Episode
Juneteenth: Special Interviews
- Podcast
- The John Fugelsang Podcast
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- Jun 22, 2026
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- 3203
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Summary
John interviews New York State Senator Kevin Parker, who has represented Brooklyn's 21st district for over two decades. They discuss the significance of Juneteenth, a holiday that symbolizes freedom and justice. Senator Parker shares his personal connection to Juneteenth, his legislative efforts to make it an official holiday in New York, and the ongoing struggles for equality and justice in America. Then, John welcomes Dr. Jamila T. Davis, a remarkable figure who transformed her life from a self-made millionaire to a decade-long incarceration and back to empowerment. Dr. Davis shares her journey of resilience, focusing on the importance of entrepreneurship as a means of liberation, especially within the context of Juneteenth. She discusses her initiatives, including the Central Brooklyn Juneteenth Celebration and Teen Entrepreneur Expo, which showcase young Black entrepreneurs and provide them with vital resources. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .