down, a government podcast with 28 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Episode #7
Representation and Responsibility through Transparency
Apr 23, 202611 minS3<p>Mayor Karen Bass of Los Angeles joins AAMA CEO, Phyllis Dickerson, and Victoria Thompson in a discussion about listening to diverse voices in her community, maintaining transparent communication, and upholding...
Episode #6
Managing the Crises
Apr 16, 202619 minS3<p>Mayor Brandon Johnson of Chicago joins the podcast to share his approach to crisis management, facing adversity, and remaining focused on what matters most.</p>
Episode #5
Empowering Youth and the Next Generation of Civic Leaders
Apr 2, 202619 minS3<p>Mayor Muriel Bowser of Washington, DC, AAMA CEO Phyllis Dickerson, and Victoria Thompson discuss creating resources that encourage youth development and how she’s working to prepare the next generation of civic...
Episode #4
Repairing the Past, Building Tulsa’s Future
Mar 26, 202623 minS3<p>Mayor Monroe Nichols of Tulsa, Oklahoma joins AAMA CEO Phyllis Dickerson and Victoria Thompson to reflect on the legacy of the Tulsa Race Massacre and discuss the city’s ongoing efforts to repair historic harm...
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Episode #3
City of Progress, Plans of Purpose
Mar 19, 202624 minS3<p>Mayor Vivian Flowers of Pine Bluff, AR discusses the rich history of Pine Bluff, plans for community development, and navigating a her first term as mayor. </p>
Episode #2
Combating Burnout through Family Values and Authentic Influence
Mar 12, 202618 minS3<p>AAMA CEO Phyllis Dickerson, and Victoria Thompson talk with Mayor Randall Woodfin of Birmingham, AL, about his family values, facing adversity and exhaustion, and guiding his community through genuine intentions.</p>
Episode #1
Black Leadership in Local Communities
Mar 5, 202612 minS3<p>Mayor Leonardo Williams of Durham, NC, joins AAMA CEO Phyllis Dickerson and Victoria Thompson to discuss the importance of representation and his <br/>approach to leadership. </p>
Episode #8
What Is the National Forum for Black Public Administrators and Why Is the Organization Important?
Oct 2, 202423 minS2<p>AAMA CEO Phyllis Dickerson and Savannah, GA Mayor Van Johnson discuss the impact and importance of the National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA) with Marcia Conner, Executive Director of NFBPA.</p>
Episode #7
Healthy Bodies Lead to Healthy Communities
Sep 25, 202415 minS2<p>AAMA CEO Phyllis Dickerson and Savannah, GA Mayor Van Johnson welcome Chief Medical Officer of Georgia at VillageMD, Dr. Clyde Watkins, Jr., to discuss the importance of value-based care in our communities. </p>
Episode #6
What Is Affordable Housing?
Sep 18, 202413 minS2<p>Co-hosts AAMA CEO Phyllis Dickerson and Savannah, GA Mayor Van Johnson welcome Tempe, AZ Mayor Corey Woods to discuss affordable housing and other initiatives. </p>
Episode #5
Let's Get to Know Mayor Van Johnson
Sep 11, 202427 minS2<p>AAMA CEO Phyllis Dickerson engages in an up-close and personal one-on-one interview with Savannah, GA Mayor Van Johnson.</p>
Episode #4
Affordable or Attainable?
Sep 4, 202421 minS2<p>Milton Pratt with the Michaels Organization joins AAMA CEO Phyllis Dickerson and Mayor Van Johnson of Savannah, GA, to discuss strategies to provide expanded housing access.</p>
Episode #3
How did she do it?
Aug 28, 202422 minS2<p>Join AAMA CEO Phyllis Dickerson and Savannah, GA Mayor Van Johnson, as they delve deep with St. Louis, MO Mayor Tishaura Jones to explore best practices and efforts to reduce crime.</p>
Episode #2
What Happened and Where Do We Go from Here?
Aug 21, 202430 minS2<p>Baltimore, MD Mayor Brandon Scott sits down with AAMA CEO Phyllis Dickerson and Savannah, GA Mayor Van Johnson to discuss the Key Bridge collapse along with the aftermath. They also discuss the importance of...
Episode #1
Where are we going from here?
Aug 14, 202427 minS2<p>AAMA CEO Phyllis Dickerson and Savannah, GA Mayor Van Johnson discuss AAMA's focuses and priorities with AAMA President and Montgomery, AL Mayor Steven Reed. </p>
Episode #12
Economic Development and Black Wealth
Jun 11, 202328 minS1<p>Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb breaks down what Black wealth and economic development encompass from his perspective and why freedom to live a life of dignity and respect is central to both. </p>
Episode #11
Building Black Wealth
Jun 4, 202321 minS1<p>Immediate Past President of AAMA, Mayor Frank Scott, Jr. joins the Our Mayors Breaking it Down Podcast to discuss how Black mayors are creating new pathways to prosperity for their residents. </p>
Episode #10
Let's Get to Know Mayor Hart of Waterloo
May 28, 202329 minS1<p>Mayor Quentin Hart shares insight about the Iowa city and the work he's doing to move his city forward. </p>
Episode #9
Climate Change: The Effect on Black Cities
May 21, 202337 minS1<p>New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell discusses how New Orleans is working to innovate solutions to protect residents during major weather events. </p>
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Paul Young
former Vice President of Product Management, BC Women’s Centre for Pelvic Pain & Endometriosis
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Victoria Thompson
Equity & AI in Education Advocate, American Corporate Partners
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Karen Bass
LA Mayoral Candidate, City of Los Angeles
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Brandon Johnson
Maryland State Director of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Engineering Industries eXcellence
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