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For generations, the Dunbar Association has served as a gathering place for the Syracuse community. Now, Executive Director Andre Harper is helping bring people together around voter participation through Get Out the Vote initiative, community partnerships, and the organization's Election Day Breakfast tradition. Harper talks about his original song created to encourage civic engagement. Inspiration for the Nation Sunday Mornings on Power 620: the iHeartRadio app and wherever you get your podcast.

The legacy of Floyd Little lives through the people he inspired and the community he served. DeBorah Little reflects on the generosity of her late husband, Pro Football Hall of Famer Floyd Little, the lessons he left behind and the mission of Foundation 44. She also shares details about a special event at Syracuse University celebrating the greatness of No. 44.Inspiration for the Nation Sunday Mornings on Power 620: the iHeartRadio app and wherever you get your podcast.

What does it take to break the cycle of poverty? This week, Frank Ridzi, Vice President of Community Investments at the Central New York Community Foundation, joins Inspiration for the Nation to examine the roots of income inequality in Central New York, from housing and education to access to jobs and professional networks. A conversation about the challenges facing our communities, and the work ahead to create meaningful change. Inspiration for the Nation Sunday Mornings on Power 620: the iHeartRadio app and wherever you get your podcast.

Before you head to the polls, make sure you know your options. Dustin Czarny, Democratic Elections Commissioner for Onondaga County, joins George Kilpatrick to help voters understand the process and prepare for Election Day. He breaks down registration early voting locations, mail-in ballots and how to review what's on your ballot. Inspiration for the Nation Sunday Mornings on Power 620: the iHeartRadio app and wherever you get your podcast.

Your financial future and civic voice both deserve your attention. This week, George Kilpatrick and Vicki Brackens talk the importance of voting, the impact of inflation on everyday spending, and the steps you can take now to prepare your finances for the year ahead. Inspiration for the Nation Sunday Mornings on Power 620: the iHeartRadio app and wherever you get your podcast.

Black male educators are essential to our schools, but what happens when they're expected to discipline instead of lead, or navigate systemic barriers without the mentorship and support they need? Dr. Ronardo Reeves, author of Standing in the Gap: A Career Playbook for Black Male Educators Navigating Systemic Obstacles and Building Lasting Leadership in Public Education, joins George Kilpatrick to discuss representation, leadership, mental health and what it takes to build a lasting career in education. Inspiration for the Nation Sunday Mornings on Power 620: the iHeartRadio app and wherever you get your podcast.

Small businesses need more than a great idea. They need access to capital, the right connections and resources to turn opportunity into growth. Bishop Ronald Dewberry, Malini Krishna and Sherri Falck discuss the upcoming Minorities & Women's Business Economic Empowerment Summit. They explore how entrepreneurs can navigate business financing, AI tools and prepare to take advantage of Central New York's economic opportunities. This 8th Annual summit will be held October 16th at the Marriott Syracuse Downtown from 9:00 - 5:00pm. Inspiration for the Nation Sunday Mornings on Power 620: the iHeartRadio app and wherever you get your podcast.

Power, sales and capital. According to America's Money Maven, Vicki Brackens, these three forces shape more of our world than we may realize. This week, Vicki breaks down rising interest rates, the bond market and what investors should understand before making decisions about their portfolios. She also explains why voting is an important way to exercise your power. Inspiration for the Nation Sunday Mornings on Power 620: the iHeartRadio app and wherever you get your podcast.

Mary Nelson has spent her life turning what she's been through into a reason to keep showing up for others. In this episode, she talks about her new memoir, the Mary Nelson Center, the people who helped shape her journey and why she believes no one has to stay stuck. Nelson also shares what's ahead for the Beyond the Dream Gala on October 17 at the Palladium, celebrating women in the community and supporting the center's continued work. Inspiration for the Nation Sunday Mornings on Power 620: the iHeartRadio app and wherever you get your podcast

Reading is more than a skill. It's a key that can unlock opportunity. Through the 315 Reading Academy, Donna Satcher-Jackson and Sam Rowser are helping make sure young people in Syracuse have that key. The Academy is a grassroots program providing one-on-one reading support to students from first through eighth grade. They're calling on YOU (the community), for more tutors, more resources and more people willing to step up. Inspiration for the Nation Sunday Mornings on Power 620: the iHeartRadio app and wherever you get your podcast.

Vicki Brackens is shining a light on the people helping Syracuse grow. In this conversation, she talks about the people creating opportunities, building community and investing in what's next for Syracuse. Brackens also shares why your network, your reputation, and they way you show up in your community matter. She calls it your "capital stack." Who in Syracuse who deserves more recognition? Inspiration for the Nation Sunday Mornings on Power 620: the iHeartRadio app and wherever you get your podcast.

Can we talk? For Black men, conversations about mental health can be difficult to start, and even harder to continue. Terrian Garvis and David Cadet join George Kilpatrick to talk about creating spaces where Black men can be vulnerable, build trust, check in on one another and take the next step toward getting support. They share details on the upcoming Black Male Mental Health Summit, on October 3 at SUNY Oswego Metro. Inspiration for the Nation Sunday Mornings on Power 620: the iHeartRadio app and wherever you get your podcast.

Books do more than tell stories. They give us history, perspective and a chance to see experiences beyond our own. So what happens when those stories are taken away? Dr. Joan Bryant joins George Kilpatrick to explore why Black books continue to face challenges and what can be lost when those stories are removed from classrooms, libraries and prisons. She also shares what to expect at Syracuse University's upcoming Black & Banned Readout. Inspiration for the Nation Sunday Mornings on Power 620: the iHeartRadio app and wherever you get your podcast.

You've spent years putting money away for retirement. But have you thought about how that money will actually support you once you stop working? America's Money Maven, Vicki Brackens, joins George Kilpatrick to talk about turning retirement savings into a sustainable source of income, and the factors that can shape what your retirement paycheck looks like. Learn why your retirement plan should go beyond "building the nest egg." Inspiration for the Nation Sunday Mornings on Power 620: the iHeartRadio app and wherever you get your podcast.

We Grown Now. That's the message behind a new effort to reach younger voters, not by lecturing them, but by meeting them where they are. George talks with Gwendolyn Muok, Linda Ervin and Eric Jackson about the campaign, the importance of voter registration and the work underway to bring more people to the polls. Inspiration for the Nation Sunday Mornings on Power 620: the iHeartRadio app and wherever you get your podcast.