Welcome to the NAACP Akron Power and Community Podcast!
Hosted the NAACP Akron, this podcast dives deep into the pressing issues impacting our community. From education and equity to justice and policy, we’re having real conversations that spark action. Because we believe Knowledge is Power—and Organized Power makes change happen. Join us as we explore strategies, stories, and solutions to make Akron a more just, vibrant, and inclusive place to live, work, and play.
NAACP Akron Power & Community Podcast September 2026 | Season 03, Episode 08
September 2026 | Season 03, Episode 08 Protecting Our Legacy, Living Well & Building Community Power What does it take to protect our families, age well, and build a more accountable Akron? Co-hosts Dr. Lathardus Goggins II and Willie B welcome September’s special guest, G. Felicia Williams, Health Committee Chair, for a conversation connecting family legacy, community wellness, and organized action. Recapping the September 17 general membership meeting, the hosts explore estate planni...
3 Sept 2026
NAACP Akron Power and Community Podcast | August 2026 - Season 03 Episode 07
Season 03, Episode 07 — Back from the Break: Community, Convention & What’s Ahead The NAACP Akron Power & Community Podcast returns from its July break. Co-hosts Dr. Lathardus Goggins II and Willie B. (William E. Blake) reconnect to discuss current issues affecting the community, reflect on the 2026 NAACP National Convention, and recap highlights from the August NAACP Akron general meeting. The conversation also looks ahead to upcoming events and opportunities for community engagement...
27 Jun 2026
Episode 6 - June 2026
In Episode 6 of the NAACP Akron Unit’s Power and Community podcast, Dr. Goggins and Willie B. reflect on a powerful June filled with Juneteenth celebrations, community education, civic engagement, and renewed calls for organized action. The conversation highlights the importance of staying informed, protecting voting rights, supporting justice-centered organizations, and continuing the work with integrity, courage, and steadfastness. Resource & mentioned links: Previous housing/zoning epi...
30 May 2026
Episode 5 - May 2026 | NAACP Akron Power & Community Podcast
In this May 2026 episode of the NAACP Akron Power & Community Podcast, Dr. Lathardus Goggins II and Willie B reflect on the continuing struggle for civil rights, opening with a Black History Moment honoring Charles Hamilton Houston, the NAACP’s first general counsel and the legal strategist known as “The Man Who Killed Jim Crow.” His legacy frames a larger conversation about voting rights, judicial accountability, education equity, and the need for organized community power. The episode r...
24 Apr 2026
Episode 4 -April 2026 | NAACP Akron Power & Community Podcast
In this episode of Power & Community, Dr. Lathardus Goggins II and Willie B break down the key takeaways from the NAACP Akron April General Meeting—where community, policy, and purpose intersect. The discussion opens with with a discussion on Afrofuturism and a reminder of the importance of upcoming events like the Scholarship Luncheon and Freedom Fund Dinner. A significant portion of the meeting focused on youth mental health, particularly the rising rates of suicide among Black youth. T...
3 Apr 2026
Power & Community Podcast – Season 3, Episode 3 (March 2026)
In this episode of the NAACP Akron Power and Community Podcast, Dr. Lathardus Goggins II and Willie B are joined by community advocate Leah Holden for a timely discussion on housing, justice, and community action in Akron. The conversation examines how redlining, urban renewal, and outdated zoning policies continue to shape housing access, neighborhood development, and the future of the city. The episode also highlights current criminal justice concerns, including police surveillance technolo...
11 Mar 2026
Power & Community Podcast – Season 3, Episode 2 (March 2026)
In this episode of the Power & Community Podcast, cohosts Dr. Lathardus Goggins II and Willie B recap the February NAACP Akron Unit General Meeting and highlight ongoing community engagement across Akron. The conversation reflects on the centennial legacy of Carter G. Woodson and the evolution of Black History Month, emphasizing the power of organized community action. The episode also features a special conversation with Judi Hill, President of the NAACP Akron Unit, exploring how the NAA...
25 Jan 2026
Season 03 Episode 01 - January 2026 | Season 3 Premiere
NAACP Akron – Power & Community Podcast | Season 3 Premiere Season 3 opens with reflection, renewal, and recommitment. In this January premiere of the NAACP Akron Power & Community Podcast, hosts Dr. Lathardus Goggins II and William E. Blake reflect on recent community-centered work, including Akron’s Kwanzaa celebrations and the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Power, Love, and Justice Weekend. The episode also recaps the first NAACP Akron Unit General Meeting of the new year and highligh...
27 Dec 2025
Season 2 Episode 5 – Power & Community Podcast | December Recap & What’s Next
In this episode of the NAACP Akron Power & Community Podcast, cohosts Dr. Lathardus Goggins II and William E. Blake break down the key takeaways from December’s NAACP Akron Unit General Meeting—naming the work, the wins, and the responsibilities ahead. The conversation then turns forward, spotlighting what’s coming up in the community: Akron Area Kwanzaa Celebrations, with special focus on Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics)—sponsored by the NAACP Akron Unit—uplifting Black entrepreneurship an...
