We have published at least nine hot-topic Biblical stories by EJ Brock, such as her latest, “The Evangelical Right, Trump, King David, and What’s to Come,” with no reader resistance - until this week. We also talk to Brooks about Bishop Budde, who called on trump to show compassion for LGBTQ+ and immigrant communities.

Dele Ogun owns Lawless Publications and is the author of several books for the London-based company, including “A Slave Ship Called Jesus” and his latest release “Culprits: The People And The Paper That Made Nigeria.”

We talk about the one thing where we differ and the two on which we agree as it relates to his books.

After years of service at Price Waterhouse Coopers LLP and in practice with Hogan Lovells LLP, Dele Ogun founded his law firm, London-based Akin Palmer LLP, where he has served for over 21 years. He also has a practice in Lagos, Nigeria.

Gladiator II premiered in Sydney, Australia on October 30, 2024, and debuted in the United States on November 22, 2024. In the movie, the Roman army led by General Acacius invades Lucius' home.

He seeks revenge against Acacius and fights as a gladiator for Macrinus (Denzel Washington), a former slave who plans to overthrow the emperors Geta and Caracalla.

Washington's inclusion has created controversies, including calls that the movie "blackwashes" White history. Port of Harlem contributor C.R. Gibbs responds to these and other challenges.

Grammy-winning saxophonist Kirk Whalum released EPIC COOL, his newest album, on May 17. He will perform at DC’s Blues Alley from Friday, June 21, to Sunday, June 23, to celebrate. We talk about a range of subjects, from the impact his Nigerian/Swiss producer Greg Manning has on his new recording to the effects of his parents raising him in a blues town, Memphis, on his work in jazz. Surprisingly, when we talk about his conversion to Catholicism in 2022, he shares that he is a second cousin to Sister Thea Bowman.

"Tutankhamun: His Tomb and Treasures" opened in Washington, D.C., on May 2. King Tut and Drag Queens; Hatshepsut, Vice President Harris, and the "male power suit". . . are there connections?

We go deep into Egyptian fashion, religion, and politics with Egyptologists, archeologists, professor, and consultant for "Tutankhamun: His Tomb and His Treasures," Melinda Hartwig. She and POH publisher Wayne Young compare Tut's time to today including questions beyond the five intriguing parallels between King Tut's life and modern politics that she is ready to discuss. Tutankhamun: His Tomb and Treasures Opens in Washington, D.C

Anita Hackley Lambert is an historian and biographer. Her first book, “F.H.M. Murray: A Forgotten Pioneer for Civil Justice”, is about the co-founder of the Niagara movement, who was also her and Barry Murray’s great- grandfather.

ECHOES OF A VOICE FOR JUSTICE: The Story of Barry A. Murray

Cory Armand, Joseph Peterson, and Deena Johnson are rebuilding their city one house at a time. The trio of private investors has renovated more than 80 homes, more than the 48 the local government recently tore down in a neighborhood, and the 16 apartments in the city's downtown area. We talk with the trio about their strategies and they share their advice.

Read More: Three Young Renovators Who Are Rebuilding Their City

Note: Young and the three guests are members of the Northwest Indiana Creative Investors Association (NICIA). Joseph serves as President, Cory as Vice President, and Deana as Programming.

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