Rethinking Freedom

Episode 56 | Blueprint for a Vibrant Life ft. Jacqueline Napier What does it truly take to design—and live—a vibrant life? 🎙️ In this inspiring episode of Rethinking Freedom, host Aya Fubara Eneli, Esq. sits down with Jacqueline Napier, an award-winning learning and development professional with over 30 years of experience helping individuals and organizations grow, adapt, and thrive. From her ear...

In this episode of Rethinking Freedom, we sit down with Dr. King Davis, Interim Superintendent of Killeen ISD and the lone finalist for Superintendent, to discuss the current state of the district, its strengths, opportunities for growth, and the shared responsibility we all hold in educating our children. Dr. Davis brings over 30 years of experience in public education and a consistent track reco...

Episode 54 | America in Free Fall: Democracy, Disenfranchisement, and the Voting Rights Act ft. Dr. Greg Carr Is American democracy in free fall? 🗳️ In this riveting episode of Rethinking Freedom, host Aya Fubara Eneli, Esq. engages in a powerful conversation with Dr. Greg Carr, Associate Professor of Africana Studies at Howard University and one of the nation’s leading voices on history, law, and...

Early voting in Texas has already begun (October 13 – October 31, 2025).  Join host Aya Fubara Eneli, Esq., along with distinguished guests Gwen Simmons and Camille Francis‑Howard, as we dive deep into each of the 17 propositions on the ballot—what they mean, how they may affect you and your community, and why your vote matters. ➡️ We break down the amendments in plain language and explore their i...

Episode 52 | Rethinking Freedom – The Youth Speak 🎙️ In this powerful and refreshing episode, the next generation takes the mic. Join host Aya Fubara Eneli as she sits down with three dynamic young voices — Dennis Tagoe, Cecilia Rabroker, and Mikaya Cannon — for an honest, heartfelt, and visionary conversation about what freedom, justice, and leadership mean from a youth perspective. From social p...

🎙️ Rethinking Freedom — Episode 50 In this milestone 50th episode of Rethinking Freedom, host Aya Fubara Eneli dives deep into one of the most urgent issues facing Texas families today — the fight for the future of public education. Joining Aya are two dynamic voices and champions for Texas students:  • Dawn Richardson, candidate for Texas House District 54, and  • Amelia Rabroker, candidate for T...

What if the world’s call to reset starts with you? In this high-energy episode of Rethinking Freedom, we spotlight the upcoming Quantum Leap (QL) workshop for youth leaders and break down the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA80)—with a sharp focus on the Global South’s demands to reset finance, climate action, representation, and the rule of law. We connect the UN stage to real tools youn...

Episode 48: Empowering Teens with Vantonio Fraley, Founder of ImPossible Teen Club In this episode of Rethinking Freedom, we sit down with Vantonio Fraley, the visionary founder of ImPossible Teen Club, an organization dedicated to empowering young people through health, education, and holistic well-being. Fraley shares the story behind ImPossible Teen Club and its unique mission inspired by the O...

Rethinking Freedom – Episode 47 The Global Arsenal of White Supremacy and How We Liberate Ourselves White supremacy is more than a local issue—it’s a global system of control rooted in colonialism, capitalism, religion, and culture. In this episode, Aya Fubara Eneli, Esq. is joined by two powerful voices, Dr. Rodney L. Duckett and Adesoji Iginla, to expose this arsenal of oppression and share stra...

Texas is at the center of America’s battle over democracy, voting rights, and representation. In this episode of Rethinking Freedom, host Aya Fubara Eneli sits down with State Representative Jolanda Jones — attorney, activist, champion athlete, and unapologetic fighter for justice. Rep. Jones has energized Democrats across the country by boldly calling out voter suppression, redistricting abuses,...

What if beauty wasn’t vanity, but vitality? In this episode of Rethinking Freedom, Aya Fubara Eneli — attorney, mother, activist, and gardener — explores how perfume, skin care, and makeup can be reclaimed as ancient rituals of freedom, power, and presence. Rethinking Freedom – Episode 46 Reclaiming the Divine Feminine: Sacred Scents, Skin, and the Freedom to Be Your Best Self Unapologetically Acr...

Episode 44 | Hurricane Katrina, 20 Years Later: Race, Displacement & Lessons for Freedom | Verda Bell 📌 Description: Twenty years after Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans, what have we truly learned? Who was displaced, who was left behind, and what does recovery mean for the Black community? In Episode 44 of Rethinking Freedom, host Aya Fubara Eneli sits down with Verda Bell — Veteran,...

Donald Trump’s second-term presidency is not simply a continuation of his earlier agenda — it is an escalation. Under the doctrine of “America First,” Trump has unleashed policies that reinforce white supremacy on a global scale: stripping life-saving aid from HIV-positive mothers in Uganda, imposing tariffs that collapsed factories in Lesotho, deporting Africans to countries they have never lived...

