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The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show

Jesse Jackson Jr., who served 17 years in the U.S. Congress, gives you his unflinching analysis with input from trusted contributors, news makers, and everyday people impacted by the headlines.

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37:25

The Integrity of ‘The Office,’ Our Civility, and Our...

The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show ·

2025/06/03

Former Trump Attorney, multi-platformed podcast host, and regular contributor on The Jesse Jackson Jr Show, Michael Cohen Esq. joins Jesse Jr to discuss the op-ed that they wrote with a cardiologist, a Rabbi, and a radio personality - all of whom sought the same pardon that The Biden Family received. The OpEd will publish on Monday in “The Hill,” in light of the recent revelations concerning the mental acuity of President Joe Biden. The Conclusion: Presidential pardons have historically been a

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39:08

In the News on “Wealthy Wednesdays” with Rev. Dr....

The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show ·

2025/05/29

Today’s news cycle dictated everything from Democratic proposals of a “shadow” Cabinet in the White House to the gutsy, raw commencement speech at Wake Forest University, delivered by CBS’ “60 Minutes” Anchor, Scott Pelley to the on-air breaking news of the Trump commutation of Chicago gang boss, Larry Hoover’s six consecutive “life” sentences. At every twist and turn, Jesse and Todd break it down, building on the facts…delivering the wisdom we need to gain with one foot in the courtroom and the

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40:53

Action Is Needed! Liz King Shares What to Do!

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2025/05/28

The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights Senior Director of the Education Equity Program, Liz King joins Jesse Jr for a read on President Trump’s Executive Order: https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/04/restoring-equality-of-opportunity-and-meritocracy/

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38:34

I Heard What the Doctors Said, But Can’t Help What I...

The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show ·

2025/05/23

Jonathan Allen, veteran political journalist, long time friend, and author of the New York Times Best Seller, “FIGHT,” joins Jesse Jr for Part 2 of their discussion on what happened in the White House, why it happened, and what Joe and Joanie Public need to know about President Biden’s newest health revelations on the backdrop of our nation’s current local and international events.

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41:34

The Medical Perspective: When Dementia Meets Cancer...

The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show ·

2025/05/22

Radiation Oncologist Leslie Holmes, MD and Cancer Researcher, Kevin Mott join The Jesse Jackson Jr Show in light of the news concerning President Biden’s new health revelation. While there are political perspectives, the medical experts shed light you wouldn’t expect!

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37:49

Elected By The People for The People?

The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show ·

2025/05/20

What and Who Knew about Joe Biden’s Health? The Cost of Secrets. Political Consultant Algernon Penn joins The Jesse Jackson Jr Show to break down the additional revelations about President Biden’s health and the costly decisions to keep the most incredible secrets. With empathy for Joe, the American people still deserve answers.

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36:40

Nothing But Facts with Johnny Mack

The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show ·

2025/05/16

In this episode, Jesse dives into Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s evolving vision for building a "World House" — one rooted in dignity, liberty, and community. What would Dr. King say if he were here today? Join the conversation as Jesse explores the legacy, the challenges, and the path forward.

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39:07

Wealthy Wednesdays: Borders, Brotherhood & Building a...

The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show ·

2025/05/15

Jesse and Todd discuss the issues surrounding air traffic control from Todd’s evaluation, and perspective, as a former air traffic controller and the son of two air traffic controllers…both his mom and dad. With a pivot to the latest airport arrivals of our new neighbors - the Afrikaners with a quick route to US citizenship - in contrast to the issue of due process in deportation, the wealthiest wisdom for the day remains our call to “love your neighbor.”

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44:11

The Jesse Jackson Jr Show welcomes US Dept of Ed &...

The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show ·

2025/04/16

President's Senior Advisor, and Laney Professor in Moral Leadership.

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41:28

The Jesse Jackson Jr Show welcomes Dr. William Barber

The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show ·

2025/04/16

The Poor People's Campaign & Repairers of the Breach

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41:05

Jesse Talks Education

The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show ·

2025/03/12

On the heels of national news reporting the dismantling of the Department of Education, historian, scholar, author of “A More Perfect Union, Advancing New American Rights” and former Congressman, Jesse Jackson Jr solos in a riveting hour on The Negro, The Constitution, and the right to a public education of equal high-quality.

