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“Journalism is the first rough draft of history,” Philip L. Graham once said. Graham was the legendary president and publisher of the Washington Post, and believed that strong news media bolsters our democracy. What if, however, journalism’s first draft was flawed? What happens when journalists get things wrong? What happens when bias seeps into news coverage? What should journalism owe the people when it falls short? This podcast proposes a way forward: The Second Draft Project. The Second ...
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Hosted by former NFL linebacker and bestselling author Sam Acho, the Athletes for Justice Podcast tells stories of justice and hope in a broken world.
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As an outspoken Black man, Muslim faith minister, and human rights activist during the height of legalized segregation in the United States, it’s unsurprising that Malcolm X’s beliefs ruffled many feathers. His advocacy for Black empowerment and community strengthening led to a broader movement and an enlightening period for many Americans, and his…
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The Marathon Continues: Malcolm X’s Enduring Influence on Nipsey Hussle
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In March 2019, widely beloved rapper and community activist Nipsey Hussle was gunned down in the parking lot of his store, The Marathon Clothing in South Central Los Angeles. In this episode of the Second Draft Project, Shaniek Brown and Maya Broomfield explore Nipsey’s enduring influence in his community and take a look at how it intersects with M…
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Nearly 60 years after Malcolm X was shot and killed while speaking at the Audubon Ballroom in New York City, there are still more questions than answers about the circumstances of the civil rights leader’s death, which has been the subject of controversy, conspiracy theories, and well-founded skepticism alike. In this episode, we explore some of th…
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Malcolm X: The Man, The Myth, and His Movement
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Widely celebrated as a vocal advocate for Black empowerment during the Civil Rights Movement, Malcolm X was also viewed as a controversial figure accused of preaching racism and violence. In this episode of the Second Draft Project, John Quincy Broadway and Sangmin Kim revisit the legacy of Malcolm X: the man, the myth, and his movement. Who was he…
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Everyone dreams about who they want to be when they grow up. As we grow up, however, these desires are increasingly influenced by the realities of life. This is especially true for the children of famous civil rights leaders like Dr. Ilyasah Shabazz, daughter of Malcolm X. In this episode, Dr. Shabazz speaks with the Second Draft Project about her …
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Former president and publisher of the Washington Post, Philip L. Graham, once described journalism as the first draft of history. For the most marginalized members of our society, however, history has shown that this first draft is at best incomplete. At worst, it’s inaccurate, and sometimes, it can even be harmful. Enter the Second Draft Project: …
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Welcome to Episode 28 - Today Sam talks to Jason Romano. Jason is a podcast host and the Director of Media for Sports Spectrum. He spent 17 years producing content at ESPN in Bristol, CT and has written two books, "The Uniform of Leadership" and "Live to Forgive." ------------------------------------- Follow us on Instagram: @AthletesforJustice Fol…
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Welcome to Episode 27 - Today Sam talks to Steve Carter. Steve is a pastor, speaker, author, podcast host, and the former lead teaching pastor of Willow Creek Community Church in Chicago. His new book "The Thing Beneath the Thing" releases August 10, 2021 ------------------------------------- Follow us on Instagram: @AthletesforJustice Follow Sam o…
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Welcome to Episode 26 - Today Sam talks with Josh Dotzler, who is a Spiritual Leader, Justice Advocation, Communicator and the CEO of Abide, a nonprofit mission focused on revitalizing the inner city of Omaha, Nebraska. ------------------------------------- Follow us on Instagram: @AthletesforJustice Follow Sam on Instagram: @TheSamAcho Order Sam A…
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Welcome to Episode 25 - Today Sam talks with Dr. Allissa V. Richardson. She is an Assistant Professor of Journalism at the University of Southern California’s Annenberg School. She researches how African Americans use mobile and social media to produce innovative forms of journalism — especially in times of crisis. Dr. Richardson is the author of B…
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Welcome to Episode 24 -Today Sam shares from the heart about his new role and the importance of letting the world see who you really are. ------------------------------------- Follow us on Instagram: @AthletesforJustice Follow Sam on Instagram: @TheSamAcho Order Sam Acho's book 'Let the World See You' here.…
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Welcome to Episode 23 -Today Sam shares his heart for how Athletes for Justice was born. ------------------------------------- Follow us on Instagram: @AthletesforJustice Follow Sam on Instagram: @TheSamAcho Order Sam Acho's book 'Let the World See You' here.
