Dr. Christopher B. Davis

What U Said

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What U Said is a reflective interview-style podcast hosted by LeMoyne-Owen College President, Dr. Christopher B. Davis. Each episode features meaningful conversations with thought leaders, innovators, and changemakers, as Dr. Davis connects their journeys to themes from books he’s recently listened to. Through his signature “Audible Segment,” Dr. Davis blends literature, leadership, and life lessons while also promoting the legacy and value of LeMoyne-Owen College and Memphis. What U Said promotes thoughtful dialogue that inspires listeners to think deeper, lead better, and live with purpose.

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Dr. Christopher B. Davis

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Live from LOC Homecoming: 807 & Park with Terrance J 27.02.2026 28:00

The season finale of What U Said hosted by Dr. Christopher B. Davis closed out in unforgettable fashion recorded LIVE during Homecoming Week at LeMoyne-Owen College with special guest Terrence J. In front of a packed homecoming audience, Terrence J pulled back the curtain on his journey from HBCU radio and hosting campus parties to becoming a national television personality and former host of 106...

Legacy in Real Time: From King’s Life to Our Lives with Dr. Russell Wigginton 06.02.2026 25:51

In this powerful episode of What U Said, host Dr. Christopher B. Davis sits down with Dr. Russell Wigginton, President of the National Civil Rights Museum, for a timely and thought-provoking conversation on truth, legacy, and responsibility. Dr. Wigginton’s audible moment draws from King: A Life by Jonathan Eig, using Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s full humanity as a lens to examine what it truly me...

Who Better Than You? Building Confidence, Community & Black Business with Cynthia Daniels 22.01.2026 24:28

In Episode 6, Dr. Christopher B. Davis opens with an audible moment inspired by Who Better Than You by Will Packer, reflecting on confidence, calling, and claiming your seat at the table. He’s joined by Cynthia Daniels, HBCU graduate and Chief Strategist of Cynthia Daniels & Co, who shares her journey from Atlanta to Memphis and how networking, community, and self-belief helped shape her path....

Navigating Power: Lessons in Leadership from A.C. Wharton - Part 2 08.01.2026 21:06

In Part 2 of this compelling What U Said conversation, Dr. Christopher B. Davis continues his dialogue with former Memphis Mayor A C Wharton, shifting the focus to the lasting impact of HBCUs and the critical role institutions like LeMoyne-Owen College play in shaping Black leadership. Mayor Wharton reflects on how HBCUs have served as incubators for excellence, confidence, and civic responsibilit...

Navigating Power: Lessons in Leadership from A.C. Wharton - Part 1 25.12.2025 30:21

In this powerful episode of What U Said, Dr. Christopher B. Davis sits down with former Memphis Mayor A C Wharton for a timely and thought-provoking conversation rooted in history, truth, and lived experience. Drawing inspiration from Vernon Can Read! by the late Vernon Jordan, the two explore the realities of power structures in America, the role of fear in leadership, and what it truly means to...

Vision, Discipline & Heart: Inside Coach Phillips’ New Era at LOC 11.12.2025 27:17

In this episode of What U Said, host Dr. Christopher B. Davis explores themes from the powerful autobiography I Came as a Shadow by legendary Georgetown basketball coach John Thompson. Dr. Davis reflects on Thompson’s journey, leadership, and unapologetic approach to shaping young men on and off the court and then connects those lessons to a special guest: Faragi Phillips, the new head basketball...

Unbreakable: How Prep Curry Turned Pressure Into Power 27.11.2025 21:17

In Episode 2 of What U Said, Dr. Christopher B. Davis dives into the power of reinvention, inspired by this week’s Audible segment featuring Rich Paul’s Lucky Me. Dr. Davis breaks down Paul’s message of refusing to let circumstances define your path and instead choosing discipline, vision, and transformation. He’s joined by special guest Prep Curry, acclaimed fashion designer and proud LeMoyne-Owe...

Generational Impact: Leading Memphis Forward with Mayor Paul Young 17.10.2025 21:01

In the premiere episode of What U Said, LeMoyne-Owen College President Dr. Christopher B. Davis sits down with Memphis Mayor Paul Young for a powerful conversation about leadership, legacy, and generational impact. Inspired by the Audible Moment from Son of Birmingham by Randall Woodson, Dr. Davis explores how the lessons of history and perseverance connect to Mayor Young’s journey leading the maj...