A Moment with Erik Fleming

A Moment with Erik Fleming

The Podcast Of Our Time

My name is Erik Fleming. I am an African American native of Chicago. I have had the privilege of being an elected official in the Deep South. Therefore I created this podcast to express my unique take on politics, as well as encouraging black excellence in leadership. This podcast was a 2021 and 2024 Black Podcasting Awards Nominee for Best Black News & Politics Podcast and with your support, this podcast will continue to be an uplifting experience and a strong voice in our American political discourse.
Reviews:
Year 249
A Moment with Erik FlemingJuly 07, 202501:16:44

Year 249

In this Hot Mic episode, host Erik Fleming talks about the price of and the investment in independence. He also dives into the recent appropriation bill passed by the U.S. Congress.

Face Everything And Rise Featuring Zanetia Henry and Dr. Veirdre Jackson
A Moment with Erik FlemingJune 30, 202501:58:10

Face Everything And Rise Featuring Zanetia Henry and Dr. Veirdre Jackson

In this episode, Zanetia Henry, CEO of Operation Recovery, and Dr. Veirdre Jackson, CEO/Founder of Living Strong Consulting, LLC, discuss how their personal challenges and tragedies led to their spiritual growth and their desire to educate and empower the masses, even in this political climate.

Amplified & Authentic Featuring Lisa Durden
A Moment with Erik FlemingJune 23, 202501:30:04

Amplified & Authentic Featuring Lisa Durden

In this episode, on this special post-Juneteenth edition, the amplified and authentic Lisa Durden, media commentator and producer extraordinaire, talks about her hometown, as well as pertinent issues in the news.

Hope & Safety Featuring Angela Giampolo and Dr. Felecia Pullen
A Moment with Erik FlemingJune 16, 202502:14:33

Hope & Safety Featuring Angela Giampolo and Dr. Felecia Pullen

In this episode, Angela Giampolo, the self-described "Philly Gay Lawyer", discusses the challenges of her unique law practice and her Caravan of Hope. Then, Dr. Felecia Pullen, President & CEO of Let's Talk SAFETY, Inc., talks about how her journey from addiction led to her crusade for recovery ...

Message, Justice, & Coalition Featuring Lewis Williams, Ashley T. Martin and Darius Jones
A Moment with Erik FlemingJune 09, 202502:47:44

Message, Justice, & Coalition Featuring Lewis Williams, Ashley T. Martin and Darius Jones

In this episode, Lewis Williams, Founder of Williams Creative Group, stresses the importance of messaging in politics; Ashley T. Martin, CEO of Lustitia Aequalis, talks about her new project that merges technology with justice; and Darius Jones, Founder of the National Black Empowerment Council, exp...

Safer Communities & Hidden Crucibles Featuring Cassie Owens and Claudia Rowe
A Moment with Erik FlemingJune 02, 202502:11:16

Safer Communities & Hidden Crucibles Featuring Cassie Owens and Claudia Rowe

In this episode, Cassie Owens, Program Manager for Free Press, explains the importance, and the process, of developing a code of ethics for journalists in Philadelphia. Then, author Claudia Rowe discusses her new book, Wards of the State, which goes into detail about our broken foster care system.

Ending Racism & Maternal Mortality Featuring Jane Elliott and Alexandra Smalls
A Moment with Erik FlemingMay 26, 202501:40:33

Ending Racism & Maternal Mortality Featuring Jane Elliott and Alexandra Smalls

As we commemorate Memorial Day, this episode highlights two women who are advocates for a better and safer society. The legendary educator Jane Elliott makes the case for all of us to change our thinking about race, while Alexandra Smalls, founder of Chosen Children Doula Services, explains her work...

Education Is The Passport To The Future Featuring Misasha Suzuki Graham and Dr. Tammy Greer
A Moment with Erik FlemingMay 19, 202502:25:37

Education Is The Passport To The Future Featuring Misasha Suzuki Graham and Dr. Tammy Greer

In the spirit of Malcolm X on his 100th birthday, this episode highlights two women, Misasha Suzuki Graham and Dr. Tammy Greer, who have, respectively, dedicated their lives to educating the masses to lead us to a better future.

Justice & Parenting Featuring Nekima Levy-Armstrong and Janice Robinson-Celeste
A Moment with Erik FlemingMay 12, 202501:50:29

Justice & Parenting Featuring Nekima Levy-Armstrong and Janice Robinson-Celeste

In this episode, Nekima Levy-Armstrong, founder of the Racial Justice Network, talks about her journey for justice from Mississippi to Minneapolis. Then, Janice Robinson-Celeste, founder of the Successful Black Parenting Magazine, discusses the challenges of Black Parenting and Black Entrepreneurshi...

100 Days Later Featuring Julia Ismael, Sean Miller, Melba Pearson, and Dr. Tracy Pearson
A Moment with Erik FlemingMay 05, 202502:54:10

100 Days Later Featuring Julia Ismael, Sean Miller, Melba Pearson, and Dr. Tracy Pearson

In this episode, Julia Ismael, founder of The Equity Consortium, Sean Miller, founder of the Liberty Policy Alliance, and The Podcast Law Firm of Pearson & Pearson (Melba and Dr. Tracy) offer their assessments of President Trump’s first 100 days of his second term.