In this episode of “The Power to Persist,” host Lamell McMorris engages in a compelling conversation with political strategist Ashley Etienne, exploring her journey to Washington and her rise as a powerful force in high-stakes leadership.

In this episode of “The Power to Persist,” host Lamell McMorris explores how Gen Z has navigated financial pressure, social disruption, and uncertainty—redefining resilience through adaptability, work ethic, and vulnerability.

In this episode of “The Power to Persist,” host Lamell McMorris engages in a timely conversation with Dr. JD LaRock, exploring AI, entrepreneurship, and the shifting landscape of education and economic opportunity.

In this episode of 'The Power to Persist', host Lamell McMorris engages in a powerful discussion with Attorney Ben Crump, focusing on his journey and the fight for justice within the Black community.

In this episode of 'The Power to Persist', host Lamell McMorris engages in a powerful discussion with Attorney Ben Crump, focusing on his journey and the fight for justice within the Black community.

In this episode of The Power to Persist Podcast, Lamell McMorris is joined by Marc Morial,  President of the National Urban League, former Mayor of New Orleans, and one of the country’s most respected civic and political leaders.

In this episode of the Power to Persist podcast, Lamell welcomes the Chicago City Clerk Anna Valencia to discuss her journey and the impactful programs she has spearheaded since taking on the position in 2017.

On this episode of The Power to Persist Podcast, host Lamell McMorris welcomes longtime friend and brother Jesse Jackson Jr. during the very same week he plans to announce his bid to reclaim his former congressional seat.

In this powerful episode of The Power to Persist, host Lamell McMorris sits down with lawyer, strategist, and unapologetic truth-teller Angela Rye to explore what it truly means to serve.

In this episode of The Power to Persist, host Lamell McMorris reflects on his journey to success and the lessons learned along the way. He shares how resilience creates the through lines that connect one opportunity to the next, why a strong network is essential for growth, and how true connection requires vulnerability. Lamell reveals that it’s often in those vulnerable moments that we discover the most about ourselves—and the path forward.

It all begins with an idea.In this episode, Lamell welcomes his mentor, friend, and pioneering American civil-rights activist and social-justice giant, Reverend Al Sharpton. They explore Sharpton’s upbringing and his early mentorship under Rev. Jesse Jackson, then delve into the long-reaching impact of his civil-rights career and Rev. Jackson’s influence on both their lives and trajectories. Other topics include Sharpton’s latest applications of AI, his relationships with James Brown and Michael Jackson, and strategies for effective activism. The conversation also covers his transition to television, the role of faith in advocacy, and the future of civil-rights leadership.