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Welcome to Episode 22 -Dr. Sonny Acho is the Senior Pastor of Living Hope Bible Fellowship Church, a multicultural ministry located in North Dallas. He is also the founder and president of Living Hope Christian Ministries. A highly respect mental health professional, Dr. Acho also maintains a private practice in Dallas, where he ministers to a broa…
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Welcome to Episode 21 -Latasha Morrison is a New York Times Bestselling author of the book "Be the Bridge." Tasha has spoken across the country at events that include: IF Gathering, Justice Conference, Youth Specialties, Catalyst, Orange Conference, MOPS International and many others. In 2016 she founded Be the Bridge to inspire and equip ambassado…
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Welcome to Episode 20 -Born in Chicago and raised on the South Side, Jennifer Maddox is the founder of Future Ties, a not-for-profit organization that provides a safe place where youth can come and experience love, support, and protection. A single mother of two African American males, and a new grandmother to a beautiful grandson, Jennifer holds m…
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Welcome to Episode 19 -Tedashii is a musician, artist and creative featured on Reach Records and a member of hip hop collective 116 Clique. ------------------------------------- Follow us on Instagram: @AthletesforJustice Follow Sam on Instagram: @TheSamAcho Follow Tedashii on Instagram: @Tedashii Order Sam Acho's book 'Let the World See You' here.…
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Welcome to Episode 18 -Ashlee Eiland serves as the formation and preaching pastor at Mars Hill Bible Church. She shares God's message of redemption and reconciliation at conferences, colleges, and events around the country. Ashlee earned a BA in international relations from the University of Southern California and completed her master's in organiz…
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Welcome to Episode 17 -Jon Klinepeter is the CEO of Forest Bradshaw Inc and the founder of Better Good Group. He is guided by the foundational truth that every person has inherent worth and longs to contribute to the compelling cause of an organization. During his 22-year career, Jon has been able to learn from and bring new insights to both for-pr…
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Welcome to Episode 16 -Chris Singleton is an author and speaker. On June 17, 2015, nine people were murdered in a race motivated mass shooting at Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, South Carolina. Chris' mother Sharonda Coleman Singleton was one of those people who were killed. You can learn more about how Chris is honoring his mother's memory at Ch…
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Welcome to Episode 15 -Albert Tate is the founding pastor of Fellowship Church—one of the fastest-growing multiethnic churches in the United States. He began in ministry pastoring just a few families at Sweet Home Church in Mississippi before serving the historic Lake Avenue Church in Pasadena, California. Hearing the call from God to plant a churc…
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Welcome to Episode 14 -Simone Charley is a professional soccer player with the Portland Thorns FC of the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL), and Canberra United in the Australian W-League. ------------------------------------- Follow us on Instagram: @AthletesforJustice Order Sam Acho's book "Let the World See You" here.…
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Welcome to Episode 13 -Mallory Weggemann is a record-setting, two-time Paralympic swimmer for Team USA. She joins Sam today to share her incredible story. ------------------------------------- Follow us on Instagram: @AthletesforJustice Order Sam Acho's book "Let the World See You" here. Order Mallory's book "Limitless" here.…
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Welcome to Episode 12 -Professional Photographer Cindy Crofford is our guest today. She and Sam met just a few weeks ago on Instagram and Sam felt compelled to ask her to share her powerful story of hope and justice on the podcast today. ------------------------------------- Follow us on Instagram: @AthletesforJustice Order Sam Acho's book "Let the…
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Welcome to Episode 11 -Geremy Davis and De'Vante Bausby are professional football players who join Sam today to talk about justice, love and hope. ------------------------------------- Follow us on Instagram: @AthletesforJustice Order Sam Acho's book "Let the World See You" here.