28 Nov 2025
Season 2 Episode 4 - November 2025 | NAACP Akron Power & Community Podcast
NEW EPISODE: “Power, Love, and Justice – November Reflections” We’re honoring legacy, breaking down the ballot, and celebrating collective power. Tune in for updates on the NAACP Akron’s November meeting, election recap, and a preview of the Ujamaa Kwanzaa Celebration and the Power, Love, and Justice Weekend. 🎧 Available now wherever you get your podcasts. #NAACPAkron #PowerCommunityPodcast #Kwanzaa #BlackLeadership #OrganizedPower NAACP Akron Power & Community Podcast is av...
24 Oct 2025
Season 02: Episode 03 – October 2025 | Go Vote!!
Season 2, Episode 3 (October 2025) In this episode of the Power and Community Podcast presented by the Akron NAACP, hosts Dr. Lathardus Goggins II and Willie B recap the October general meeting and dive deep into key community updates. The conversation honors Akron’s civil rights legacy with a “History Moment” spotlighting the trailblazing Helen Arnold, explores issues from education and environmental justice to local ballot initiatives, and stresses the importance of informed, organized comm...
25 Sept 2025
NAACP Akron Power and Community Podcast - Season 2 Episode 2
Summary of September 18 NAACP Akron general membership meeting and a discussion on qualified immunity.
28 Aug 2025
Season 02: Episode 01 – August 2025: Laying the Foundation
Welcome to the NAACP Akron Power and Community Podcast, where knowledge meets action, and our voices drive change. In this inaugural episode of the Second Season, co-hosts Dr. Lathardus Goggins II and Will E. B. (William E. Blake) introduce the purpose and vision behind the podcast—providing monthly updates from NAACP Akron Unit 3169 and diving deep into key topics affecting our community. This month features an empowering conversation with NAACP Akron President Judi Hill, who shares insights...
2 Jun 2025
Episode 6 - Criminal Justice | NAACP Akron Power & Community Podcast
Attorney Imokhai Okolo examines the intricacies of the criminal justice system, its disproportionate effects, and the pursuit of fairness, in this interview episode.
2 Jun 2025
Episode 5 - Environmental Justice | NAACP Akron Power & Community Podcast
Beth Vild discusses environmental racism's impact on Akron communities, highlighting pollution, green space disparities, and water safety, while emphasizing community organizing for environmental equity in this interview.
22 May 2025
Episode 3 - Economic Justice: Pathways to Sustainability | NAACP Akron Power & Community Podcast
In this episode of the NAACP Akron Power and Community Podcast, hosts Judi Hill and Dr. Lathardus Goggins II explore the pressing issue of economic justice and its impact on individuals, families, and communities in Akron. Our guest Terrence Shelton with Black Economic Wellness Coalition of Akron (BEWCA) discusses economic justice and creating fair and inclusive pathways to economic sustainability that uplift historically marginalized communities. We examine the roots of economic inequality,...
22 May 2025
Episode 4 - Education Equity | NAACP Akron Power & Community Podcast
Episode 4: Education Equity – Empowering Minds, Transforming Futures In this episode of the NAACP Akron Power and Community Podcast, hosts Judi Hill and Dr. Lathardus Goggins II delve into the critical issue of education equity—a cornerstone for achieving justice and opportunity in Akron and beyond. Our guest, Dr. Christina Collins, with Honesty for Ohio Education discusses national and state level trends that challenges ensuring that every student, regardless of zip code, race, or income, re...
8 May 2025
NAACP Akron Power and Community Podcast - Episode 2
🎙️ Welcome to the NAACP Akron Power and Community Podcast! Where, "Knowledge is Power—and Organized Power makes change happen." Episode 2 - Health Equity The NAACP puts forward Our 2025, a collection of policies aimed to benefit Black Americans and the entire nation. Our 2025 is focused on higher wages, investments in our schools and creating pathways to progress within our criminal justice system. Episode 2 hosted by Judi Hill, President of the NAACP Akron, and Dr. Lathar...
6 May 2025
NAACP Akron Power and Community Podcast - Episode 1
Welcome to the NAACP Akron Power and Community Podcast!Hosted by Judi Hill, President of the NAACP Akron, and Dr. Lathardus Goggins II, 2nd Vice President and Education Chair, this podcast dives deep into the pressing issues impacting our community. From education and equity to justice and policy, we’re having real conversations that spark action. Because we believe Knowledge is Power—and Organized Power makes change happen. Join us as we explore strategies, stories, and solutions to make Akr...
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