The Jesse Jackson Jr. Show

In the second hour, The Wealthy Wednesday” weekly series special guest, Rev. Dr. S. Todd Yeary Esq. with “The Politics of Our Faith,” shares this low-boil simmer pot of gumbo with Jackson and Madyun, who stays on as the 1st hour analysis continued/ this is was another 3 the hard way in the making, loaded with a bag of wealth. Don’t miss these gold nuggets!

In the first of two hours, Atiba Madyun joins The Jesse Jackson Jr show to discuss The messages we should be sending in politics, and the message we should be getting On the backdrop of the stunning win over former mayor and political veteran, Mario Como, by a 34 year old New York State representative in the Mayor primary. What’s really happening and can we expect The message to be dictated by a n...

Rev. Teresa Hord Owens, jumped in on the end of the music discussion, sharing her experiences while currently in South Africa and as the leader of a major, diverse denomination. She and Jesse then turned their attention to what others at the SA meeting from around the world are saying about America’s lapse in moral leadership. From AID to lies about murderous land grabs and wars, hearing first han...

Music aficionado, legendary interviewer and journalist, A.Scott Galloway joined Jesse Jr in the first hour on The Jesse Jackson Jr Show. Today was all about the message in the music as part of a the historical narrative that shapes the African American “expression of experience and journey.” This was captured in the movie “Sinners.” Has that narrative lost its way and if so, why? We can tell when...

Veteran journalist and political strategist, Delmarie Cobb, joins The Jesse Jackson Jr Show, as they discuss her publication from June 19, 2019, entitled “Why Juneteenth?” As promised, Jesse Jr continues the week of unpacking the history that we all need to know about the Juneteenth commemoration, and why it is not a celebration. Keeping in mind that this country is African-Americans in Texas rema...

On the foundation of the Emancipation Proclamation giving rise to Juneteenth, and the Declaration of Independence that birthed our nation, Jesse Jackson Jr took the liberty of a Hall of Famer’s lead guitar solo, whaling and weaving the strings that tie us to our- story…history…and today’s news stories that dictate how we must consider, and re-consider the impact of the African American’s “exodus s...

In the heat of the moment, Jesse Jackson Jr reminds us of our history, our fight, our struggle, our faith, our determination, our dignity, and our claim to America as it is tested. “I’ll hang our flag, I’ll take it down…I’ll holler at it if I feel like it because it’s mine. We lay down the flags of our various nations and pick up the American flag. It is our own. We are African Americans and we mu...

Philadelphia’s historic first female Archbishop of any denomination in her home City of Philadelphia and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to date and Host of the award-winning “The Bishop Mary Show” joins Jesse Jr to talk the “art of protest” in light of the four days of feuding between California’s Govenor and Los Angeles’Mayor in the mounting, multi-sanctuary city movement. Looking to LA, other big...

Dr. Wilmer Leon joins Jesse Jr. as circulation of the OpEd shows up in various outlets and the Trump Administration responds with a call for investigation into the pardon process in the waning days of the Biden Presidency. The Conclusion: The interest of “the people” is not well-served in the “forgiveness” process as originally intended, especially the interest of Black people who have supported D...

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 m...

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...

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/

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. 

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!

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.

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.

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 w...

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

The Poor People's Campaign & Repairers of the Breach

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. 

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 int...

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...

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 s...

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. 

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 Jo...