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39:58

Jaguar Wright “What We Didn’t Know”

The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show ·

2025/03/12

Jesse Jr chops it up and serves a conversation with Jaguar Wright that hits every part of your pallet. Beyond her musical contributions, Wright is a vocal advocate for ethical practices within the entertainment industry. She is in the process of launching a non-profit organization, Cruelty-Free Artistry, dedicated to seeking justice for victims of sex crimes and human trafficking and promoting integrity and respect in creative fields. Recipient of the Defender of Freedom award from America's Future

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39:47

Jesse Jackson Jr is joined with Atiba

The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show ·

2025/03/06

Joining "The Jesse Jackson Jr Show" to discuss the expectation for the first Joint Congressional Address, Atiba and Jesse Jr. engage in a realistic exchange based on their combined political experience on the state and national level. Atiba is a former Deputy Executive Director for the National Black Caucus of State Legislators (NBCSL). He is a strategic alliance consultant and President of Party Politics US. He’s worked as a TV political contributor for BNC News, The Heat, In the Know with Moe, The

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39:51

My Mama - The First Woman I Celebrate

The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show ·

2025/03/05

Dr. Jacqueline Jackson joins her son, Jesse Jr. in a heartfelt, instructive and constructive conversation that recalls the unified history of the Civil Rights Movement to her observations and suggestions for a new generation needing to defend their civil and human rights through uncharted territory. Her confessions on meeting her iconic husband, Rev. Jesse Jackson, her advice on marriage and her sage wisdom for the ages will have you "sharing" the show and buzzing with your friends. Nothing was

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37:34

Friday Winddown

The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show ·

2025/02/25

Radio personality and political activist, Attorney Warren Ballentine, joins Jesse Jackson Jr. to relax and reflect on the news of the day. Chief among topics: President Trump appoints a “Pardon Czar” who understands the system because she’s lived it.

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40:43

The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show proudly welcomes Vic Carter.

The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show ·

2025/02/20

Black History. Black Excellence. Black Perspective. At just 23, he earned the prestigious George Foster Peabody Award, one of the highest honors in broadcasting. Over the years, he has received nearly a dozen Emmy nominations from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. In recognition of his outstanding contributions, the School of Journalism at The University of Georgia named him Journalist of the Year, and he was inducted into the National Association of Black Journalists Hall of

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40:25

Guests - Marc E. Williams and Heather Hayes

The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show ·

2025/02/19

Celebrating the history of black music, Jesse Jackson Jr. welcomes multi-award winning, re-mixer songwriter and filmmaker, Marc E. Williams, and Heather Hayes, a musician in her own right and daughter of music legend Isaac Hayes, who helped lay the groundwork for the post civil rights era of black music that has served as the soundtrack of our lives.

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40:41

Jesse Jackson Jr welcomes Liz King

The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show ·

2025/02/18

Senior Program Director, for the Education Equity Program at The Leadership Conference on Civil Rights to discuss the scathing four page letter, released by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights (OCR) which put colleges on notice: Immediately halt all race-conscious policies and programming or risk losing federal funding. The Official Letter cited, among many things, “discrimination against White and Asian Americans” as a basis to end all civil rights-gained programs, funding,

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38:19

Valentine’s Day with Jesse Jackson Jr.

The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show ·

2025/02/15

Rightfully, “love day” — Valentine’s Day —falls smack dab in the middle of Black History month. Where color dictates the buds of love, we choose a better way - the peace of a river or the flight of a dove. On this Valentine’s Day, Jesse Jackson Jr. spends time tilling the soil of our historical garden, rooting us in a protected path. Strolling through this colorful space, he plants many seeds - a box full of chocolates - for our reflective embrace. With a misty rain caught in his eye, he waters our

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42:05

GUEST IS CIVIL LEADER AND ATTORNEY BARBARA R. ARNWINE

The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show ·

2025/02/14

Barbara R. Arnwine, Esq., President and Founder of the Transformative Justice Coalition joins Jesse in an analysis of Trump ally, Elon Musk’s increasingly prominent role as spokesperson, and global health and ethnic change agent on the world stage. Armed with his role as a “government efficiency expert” for our national agencies, he is clearly focusing on a personal and a broader, race-based agenda to disarm and disempower Black and indigenous peoples around the globe. This is an ongoing issue that

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