
Episode 14: Wendell Pierce
On this episode of “What Makes America Tick?” I sat down with actor, activist, and generational talent Wendell Pierce to discuss the intersection of arts and activism, growing up in the historical black neighborhood of P

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On this episode of “What Makes America Tick?” I sat down with actor, activist, and generational talent Wendell Pierce to discuss the intersection of arts and activism, growing up in the historical black neighborhood of P

Election day in Louisiana was drastically altered by the devastating SCOTUS decision in Louisiana v. Callais. But the fight is far from over. I recently held a town hall with Mayor Helena Moreno, the Orleans legislative

On this episode of “What Makes America Tick?” I sat down with Alma C. Stewart Allen, President and Founder of Louisiana Health Equity. We discussed how we worked together to create Louisiana’s first-ever Office of Women’

Mental health challenges affect everyone, but communities of color often face stigma and limited access to care. On this episode of “What Makes America Tick?,” I sat down with Dan Gillison, CEO of NAMI, to discuss access

On our Black History Month episode of “What Makes America Tick?”, I sat down with Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries to talk about what’s at stake for our democracy.We discussed attacks on voting rights as we await a key

The American people are facing serious threats to our democracy – from skyrocketing health care costs, to violent actions by ICE, and efforts to undermine voting rights. On this episode of What Makes America Tick?, I sat

Episode 8 of What Makes America Tick? is a special edition. In September, I hosted a powerful panel, We Survived the Storm – Did We Survive the System?, with Rep. Jim Clyburn, Ltg. Russel Honore, and Norman Robinson. We

On episode 7 of “What Makes America Tick?” I sat down with my friend, SEIU President April Verrett. We discussed the power of labor unions in supporting workers, breaking cycles of generational poverty, and dismantling s

On Episode 6 of “What Makes America Tick?” I sat down with Dr. Maurice Sholas — a physician executive making a real impact in our community. We discussed the importance of NIH research funding, the dangers of cuts to Med

College football is back! While we’re cheering for our favorite teams, we also need to protect young athletes. On episode 5 of "What Makes America Tick?", I sat down with Yahoo Sports’ Ross Dellenger to talk about NIL, t

College football is back! While we’re cheering for our favorite teams, we also need to protect young athletes. On episode 5 of What Makes America Tick?, I sat down with Yahoo Sports’ Ross Dellenger to talk about NIL, the

Episode 4 of my podcast "What Makes America Tick?" features Senator Cory Booker who is literally breaking records in his nonstop fight for the American people. This episode may not be 25 hours long, but we cover a lot, f

Episode 4 of my podcast “What Makes America Tick?” features Senator Cory Booker who is literally breaking records in his nonstop fight for the American people. This episode may not be 25 hours long, but we cover a lot —

In Episode 3, we're coming straight from Essence Festival! I sat down with former New Orleans Mayor and current President & CEO of the National Urban League, Marc Morial! We talked legacy, advocacy, the impact of the "Bi

In this episode, I sat down with my dear friend and Chair of The Congressional Black Caucus, Congresswoman Yvette Clarke, to discuss maternal health, the so-called SAVE Act, cuts to Medicaid, A.I., how the CBC is fightin

I sat down with my dear friend and Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, Congresswoman Yvette Clarke, to discuss Maternal Health, the so-called SAVE Act, cuts to Medicaid, A.I., how the CBC is fighting back, and more.

Episode 2 of my podcast “What Makes America Tick?” — Hosted by Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr., comes out tomorrow! I sat down with my dear friend and Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, Congresswoman Yvette Clarke,

In this episode, Congressman Troy Carter sat down for a candid conversation with the top leadership of Essence Festival and Essence Magazine.

What makes Essence the cultural force it is today? I sat down for a candid, behind-the-scenes conversation with the top leadership of Essence Festival and Essence Magazine—the minds and hearts driving the movement. We ex
Helena Moreno
mayor of New Orleans
1 appearance on this show
Hakeem Jeffries
House Democratic Leader · D-NY
1 appearance on this show
Jim Clyburn
U.S. Representative · united states house of representatives
1 appearance on this show
Ross Dellenger
College Football Writer, Yahoo! Sports · Sports Illustrated
2 appearances on this show
Cory Booker
Sen. (D-NJ) · New Jersey
2 appearances on this show
Marc Morial
president and CEO · National Urban League
1 appearance on this show
Troy Carter
Congressman · Congressman Troy Carter (LA)
1 appearance on this show
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