In this episode of Voting Matters, we sit down withRebekah Caruthers, President and CEO of the Fair Elections Center, to explore the experiences that shaped her life in politics and her commitment to protecting the freedom to vote. Caruthers reflects on her early political awakening as achild watching the 1988 Democratic National Convention, where the Reverend Jesse Jackson made his historic campaign for President of the United States. She takes us through her career working on political and election campaigns and discusses her new leadership role at the Fair Elections Center.

Our conversation also examines the importance of theupcoming midterm elections, their implications for American democracy, and Caruthers’s focus on securing every American citizen’s right to vote. The episode concludes with an excerpt from “The Art of Motion,” a powerful spoken-word piece by the late actor, musician, and activist Malcolm-Jamal Warner, widely known for portraying Theo on The Cosby Show.The piece is a stirring meditation on Black excellence, Black power, Black resilience, and Black revolution.

Listen now for an inspiring conversation about politicalpurpose, civic participation, and the continuing work of protecting the rightto vote.

On this special Labor Day edition of the Thinking OutLoud Radio Show, Dr. Abdul El-Sayed—“the People’s Candidate” and Michigan’s Democratic nominee for the U.S. Senate—discusses his contested primary victory over U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens, his November race against Republican nominee Mike Rogers, his family life, campaign strategy, and top priority if elected. The episode also features a powerful “Thought of the Week” from Who Told You That You Were Naked?, encouraging listeners to make God’s Word central intheir lives. Tune in, share this inspiring episode with family and friends, and follow the Thinking Out Loud Radio Show so you never miss a meaningful conversation!

What happens when celebrity, politics, and public accountability collide? In this Catching Up Edition, we dive into three conversations you won’t want to miss. First up is “Shaq’n a Fool,” our take on NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal receiving an honorary badge from FBI Director Kash Patel. Then, we break down the Donald Trump media ban thatbackfired—only to be overturned by a U.S. district judge Trump appointed to the federal bench. We also revisit our recent interview with U.S. Senate candidate Dr. Abdul El-Sayed. Finally, we close with our Thought of the Week, featuring a thought-provoking excerpt from our book, Who Told You That You Were Naked? Press play now, join the conversation, and share this episode with someone whois ready for a lively mix of commentary, context, and reflection.