Share The Mic

Join Leah and Bella, two spirited Gen Z women, as they gather at the House of Fine Objects in Birmingham, AL, a wonderfully weird emporium that invites colorful conversation.  They explore the significance of civic engagement, share personal experiences, and tackle the issues that resonate with their generation including the ins and outs of voting. With a mix of humor, insight, and passion, Leah a...

Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Josh Vasa and Yamini Bhat, two passionate advocates for community engagement and civic responsibility. In this enlightening conversation, they delve into the vital role of voting in shaping our future and the importance of being active participants in our communities. With their unique perspectives and rich cultural backgrounds, Josh and Yamini emphasize...

In this engaging episode, Shomari Figures and Carlos Jones hit the court to discuss a topic that impacts us all: the importance of voting. As they shoot hoops, they dive into critical conversations about representation in office, emphasizing the need for leaders who reflect the diversity of our communities. They touch on the harsh realities of unfair sentencing for people of color, highlighting ho...

Jasmine Shaw and LaDarrius Hutcheson, two Birmingham food icons, are at The Edge  sharing their personal recipes for making a voting plan.

💥🚀 In Part 2, we have a coffee talk with University of Alabama undergrad student Rolland Grady and 2nd Year Law student R. Jordan Davis to explore the real impact of voting. To hear a lively discussion about the critical importance of making your voice heard, this episode is a must-watch for anyone ready to get inspired and take action! Hear what’s buzzing around campus and how Blackburn Institu...

Dive into E3 Part 1 with Alabama students Camila Lopez and Julienne Pharrams as they break down the impact of voting and why it matters.  From campus chatter over a cup of Joe to making your voice count, this episode is packed with essential insights and a rallying call for action.  Don't miss out—tune in and get inspired to cast your vote! 🗣️💪  #RollTide #Vote #StudentVoices #election2024 ...

This episode features the incredible voting activist Kadidah Stone and legal expert Tiffany Johnson Cole breaking down WHY YOUR VOTE MATTERS and how you can make a difference.  They tell their stories about appearing before the Supreme Court and how a single vote changed the results of an Alabama election. Don’t miss this power-packed convo with two game-changing women!  To support our work and th...

🔥👟 Dive into our FULL EPISODE "Kicks for Votes" with Birmingham’s Mayor Randall Woodfin! 🚀 Discover why YOU have the power to shape the U.S. for the next 50 YEARS. Your vote is crucial, and your voice needs to be heard November 5th! 🙌 🎥 Don't miss out—listen to the episode to get inspired and understand why every vote counts. Let’s make a difference together! 🌟 #KicksForVotes...

Season 2 Finale featuring our own Emondre Johnson! Listen in as we share our thoughts on the highlights of our second season of Share the Mic!

Libby and Ronnie welcome T. Marie King to the studio for a gripping conversation about race reconciliation in Birmingham, Alabama.

Share the Mic is proud to welcome Jerry Kelly, CEO of Kelly Road Builders, to our show. Listen in as Jerry shares about his life and how certain situations helped shape him to be the successful person he is today.

If you live in the Birmingham area, then you know about Eugene's Hot Chicken, but do you know the story of how it came to be? Tune in to a gripping, but uplifting episode where Zebbie Carney, founder of Eugene's Hot Chicken shares the story about how this Birmingham staple came to be.

You read that right, Share the Mic is back! We've got a new format, new conversations, and of course, a new logo! Listen in as hosts Libby Lassiter and Ronnie Gatrey briefly discuss what brought about the return as well as what to expect from the new season. It wouldn't be Share the Mic without some open dialogue about race concerns, and Libby and Ronnie definitely deliver in that arena!

Carver is back! Tune in as Carver gives us some knowledge on her family ties to Selma, Alabama, and how her family helped to shape the movement of Civil Rights in the Jim Crow era! We also touch on Carver's experience in the professional arena, as she navigates the challenges of being a Black Woman in a White Male dominated work environment. As the episode closes, Carver gives us some valuabl...

Demitri is back! The man who helped start Share the Mic has returned to give us an update on the state of race relations since the launch of the podcast. Tune in as Demitri gives his in depth viewpoints on how the Church can stand to help in racial reconciliation. He then goes on to share advice on how he believes Birmingham can work together to decrease the crime rate.  This is an episode you don...

Share The Mic welcomes Ceasear Walker to the show for our 8th episode. Ceasear, a proud Auburn University alum is a cohost on The War Rapport as well Tha Tipping Point podcast. Tune in to hear Ceasear's open and honest thoughts regarding the state of racism in society today. Ceasear goes in depth on the responsibility the Church has in dealing with racial reconciliation. Let us know your thou...

We are so thrilled to have our Videographer/Editor, Ronnie Gatrey as our guest for our 7th episode of Share The Mic! Ronnie, the son of a Bahamian immigrant shares a little bit about how his life was growing up on the east side of Birmingham. We talk about how certain racial experiences have defined and shaped where he is in his life right now. A proud Husband and Father, Ronnie gets really transp...

We hope you enjoy this riveting discussion with one of Birmingham's most influential executives, Darlene Wilson. Tune in to hear as Darlene shares about her diverse family background, her views on professional diversity, and make sure you stick around to hear Darlene's thoughts on how Black men are treated in our current society.

Share the Mic welcomes Professional Basketball Coach and Lead Trainer at A4One, Antonio Walls to the show for a raw and gripping episode. Tune in as Antonio shares in detail about how his upbringing has shaped his views of race relations in America. 

Share The Mic is pleased to welcome Carver Boynton, General Manager of The Summit in Birmingham. Tune in as Carver shares about her professional background, upbringing, and her thoughts on racial reconciliation.