In this powerful episode, we reflect on the ten years since the Ferguson uprising with esteemed philosopher and activist Dr. Cornel West. He shares his thoughts on the enduring impact of Ferguson on the Black Lives Matter movement and the broader struggle for justice in America. Dr. West delves into the intersections of race, democracy, and the moral responsibility of citizens in confronting systemic racism. Tune in for a deep, thought-provoking conversation that examines how far we've come and how much further we need to go in the fight for equality and human dignity.

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Hosted by: Tory Russell

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In this powerful episode, we reflect on the ten years since the Ferguson uprising with esteemed philosopher and activist Dr. Cornel West. He shares his thoughts on the enduring impact of Ferguson on the Black Lives Matter movement and the broader struggle for justice in America. Dr. West delves into the intersections of race, democracy, and the moral responsibility of citizens in confronting systemic racism. Tune in for a deep, thought-provoking conversation that examines how far we've come and how much further we need to go in the fight for equality and human dignity.
New episodes every Tuesday. Check out the full video on @NewsOne at NewsOne.com/witness-to-history .
Hosted by: Tory Russell
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Presented by iOne Digital, "Witness to History" is an anthology podcast series that takes a profound dive into significant moments in Black history, dissecting and unraveling them for our audience in each season.

Presented by iOne Digital, "Witness to History" is an anthology podcast series that takes a profound dive into significant moments in Black history, dissecting and unraveling them for our audience in each season.

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Ferguson 10 | Dr. Cornel West

In this powerful episode of Witness to History, Travis Harris PhD sits down with our host Tory Russell as they both lived through these defining moments. They offer their raw reflections on how the killing of Michael Brown ignited a nationwide movement. Through their voices, we explore how Ferguson became both a symbol of pain and a call to action, and how the fight for racial equity has evolved over the last decade. This episode dives deep into the impact Ferguson had on policy, community organizing, and the ongoing fight for social justice.

In this powerful episode of Witness to History, Travis Harris PhD sits down with our host Tory Russell as they both lived through these defining moments. They offer their raw reflections on how the killing of Michael Brown ignited a nationwide movement. Through their voices, we explore how Ferguson became both a symbol of pain and a call to action, and how the fight for racial equity has evolved over the last decade. This episode dives deep into the impact Ferguson had on policy, community organizing, and the ongoing fight for social justice.

Ferguson 10 |  Travis Harris PhD sits down with Tory Russell

In this episode of Witness to History, Tory Russell sits down with rapper, thought leader, and activist Tef Poe to reflect on the 10th anniversary of the Ferguson uprising. Tef Poe shares his first-hand account of August 9, 2014, the day Mike Brown was killed, and how it sparked a movement that transformed his life and the community. The two discuss the raw emotions of those early days, the evolution of resistance, and how Ferguson laid the foundation for future movements. From personal stories of resilience to the politics of street organizing, this episode offers an in-depth look at what it means to stand on the front lines of change. Tune in for a candid conversation about Ferguson's legacy and the enduring fight for justice.

Check out the full video at NewsOne.com/witness-to-history

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In this episode of Witness to History, Tory Russell sits down with rapper, thought leader, and activist Tef Poe to reflect on the 10th anniversary of the Ferguson uprising. Tef Poe shares his first-hand account of August 9, 2014, the day Mike Brown was killed, and how it sparked a movement that transformed his life and the community. The two discuss the raw emotions of those early days, the evolution of resistance, and how Ferguson laid the foundation for future movements. From personal stories of resilience to the politics of street organizing, this episode offers an in-depth look at what it means to stand on the front lines of change. Tune in for a candid conversation about Ferguson's legacy and the enduring fight for justice.
Check out the full video at NewsOne.com/witness-to-history
Brought to you by NewsOne via Urban One Podcast Network

Ferguson 10 | Tef Poe

In this episode of Witness to History, host Tory Russell sits down with Reverend Dr. Osagyefo Sekou to reflect on the 10-year anniversary of the Ferguson uprising. A powerful voice in both activism and the pulpit, Reverend Sekou shares his insights on the global impact of Ferguson, his personal connection to the movement, and the role of working-class Black communities in shaping resistance. They discuss the importance of solidarity, love for the people, and the need for continued struggle against systemic oppression. Tune in for a deep, insightful conversation about organizing, resilience, and the future of Black liberation.

See the full video on NewsOne.com 

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In this episode of Witness to History, host Tory Russell sits down with Reverend Dr. Osagyefo Sekou to reflect on the 10-year anniversary of the Ferguson uprising. A powerful voice in both activism and the pulpit, Reverend Sekou shares his insights on the global impact of Ferguson, his personal connection to the movement, and the role of working-class Black communities in shaping resistance. They discuss the importance of solidarity, love for the people, and the need for continued struggle against systemic oppression. Tune in for a deep, insightful conversation about organizing, resilience, and the future of Black liberation.
See the full video on NewsOne.com 
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