In this powerful episode of Rethinking Freedom, we explore Malcolm X’s vision of Pan-Africanism—not as a distant ideal, but as a living, liberatory practice for our times. Joined by Dr. Michele E. Watkins, womanist theologian, scholar, and activist, we unpack how Malcolm’s spiritual pilgrimage and evolving global consciousness forged connections between the Civil Rights Movement, African liberatio...

Episode 41 – Who Gets Left Behind: Project 2025 and the MAGA Agenda to Dismantle Public Education In this episode of Rethinking Freedom, we take a deep dive into the MAGA-aligned Project 2025 plan and its call to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education. What would such a move mean for America’s students, families, and the very foundation of our democracy? We’ll explore:  • The historical roots...

In this powerful episode of Rethinking Freedom, we take a hard look at gerrymandering—the modern political weapon designed to silence communities of color and block fair representation. Is Texas redistricting the new Jim Crow? We uncover the real agenda behind these maps and explore what YOU can do to fight back. 🗓️ Air Date: July 28, 2025, at 7 AM CST 📡 Where to Listen: KRGN 98.5 FM, KVBM 104.7...

Episode 39 – We Don’t Get to Sit This One Out: Sankofa, Schooling & the Struggle for Liberation Guest: Assata Moore, Founder of Black Math Genius 🔗 Learn more or contact her at: https://mooremathgeniuses.com What does it mean to say “we don’t get to sit this one out”—especially in an era where truth in education is under attack? In this powerful episode of Rethinking Freedom, we are joined by...

EPISODE #38 | The Greatest Civil Rights Leader You’ve Never Heard Of – With Adesoji Iginla Before Rosa sat, before Thurgood argued, before Ruth dissented—Pauli Murray had already laid the groundwork. In this episode of Rethinking Freedom, host Aya Fubara Eneli is joined by writer and scholar Adesoji Iginla to uncover the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Pauli Murray—the non-binary Black legal trailblaz...

🎙 Rethinking Freedom | Episode: Why Every Family Should Have an Estate Plan 📍 Hosted by Aya Fubara Eneli | Managing Attorney, Ma’at Heritage Law Group 🌐 www.mhlaw.org In this essential episode of Rethinking Freedom, host Aya Fubara Eneli—an attorney, author, and legacy advocate—breaks down why estate planning isn’t just for the wealthy. Whether you own a little or a lot, every family deserves th...

🎨 Episode 36: Creating Brave Spaces Through Art — Featuring Amelia Rabroker Rethinking Freedom with Aya Fubara Eneli In this powerful and inspiring episode, Aya sits down with Amelia Rabroker, Central Texas artist, educator, business owner, and activist. From her years in the classroom to launching the Tap Tap Art Bus and now leading The Art Space of Central Texas, Amelia shares her journey of us...

🎙️ Episode 35 – “Erasing Us: The War on Diversity, Freedom, and Truth” | Rethinking Freedom with Akeisha Johnson In this urgent and eye-opening episode, Aya Fubara Eneli is joined by advocate and strategist Akeisha Johnson to break down Project 2025—a radical, far-right blueprint backed by The Heritage Foundation that outlines plans to dismantle the federal government as we know it. From the targe...

What do we really know about Juneteenth? In this powerful episode of Rethinking Freedom, host Aya Fubara Eneli is joined by Galveston native and historian Sam Collins III and Civil War expert Edward Cotham Jr., author of Juneteenth: The Story Behind the Celebration. Together, they explore the real history behind Juneteenth, challenge persistent myths, and examine how current U.S. politics are shap...

In this episode of Rethinking Freedom, we meet Ruhamah Nyarko Ango — a passionate advocate for dyslexia awareness and a powerful voice for neurodiversity. Ruhamah is challenging traditional narratives and showing the world that dyslexia is not a limitation but a source of creativity and resilience. From being a 3-time finalist at the Ghana National Spelling Bee to becoming an author, diplomat, and...

🎧 Freedom in Routine: Building Summer Structure for Children and Families 📻 Airing at KRGN 98.5 FM, KVBM 104.7 FM at 7 AM CST | 🎥 YouTube Premiere @RethinkingFreedom In this powerful episode of Rethinking Freedom, Aya Fubara Eneli explores how freedom doesn’t mean chaos—it thrives in structure. As summer begins, many families face the challenge of maintaining balance, growth, and peace at home....

Kosisochukwu Toru Ebubechukwu Eneli, daughter of Ayayi and Kenechukwu Eneli, is a proud Spring 2025 graduate of Howard University, where she earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in Management with minors in Political Science and Afro-American Studies. This fall, she will begin her legal studies at Harvard Law School, with a deep-rooted interest in government and public service. Kosisochu...