Defying Gravity Episode 1: A Candid Conversation with Mayor Steven L. Reed
Defying Gravity Episode 1: A Candid Conversation with Mayor Steven L. Reed
Podcast Description
In the inaugural episode of Defying Gravity with Terrence Wolfgang Baldwin, we sit down with a trailblazer who knows what it means to push past limits—Mayor Steven L. Reed, the first Black mayor of Montgomery, Alabama.
From growing up in a household rooted in politics and activism to making history in one of America’s most pivotal cities, Mayor Reed shares his journey of leadership, resilience, and vision for Montgomery’s future. We discuss his time at Morehouse College, his experiences pledging Omega Psi Phi, and what it truly means to defy gravity when faced with pressure, expectations, and
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes such as leadership, resilience, and personal growth, with specific episodes exploring the journeys of influential figures in politics and activism. Episode 1 features Mayor Steven L. Reed and delves into his experiences at Morehouse College and within Omega Psi Phi, highlighting the challenges faced by leaders and their visions for community progress.
In the inaugural episode of Defying Gravity with Terrence Wolfgang Baldwin, we sit down with a trailblazer who knows what it means to push past limits—Mayor Steven L. Reed, the first Black mayor of Montgomery, Alabama.
From growing up in a household rooted in politics and activism to making history in one of America’s most pivotal cities, Mayor Reed shares his journey of leadership, resilience, and vision for Montgomery’s future. We discuss his time at Morehouse College, his experiences pledging Omega Psi Phi, and what it truly means to defy gravity when faced with pressure, expectations, and
In this episode of Defying Gravity, we’re joined by Alabama State University Men’s Basketball Head Coach Tony Madlock and rising star Micah Simpson for an inspiring conversation about leadership, resilience, and making history.
Coach Madlock shares his journey through college basketball, the lessons that shaped his coaching philosophy, and how he’s building a winning culture at ASU. Micah Simpson brings the player’s perspective — what it takes to thrive under pressure, represent your school with pride, and stay focused in an era of distractions.
We also dive into:
How Coach Madlock and Micah connected at ASU
The impact of NIL on today’s athletes
The mental toughness it takes to defy expectations
Jordan vs. LeBron debates (of course!)
Advice for young athletes chasing big dreams
🎙 Defying Gravity is all about real conversations with real leaders who rise above challenges and create new possibilities.
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