Renowned Griot Baba Lumumba returns to our classroom, bringing his unique wisdom and powerful insights from his council of elders at Umoja House in WDC. Baba Lumumba never fails to challenge our thinking with compelling topics that matter—and this time, he’ll reveal striking parallels between Nazi Germany and today’s political climate. That’s not all,  Math Guru Akil Parker, whose engaging approach makes even complex subjects accessible, will join us. Plus, hear directly from Benton Harbor, Michigan’s courageous activist pastor, Ed Pickney, as he breaks down the real-world impact of the latest Supreme Court ruling on his community.

Renowned Griot Baba Lumumba returns to our classroom, bringing his unique wisdom and powerful insights from his council of elders at Umoja House in WDC. Baba Lumumba never fails to challenge our thinking with compelling topics that matter&mdash;and this time, he&rsquo;ll reveal striking parallels between Nazi Germany and today&rsquo;s political climate. That&rsquo;s not all, &nbsp;Math Guru Akil Parker, whose engaging approach makes even complex subjects accessible, will join us. Plus, hear directly from Benton Harbor, Michigan&rsquo;s courageous activist pastor, Ed Pickney, as he breaks down the real-world impact of the latest Supreme Court ruling on his community.

Ground-breaking, Peabody Award-winning broadcast news journalist Carl Nelson, has interviewed Presidents, Prime Ministers, Heads of State, politicians, authors, celebrities, civic leaders, and people from all walks of life over a four-decade career that has taken him from Nelson Mandela’s prison cell in South Africa to the Rodney King Riots in Los Angeles, to his present career as the host of Washington DC’s latest daily newsmaker radio program weekdays from 6-10 am on WOL 1450am, WOLB Talk 1010am, WOLBBaltimore.com and WOLDCNews.com

Ground-breaking, Peabody Award-winning broadcast news journalist Carl Nelson, has interviewed Presidents, Prime Ministers, Heads of State, politicians, authors, celebrities, civic leaders, and people from all walks of life over a four-decade career that has taken him from Nelson Mandela&rsquo;s prison cell in South Africa to the Rodney King Riots in Los Angeles, to his present career as the host of Washington DC&rsquo;s latest daily newsmaker radio program weekdays from 6-10 am on WOL 1450am, WOLB Talk 1010am, WOLBBaltimore.com and WOLDCNews.com

The Carl Nelson Show

Ground-breaking, Peabody Award-winning broadcast news journalist Carl Nelson, has interviewed Presidents, Prime Ministers, Heads of State, politicians, authors, celebrities, civic leaders, and people from all walks of life over a four-decade career that has taken him from Nelson Mandela’s prison cell in South Africa to the Rodney King Riots in Los Angeles, to his present career as the host of Washington DC’s latest daily newsmaker radio program weekdays from 4-7 pm on WOL 1450am and WOLDCNews.com

Ground-breaking, Peabody Award-winning broadcast news journalist Carl Nelson, has interviewed Presidents, Prime Ministers, Heads of State, politicians, authors, celebrities, civic leaders, and people from all walks of life over a four-decade career that has taken him from Nelson Mandela&rsquo;s prison cell in South Africa to the Rodney King Riots in Los Angeles, to his present career as the host of Washington DC&rsquo;s latest daily newsmaker radio program weekdays from 4-7 pm on WOL 1450am and WOLDCNews.com

Nazi Germany Parallels, Math Mastery & Voting Rights Impact: Baba Lumumba, Akil Parker, and Pastor Ed Pinkney

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Contra Costa College, Africana history primary researcher Manu Ampim returns to our classroom. Professor Ampim will open your eyes to the vital significance of Africa Day 2026, sharing insights on its rich history and profound meaning for African Americans. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear directly from a leading voice in Africana studies. We’re also welcoming back Political Blogger Brandon, who will deliver sharp, timely analysis of the conflict in Iran and its far-reaching economic impacts. Brandon will break down the Supreme Court’s recent Voting Rights Act decision and give you an exclusive look at the high-stakes summit between Trump and China’s Xi—revealing what these developments mean for you and your community.

Contra Costa College, Africana history primary researcher Manu Ampim returns to our classroom. Professor Ampim will open your eyes to the vital significance of Africa Day 2026, sharing insights on its rich history and profound meaning for African Americans. Don&rsquo;t miss this rare opportunity to hear directly from a leading voice in Africana studies. We&rsquo;re also welcoming back Political Blogger Brandon, who will deliver sharp, timely analysis of the conflict in Iran and its far-reaching economic impacts. Brandon will break down the Supreme Court&rsquo;s recent Voting Rights Act decision and give you an exclusive look at the high-stakes summit between Trump and China&rsquo;s Xi&mdash;revealing what these developments mean for you and your community.

