Keep Standing With Dr. Timothy W. Sloan
Keep Standing With Dr. Timothy W. Sloan
Podcast Description
Faith leaders today face modern leadership challenges 💡 that demand innovative solutions. Join Dr. Timothy W. Sloan as he tackles critical issues like financial fragility, social justice, and the shifting role of the Black church.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on modern leadership challenges within the faith community, highlighting themes such as social justice, mental health awareness, and financial fragility. Episodes include discussions with leaders like Pastor Mike Walrond on the church's role in social justice and Dr. Gina Stewart on overcoming sexism in leadership, offering listeners actionable strategies for community impact and resilience.

Faith leaders today face modern leadership challenges 💡 that demand innovative solutions. Join Dr. Timothy W. Sloan as he tackles critical issues like financial fragility, social justice, and the shifting role of the Black church.
S2, EP 12: Inside Houston Politics: What’s Really Happening Behind the Scenes: Commissioner Ellis
In this episode of Keep Standing, we sit down with Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis for a powerful and insightful conversation about politics, power, leadership, and community impact.
With decades of experience in public service, Rodney Ellis shares what it really takes to create change—from navigating political systems to advocating for communities that need it most.
This episode goes beyond surface-level politics and dives into the real work happening behind the scenes.
In this conversation, we cover:
• How power and influence actually work in government
• The biggest challenges facing Houston communities today
• The realities of public service and leadership
• Criminal justice reform and systemic change
• Navigating criticism, pressure, and accountability
• Building a legacy through service and impact
Whether you’re interested in politics, leadership, or making a difference in your community, this episode offers a deeper understanding of how change is created and sustained.
👉 If this conversation resonates, like, comment, and subscribe for more real discussions on leadership, culture, and impact.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:18 Welcome to Keep Standing
00:42 Introducing Rodney Ellis
01:28 Early Context & Background
02:55 The Reality of Politics Behind the Scenes
04:40 How Power and Influence Really Work
06:50 Challenges Facing Houston Communities
09:15 Leadership in Today’s Political Climate
11:35 Criminal Justice Reform & Systemic Change
14:05 The Responsibility of Public Service
16:20 Navigating Criticism and Accountability
18:35 What It Takes to Create Real Change
20:45 Building a Legacy Through Leadership
22:50 Final Thoughts: The Future of Houston
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