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  • Abby Phillip, host of NewsNight with Abby Phillip & author of A Dream Deferred
    2025/11/04
    Abby Phillip anchors NewsNight with Abby Phillip, airing weeknights at 10 p.m. ET on CNN. Abby deftly moderates one of the most dynamic and exciting conversation shows on television. Each night, Abby brings together a diverse group of perspective to debate the day's biggest stories, driven by honesty, the facts, and the pursuit of common understanding. With her award-winning background in dogged Washington reporting, Abby brings unique context to the complexity of current affairs. Abby keeps the powerful honest in hard-hitting interviews and hosts interesting conversations with a variety of perspectives. Abby joined CNN in 2017 and has served in many roles, including as a White House Correspondent, Senior Political Correspondent and Anchor of Inside Politics Sunday. In January 2020, she moderated CNN's Democratic Presidential Debate in Iowa. She also anchored special coverage of Election Night in America surrounding the 2020 election. Abby has been an essential player in CNN's Special Coverage of a range of political events, including election nights, State of the Union Addresses and the January 6th Committee hearings. Abby joined CNN from The Washington Post, she previously worked at ABC News and Politico. Throughout her career she has covered multiple presidents, campaign finance, lobbying, and several presidential campaigns. Abby was named to the Time 100 Next list in 2021 and she was the recipient of the National Urban League's Women of Power award. She was nominated for a News and Documentary Emmy Award for her coverage of black maternal health on "The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper - Homebirth: Saving Black Moms." And she serves on the board of the News Literacy Project and the Senior Advisory Committee of the Harvard Institute of Politics. Abby was raised in Bowie, Md. and is a graduate of Harvard University with a degree in Government. When not on television, she spends time with her husband, daughter and their pup Booker T.ABOUT HER BOOK A DREAM DEFERREDJesse Jackson, the civil rights leader, activist, raconteur, and political candidate, finally gets a book worthy of his stature courtesy of CNN anchor Abby Phillip. Focusing on his presidential runs in 1984 and, especially, 1988, Phillip highlights how Jackson built an unlikely coalition that showed how Black political power could be consolidated. His experience working under Martin Luther King; his organizing the SLCC's Operation Breadbasket in Chicago and beyond; and his roots in the deep South combined into two astonishingly impactful presidential campaigns. Appealing to the working people of urban enclaves like that of Chicago, young people on college campuses, and Black people across the South, he created the modern Democratic coalition-one that has been used by all major Democrats seeking national success from With her expert reporting, natural storytelling skills, and a story so full of humanity, politics, and hope, Abby Phillip has written a rousing popular history that sheds new light on an American icon. "Jesse Jackson's presidential campaigns showed America that leadership could look different, that power could be shared, and that more voices deserved to be heard," said Phillip. "His movement laid the foundation for the coalitions that define our democracy today. This book is my effort to capture the urgency, the messiness, and the possibility of that era, and what it still has to teach us now." At a time when questions of representation, democracy, and belonging are once again at the forefront of American life, A Dream Deferred offers urgent lessons from a leader who pioneered modern coalition politics. The battles Jesse Jackson fought in the 1980s, over voter access, multiracial coalition-building, and the visibility of Black political leadership, mirror the very debates shaping our politics today. By revisiting Jackson's story, Phillip not only restores him to his rightful place in history, but also reminds us that the struggles of the past are inseparable from the challenges of the present.Get the book:https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250806314/adreamdeferred/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.Thank you for tuning in to I Am Refocused Radio. For more inspiring conversations, visit IAmRefocusedRadio.com and stay connected with our community.Don’t miss new episodes—subscribe now at YouTube.com/@RefocusedRadio
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  • Saul Bienenfeld | Bienenfeld Law
    2025/11/01
    Saul Bienenfeld is a veteran New York criminal defense attorney with over 35 years of courtroom experience. As a former prosecutor turned defense lawyer, he brings a rare, inside-out view of the justice system. Saul specializes in high-stakes cases, including white collar and sex crime allegations, and is known for telling clients what they need to hear, not what they want to hear. On this show, he shares raw stories from real trials, unpacks what really happens during police encounters, and offers practical, no-nonsense insight that could help anyone facing the system.

    https://linktree.bienenfeld.it.com/jans-page-9375


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    21 分
  • White Lies: How the South Lost the Civil War, Then Rewrote the History with Ann Bausum
    2025/11/01
    Award-winning historian Ann Bausum, author of White Lies: How the South Lost the Civil War, Then Rewrote the History. This isn’t your average history deep-dive—Ann pulls back the curtain on twenty enduring myths of the so-called “Lost Cause” narrative, showing how these stories about the American Civil War still ripple through education, culture, and policy today.

    Ann Bausum writes about history for readers of all ages. Her books for young people help upper-elementary, middle-school, and high-school students discover the drama and significance of stories from history that are often overlooked in textbooks. Her goal is to make history relevant, engaging, alive, and irresistible. In 2015, her adopted home state of Wisconsin named her the Notable Wisconsin Children’s Author of the Year, and in 2017, the body of her work received national recognition with the Nonfiction Award of the Children’s Book Guild of Washington, D.C.

    https://www.annbausum.com/


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    27 分
  • The Derrick Gervin Story
    2025/11/01
    Today we’re sitting down with San Antonio legend and basketball great Derrick Gervin — UTSA Hall of Famer. From Detroit grit to global courts, Derrick’s story isn’t just about buckets — it’s about growth, faith, and staying focused long after the crowd goes home.
    American Basketball Hall of Fame —- Class of 2025

    Born March 28, 1963 in Detroit, Michigan, Derrick Gervin rose from gritty inner-city roots to carve out a dynamic international basketball career. Standing 6′8″, he honed his skills at University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) from 1981–1985, earning his place as a Roadrunner legend. Wikipedia+1 Selected in the 4th round (90th overall) of the 1985 NBA Draft by the Philadelphia 76ers, Gervin’s NBA chapter included 77 games with the New Jersey Nets between 1989–1991, where he averaged 8.8 points per game.

