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A celebration can tell you everything about a leader’s life’s work. When Dr. Moses Newsome Jr. returned to Norfolk State University for the 30th anniversary of its social work PhD—the school’s first doctoral program—he saw former students running departments, teaching his own daughter, and carrying forward a mission built on access, excellence, empowerment, and legacy. We dive into how those outcomes were forged: a childhood in Charleston, WV where compassion wasn’t preached, it was practiced; a track scholarship to Toledo that opened the first door; and mentors who steered raw purpose toward social work and higher education.

From the Howard classroom to the dean’s office, Dr. Newsome describes the moment he realized teaching 20 students at a time wasn’t enough. He began writing to scale his message, then pursued leadership to build structures where service could multiply. That vision drove a decade-long effort to launch Norfolk State’s PhD program, navigating state approvals and institutional change to lift a master’s-level university into doctoral territory. The story doesn’t stop there—he went on to shape national standards with the Council on Social Work Education, embedding inclusive curricula, international perspectives, and community engagement across HBCUs and PWIs alike.

We also unpack what makes HBCUs uniquely powerful: real nurture, practical support, and faculty who refuse to let students fall through the cracks. For early-career academics, Dr. Newsome offers hard-won advice—pick your lane (micro, or macro), find mentors aligned with your mission, and build a body of work that opens doors for others. His definition of legacy is both personal and systemic: not just who follows you, but what practices they carry forward. Listen for a masterclass in servant leadership, institutional change, and the kind of commitment that turns a career into a lineage. If this resonated, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway so more listeners can find the show.

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Coach Tim Brown sits down with business leader and PR powerhouse Gayle Saunders to explore how faith, family, and fierce preparation shaped her journey from a small Kentucky town to a thriving communications career. Gail shares powerful lessons on resilience, representation, and building a legacy that lifts others. Her message is clear: believe in yourself, stay prepared, and keep going—your legacy starts now.

Gayle shares the quiet reality of breaking barriers as the first Black female news videographer in Columbus. Confidence came from preparation. Responsibility came from representation—capturing hard news while insisting on dignity for Black and brown communities. That mindset later powered a leap into entrepreneurship. In 2014 she founded Saunders PR Group with a clear mission to elevate voices, build wealth, and open doors for creatives who rarely get a seat at the table. The hard-earned lesson: protect your business while you serve others—clear scopes, fair pricing, and boundaries are acts of stewardship.

Her message is clear: believe in yourself, stay prepared, and keep going—your legacy starts with you do next. If this resonates, tap follow, share this episode with a friend who’s ready to lead, and leave a review so others can find the show.

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OSU football alum Maurice Hall shares how he rebuilt his identity after football, trusting God and hard work to guide him into filmmaking. Along with co-writer/director Tony L. Patterson, he breaks down the real moment that inspired Worst Christmas Ever and the values that shaped it.

The cast opens up about love after divorce, co-parenting, and the chaos of blended families during the holidays—all rooted in honesty, faith, and grace. With takeaways on perseverance, purpose, and choosing the right circle, this episode is a reminder that even messy moments can lead to meaning.

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