Africa Day 2026 and Global Headlines: Manu Ampim and Brandon on History, Iran, Voting Rights, and U.S.-China Tensions

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Experience an unmissable Thursday morning as the renowned University of Houston Africana Professor, Dr. Gerald Horne, leads an urgent and eye-opening discussion that directly impacts our community and future. Dr. Horne will unpack the critical Supreme Court decision restricting the 1965 Voting Rights Act—a ruling that threatens the foundation of our democracy and the hard-won rights of millions. He will also shed light on the pressing international challenges facing the US—from tense relations with Iran, NATO, and South Africa, to the looming implications of Trump’s threat to take over Cuba. But the conversation doesn’t stop there. We are honored to welcome powerful Civil Rights leaders, the Revd. Canon Leonard Hamlin and the Revd. Dr. Paul Smith, who witnessed history firsthand at the White House when LBJ signed the 1965 Voting Rights Act. Their invaluable perspective on the Supreme Court’s decision will inspire and inform your activism. Sister Phile from the Million Woman March will also passionately update us on the urgent search for thousands of missing Black women and girls—a crisis demanding our collective voice and action. This is more than a show—it’s a call to action.

Experience an unmissable Thursday morning as the renowned University of Houston Africana Professor, Dr. Gerald Horne, leads an urgent and eye-opening discussion that directly impacts our community and future. Dr. Horne will unpack the critical Supreme Court decision restricting the 1965 Voting Rights Act&mdash;a ruling that threatens the foundation of our democracy and the hard-won rights of millions. He will also shed light on the pressing international challenges facing the US&mdash;from tense relations with Iran, NATO, and South Africa, to the looming implications of Trump&rsquo;s threat to take over Cuba. But the conversation doesn&rsquo;t stop there. We are honored to welcome powerful Civil Rights leaders, the Revd. Canon Leonard Hamlin and the Revd. Dr. Paul Smith, who witnessed history firsthand at the White House when LBJ signed the 1965 Voting Rights Act. Their invaluable perspective on the Supreme Court&rsquo;s decision will inspire and inform your activism. Sister Phile from the Million Woman March will also passionately update us on the urgent search for thousands of missing Black women and girls&mdash;a crisis demanding our collective voice and action. This is more than a show&mdash;it&rsquo;s a call to action.

Defending Democracy: Dr. Gerald Horne, Civil Rights Leaders, and Sister Phile on Voting Rights, Global Challenges, and Missing Black Women

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Don’t miss an extraordinary opportunity to engage with some of today’s most influential voices shaping our community’s future. Renowned economist Dr. Julianne Malveaux returns to our classroom, bringing her sharp insights to break down the economic consequences of the recent Supreme Court ruling restricting the 1965 Voting Rights Act. She’ll also address how the ongoing Iran crisis could affect our financial well-being.

Before Dr. Malveaux, the Faith Brothers will check in. Adding to this powerful lineup, San Francisco activist John Templeton will unveil exciting plans for a National Summer School program and give you the inside scoop on pivotal upcoming elections in Alabama, Georgia, and California—elections that will directly impact our lives and our ability to make lasting change. From Accra, Professor Obadele Kambon of the University of Ghana will provide an exclusive update on a citizenship petition that could open new doors for members of our diaspora.

Don&rsquo;t miss an extraordinary opportunity to engage with some of today&rsquo;s most influential voices shaping our community&rsquo;s future. Renowned economist Dr. Julianne Malveaux returns to our classroom, bringing her sharp insights to break down the economic consequences of the recent Supreme Court ruling restricting the 1965 Voting Rights Act. She&rsquo;ll also address how the ongoing Iran crisis could affect our financial well-being.
Before Dr. Malveaux, the Faith Brothers will check in. Adding to this powerful lineup, San Francisco activist John Templeton will unveil exciting plans for a National Summer School program and give you the inside scoop on pivotal upcoming elections in Alabama, Georgia, and California&mdash;elections that will directly impact our lives and our ability to make lasting change. From Accra, Professor Obadele Kambon of the University of Ghana will provide an exclusive update on a citizenship petition that could open new doors for members of our diaspora.

Shaping Our Future: Dr. Julianne Malveaux, John Templeton, and Prof. Obadele Kambon on Voting Rights, Economics, and Diaspora Opportunities

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Nazi Germany Parallels, Math Mastery & Voting Rights Impact: Baba Lumumba, Akil Parker, and Pastor Ed Pinkney

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