The Bloc Power Hour with Sarah Harris

In celebration of Black Music Month, Sarah Harris sits down with Clifton Moseley, Founder and Producer of the award-nominated We Luvv Rare Grooves podcast, for a conversation about music, media, culture, and legacy. For more than a decade, Clifton has preserved the stories behind some of music's most beloved artists through thoughtful interviews and authentic storytelling. From George Benson and D...

Leadership begins long before a title is earned. In this episode of The Bloc Power Hour, Sarah Harris sits down with Tiera Click, Joy Strategist, Authenticity Coach, and Founder of When the Mind Clicks, to explore how mental wellness shapes the way we lead, serve, and show up for others. Tiera shares insights on imposter syndrome, burnout, self-sabotage, nervous system regulation, and the importan...

Martin Ludlow, Founder and CEO of the Los Angeles Jazz Festival , joins Sarah Harris for an inspiring conversation about building a world-class cultural event rooted in community, economic opportunity, and artistic excellence. The inaugural Los Angeles Jazz Festival aims to become one of the largest jazz festivals in the world and the largest Black-owned jazz festival ever. With performances spann...

Dr. Keisha Morehead, DDS and owner of Smile More Dental , joins Sarah Harris on The Bloc Power Hour to discuss the connection between oral health, confidence, and overall wellness. From preventive care and patient education to entrepreneurship and representation in healthcare, Dr. Morehead shares insights from nearly two decades in dentistry and community service. The conversation explores the imp...

Princess Mapp , four-time best-selling author, financial educator, entrepreneur, and founder of Legacy KeepHer , joins Sarah Harris for a powerful conversation centered on faith, financial empowerment, and generational wealth-building. Princess shares her journey from adversity to purpose and how she is now helping women, youth, and underserved communities develop ownership mindsets and long-term...

On this episode of The Bloc Power Hour , Sarah Harris welcomes Debora Wondercheck , founder of the Arts & Learning Conservatory , a nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding access to performing arts education for youth throughout Southern California. The conversation explores how music, theater, dance, and creative expression help young people build confidence, leadership skills, discipli...

In this episode of The Bloc Power Hour , Sarah Harris sits down with Danny Morrison —3-time award-winning multimedia personality, community activist, and founder of Danny Morrison Media—for a powerful conversation on purpose, partnership, and platform. With over 25 years in radio, podcasting, and media, Danny shares his journey from Bakersfield and Fresno to Los Angeles, and why that transition wa...

In this episode of The Bloc Power Hour , Sarah Harris sits down with TJ Loftin —legendary car builder, economic futurist, and filmmaker—to explore the intersection of culture, craftsmanship, and economic power. His first film project, the WORKING WITH THE HANDS documentary , shines a national spotlight on the custom car and bike industry—not just as culture, but as a viable, scalable economic engi...

The Black Business Association officially introduces its CLEAR Path to Contracts program—a new model designed to connect small business readiness with real procurement opportunities. In this episode of The Bloc Power Hour , Sarah Harris is joined by key program partners: Mackenzie Kim , Kimberly Kelly-Rolfe , and Patricia Click to break down how this collaborative model is transforming access to c...

Evan Tyler, owner of The Junkluggers of Crenshaw, joins The Bloc Power Hour to discuss how eco-conscious junk removal can drive community impact, job creation, and sustainability across Los Angeles. With a background in engineering and manufacturing, Evan brings a systems-driven approach to an often-overlooked industry—transforming it into a model for responsible business practices and local econo...

Wendy Gladney , Founder and CEO of The Purpose Partner, joins The Bloc Power Hour with Sarah Harris for a powerful conversation on navigating life’s crossroads and becoming unshakable through faith, resilience, and intentional growth. Drawing from her lived experiences—including marriage, divorce, single parenting, cancer, and entrepreneurship—Wendy shares how life’s most challenging moments can b...

Jade Stevens, CEO of the 40 Acre Conservation League, joins The Bloc Power Hour with Sarah Harris for a timely Earth Month conversation on land, legacy, and environmental stewardship. As conversations around sustainability and climate take center stage, this episode reframes the discussion through the lens of ownership, access, and economic empowerment. Jade shares how conservation is not just abo...

Francia Telesford , CEO of Gracelamp Wellness, joins The Bloc Power Hour with Sarah Harris to discuss building a purpose-driven wellness brand centered on healing, restoration, and nervous system care. From her early journey into entrepreneurship to serving as a vendor within the Black Business Association ecosystem, Francia shares how wellness is not just a lifestyle—but a critical business strat...

Starlett Quarles, Founder and CEO of the Minority Renewable Energy Project of California, joins The Bloc Power Hour with Sarah Harris for an insightful and empowering conversation on the future of clean energy—and why Black communities must be part of it now. As California moves toward its goal of 100% clean energy, this episode explores what that transition really means on the ground—from rising...

Brett Byers, CEO of The Byers Group, joins The Bloc Power Hour with Sarah Harris for an inside look at executive recruiting and the evolving landscape of leadership hiring. This episode explores the high-stakes world behind executive search—where organizations rely on specialized firms to identify leaders who can guide strategy, shape culture, and drive transformation. From C-suite placements to d...

Kimberly Watson, Interim Director of Community and Continuing Education at El Camino College and President of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Los Angeles Chapter (NCBWLA), joins us for a powerful Women’s History Month conversation on leadership, legacy, and impact. With more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit advocacy, educational program management, and grant-funded initiatives t...

Alysia Bell , President and CEO of UNITE-LA , joins The Bloc Power Hour with Sarah Harris for a timely and critical conversation at the intersection of workforce development, economic mobility, and federal policy . As Los Angeles navigates increasing immigration enforcement, this episode unpacks how these policies are not just political—they are deeply economic decisions with real, local consequen...

Stephen Cheung, President and CEO of the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC), joins The Bloc Power Hour with Sarah Harris to discuss the insights behind the organization’s highly anticipated 2026 Economic Forecast . As one of the most comprehensive economic outlooks for the region, the forecast provides a critical look at the trends shaping Los Angeles’ economic future. Fro...

Dr. Michèle G. Turner, Associate Vice President for Business Opportunity at the University of Southern California, joins The Bloc Power Hour with Sarah Harris to discuss how small businesses can strengthen their competitive edge in today’s increasingly complex economy. As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms industries, the conversation explores what it means for entrepreneurs who must now t...

Narida Robertson, aerospace engineer and senior program leader, joins The Bloc Power Hour to explore advancing opportunity in today’s emerging industries and what it means to lead at the intersection of innovation and impact. With more than three decades of experience in aerospace and advanced manufacturing, Narida reflects on the legacy of Black pioneers in STEM and shares insights from her recog...

Samara Ashley, CEO of The Strategic Advocacy Group and lead manager of the LA is Open campaign, joins The Bloc Power Hour with Sarah Harris to discuss how Los Angeles is rebuilding after the 2025 wildfires. Together, they explore what recovery really looks like for small businesses, workers, and communities across the region. In this episode, we unpack: How the LA Is Open campaign began The econom...

How do housing decisions really get made—and why is it so hard to build homes people can afford?  In this launch episode of The Bloc Power Hour with Sarah Harris , Sarah is joined by Matthew Gates , a commercial real estate professional and research lead with the Urban Land Institute’s Building Healthy Places Initiative, for a data-driven conversation on housing, power, and the systems that shape...