    Beyond the NBA, his résumé spans global courts: a standout in the Israeli Basketball Premier League where he earned MVP honors in 1995 and twice ranked as the league’s top scorer (1996, 1998).

    Gervin also captured a CBA championship in 1992 and was named to the All-CBA First Team in 1990.

    UTSA retired his jersey (#30) in recognition of his impact and legacy.

    Derrick’s journey isn’t just about points and boards—it’s about perseverance, global ambition, and leaving a mark wherever the game takes you.

    Derrick Gervin's Social Media Links:
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    29 分
  • Healing Through Art | Precious Williams
    2025/10/25
    In this inspiring conversation, fine art photographer and drone pilot Precious Williams shares how faith, resilience, and creativity transformed her journey through loss into a powerful story of healing. From her iconic Clipped Wing Butterfly image to the soulful reflections found in The Son’s Power and You’re On the Radar, Precious reveals how her art became both therapy and testimony. Through Photo and Drone Solutions, she helps others see that even what’s broken can still shine with purpose.
    🌐 Guest Website: www.art.photodronesolutions.com

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    29 分
  • Chad & Erica Schapiro - Connect Marriage Ministry
    2025/10/25
    In this powerful and heartfelt episode, host Shemaiah Reed sits down with Chad and Erica Schapiro, a dynamic couple whose ministry and marriage journey are rooted in faith, leadership, and service.
    Chad Schapiro, Director of the Pastor Strong Initiative with Texas Baptists, brings over two decades of business leadership experience and a deep passion for equipping pastors and churches. Having planted two churches and served with the San Antonio Baptist Association, Chad now focuses on strengthening ministry leaders across Texas while completing his Doctor of Ministry degree with a focus on marriage.

    Joining him is his wife, Dr. Erica Schapiro, whose extensive background in counseling youth and families adds profound insight to their shared mission. With a Doctor of Ministry in Counseling and years of experience across foster care, family services, and private practice, Erica provides wisdom and perspective that bridges both faith and psychology.

    Together, Chad and Erica share their story of calling, partnership, and purpose—offering encouragement to couples, leaders, and anyone striving to build strong relationships rooted in God’s design.

    http://facebook.com/pastorstrongtx
    http://facebook.com/connectmarriageministry
    https://marriage.getconnected.church/


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    30 分
  • Bret Baier of FOX News and author of To Rescue the American Spirit
    2025/10/22
    “This captivating portrayal of Teddy is Bret Baier’s gift to us. From Roosevelt’s resilience over tragedy to his heroism in war, from his midnight rambles as police commissioner to his dramatic fights for reform as governor and president, Baier summons the irrepressible spirit of the man. What an engaging storyteller! What a joy to read!” —Doris Kearns Goodwin

    From #1 New York Times bestselling author and Fox News Channel’s Chief Political Anchor, a fresh and fascinating exploration of the extraordinary life of Teddy Roosevelt, revealing how his bold leadership thrust America onto the world stage and changed the course of world history.
    "As Bret Baier shows in this wonderfully readable biography, Theodore Roosevelt has many lessons for today." —Walter Isaacson

    There has never been a president like Theodore Roosevelt. An iconoclast shaped by fervent ideals, his early life seems ripped from the pages of an adventure novel: abandoning his place in the New York aristocracy, he was drawn to the thrill of the West, becoming an honorary cowboy who won the respect of the rough men of the plains, adopting their code of authenticity and courage. As a New York State legislator, he fought corruption and patronage. As New York City police commissioner, he walked the beat at night to hold his men accountable; and as New York governor, he butted heads with the old guard to bring fresh air to a state mired in political corruption. He was also a passionate naturalist, conservationist, and hunter who collected hundreds of specimens of birds and animals throughout his life. He was a soldier and commander who led a regiment of “Rough Riders” to victory in the Spanish-American War, a show of leadership and bravery that put him on the national map. As president, he brought energy, laughter, and bold ideas to the White House, pursuing a vigorous agenda that established America as a leader on the world stage —from advancing the Panama Canal, brokering peace with Russia, and taking on business elites.

    Bret Baier’s exquisite book reveals the storied life of a leader whose passion, daring, and prowess left an indelible mark on the fabric of our country and reimagined the possibilities of the presidency.

    https://www.bretbaier.com/to-rescue-the-american-spirit/

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    8 分
  • John Cerniglia on Leading SAT-7 USA and Inspiring Hope Across the Middle East
    2025/10/22
    In this inspiring episode of I Am Refocused Radio, SAT-7 USA President John Paul Cerniglia shares insights from his 32-year journey in global missions and leadership across 45 countries. With experience spanning renowned organizations such as Operation Mobilization USA, Habitat for Humanity International, and CARE USA, John brings a powerful perspective on generosity, faith, and transformation. He discusses SAT-7’s mission to strengthen the Christian Church throughout the Middle East and North Africa, empowering believers to serve their communities and impact culture through faith-based media. Listeners will be encouraged by John’s heart for ministry, his leadership philosophy rooted in listening and spiritual growth, and his vision for expanding SAT-7’s reach and impact in some of the world’s most challenging regions.

    https://www.sat7usa.org/

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    21 分