The Black Perspective: June 14, 2026

The Black Perspective: June 14, 2026

From Black Information Network Interviews by Lauren Crawford

June 15, 2026 · 60 min

About this episode

This episode features discussions on Juneteenth, Black history, relationship advice, and leadership among Black men.

This week on The Black Perspective , Mike Stevens speaks with JD Davis , founder of Way-Out Kids , about the 4th annual Juneteenth: A Road to Economic Freedom celebration in Tacoma, Washington. Mike also takes us on a road trip to San Antonio, Texas, for a Black history discussion connected to the African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.) Church. Esther Dillard sits down with Martin Luther King III and his wife, Arndrea Waters King , to discuss their plans to renew their vows and share advice for couples navigating today’s turbulent times. Katie Gray chats with rapper, songwriter, and activist Mopreme Shakur about his new memoir, This Thug’s Life: An Unapologetically Black Story . And Doug Davis speaks with Dr. Ronn Hale II , pastor and author of The Kingdom Mindset , in a powerful conversation on Black men and leadership. Listen Now!

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Hosts: Mike Stevens, Esther Dillard, Katie Gray, Doug Davis

Guests: JD Davis, Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King, Mopreme Shakur, Dr. Ronn Hale II

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Organizations: Way-Out Kids, African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.) Church

Books & works: This Thug’s Life: An Unapologetically Black Story, The Kingdom Mindset

Places: Tacoma, Washington, San Antonio, Texas

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