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Welcome to Episode 10 -Former NFL running back Justin Forsett joins Sam today to talk about leadership, entrepreneurship, justice, love and hope. ------------------------------------- Follow us on Instagram: @AthletesforJustice Order Sam Acho's book "Let the World See You" here.
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BONUS EPISODE -Sam talks with Richard Lee, Global Officer of Public Engagement for International Justice Mission and the Director of Advancement at the Asian American Christian Collaborative. ------------------------------------- Follow us on Instagram: @AthletesforJustice Order Sam Acho's book "Let the World See You" here. Listen to Richard's podc…
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Welcome to Episode 9 -Keith Morse spent the last 27 years of his life in prison, seven of those years in solitary confinement. He was released in December of 2020 and talks with Sam today about justice, reform, faith and second chances. ------------------------------------- Follow us on Instagram: @AthletesforJustice Order Sam Acho's book "Let the …
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Welcome to Episode 8 -Professional volleyball player and recording artist Juliann Johnson joins Sam today to talk about justice, love and hope. ------------------------------------- Follow us on Instagram: @AthletesforJustice Order Sam Acho's book "Let the World See You" here.
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Welcome to Episode 7 -Annie F. Downs is a New York Times Bestselling Author and host of the "That Sounds Fun Podcast." -Ben Higgins is a former contestant on "The Bachelor" and recently released his first book. ------------------------------------- Follow us on Instagram: @AthletesforJustice Order Sam Acho's book "Let the World See You" here. Order…
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Welcome to Episode 6 -Adam Thomason is a three time award winning filmmaker and Co-founder of 3Strandfilms. Adam is an adjunct professor at Kilns College where he teaches on the History of Human rights and justice, De-colonizing your faith, filmmaking and more. He has spoken in over 15 countries including Sudan, Kenya, South Africa, China, Greece, …
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Welcome to Episode 5 -Donnita Travis is Founder and Executive Director of By The Hand Club For Kids -Azariah Baker is a high school sophomore who helped start a food mart on the West Side of Chicago in the summer of 2020. ------------------------------------- Follow us on Instagram: @AthletesforJustice Order Sam Acho's book "Let the World See You" …
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Welcome to Episode 4 -Dr. Derwin Gray is the founding and lead pastor of Transformation Church near Charlotte, NC. He was a standout football player at BYU and was selected in the 4th round of the 1993 NFL Draft by the Indianapolis Colts. He has written multiple books including his latest "The Good Life: What Jesus Teaches about Finding True Happin…
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Welcome to Episode 3 -Trey Burton is a Super Bowl champion and NFL tight end, most recently with the Indianapolis Colts. -Steve Carter is a pastor, author and speaker ------------------------------------ Follow us on Instagram: @AthletesforJustice Order Sam Acho's book "Let the World See You" here.
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Welcome to Episode 2 - Diamond DeShields is a WNBA player with the Chicago Sky - Jason Heyward is an outfielder with the Chicago Cubs ----------------------------- Follow us on Instagram: @AthletesforJustice Order Sam Acho's book "Let the World See You" here.
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Welcome to the debut episode of our podcast. -Andy Mineo is a New York City-based rap and hip-hop artist. -Emmanuel Acho is a former NFL linebacker, FOX Sports Analyst and New York Times Bestselling Author ------------------------------ Resources mentioned in the podcast: Sam Acho's book "Let the World See You." Emmanuel's book "Uncomfortable Conve…
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Hosted by former NFL linebacker and best-selling author Sam Acho, the Athletes for Justice Podcast tells stories of justice and hope in a broken world. We're launching on Friday January 29, 2021.
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