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On this episode of The Power Shift Podcast, Louisville Urban League President & CEO Lyndon Pryor sits down with former Kentucky State Representative Attica Scott for a powerful conversation about civic engagement, advocacy, and the role we all play in shaping our communities. From local elections and the issues on the ballot to understanding how everyday decisions are connected to public policy, this conversation is a reminder that your voice matters, your vote matters, and real change starts with showing up. Pledge to vote and access voter resources at thepowershift26.org.

On this episode of The Power Shift Podcast, Louisville Urban League President & CEO Lyndon Pryor sits down with Metro Councilwoman and mayoral candidate Shameka Parrish-Wright for an in-depth conversation about the future of Louisville. From public safety and criminal justice reform to affordable housing, economic opportunity, and community-centered governance, Parrish-Wright shares her perspectives, priorities, and vision for the city. The Power Shift Podcast is committed to connecting local issues to the ballot through informative, nonpartisan conversations that help voters make informed decisions. Learn more and prepare for the November 3 election at thepowershift26.org.

In this episode of the Power Shift Podcast, Louisville Urban League President & CEO Lyndon Pryor sits down with Dr. Ricky L. Jones for a candid conversation about politics, education, power, and civic engagement. They explore the connection between higher education and political power, the challenges facing Black communities and institutions, and why voting is only one part of creating lasting change. The conversation challenges listeners to think critically, stay informed, and remain engaged beyond the ballot box. Join the Power Shift: ⁠⁠thepowershift26.org⁠ Pledge to Vote: ⁠⁠bit.ly/LULPledge⁠⁠ Follow Us on Social Media: ⁠             ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠

In this episode of the Power Shift Podcast, Louisville Urban League President & CEO Lyndon Pryor sits down with Elishia Durrett Johnson of the Street Widows Foundation to discuss the launch of Widows 9-1-1, a rapid-response and 90-day support program designed to help widows and families navigating grief after gun violence, overdose, and other stigmatized deaths. They explore the importance of trauma-informed care, access to community resources, and how public policy and funding decisions can directly impact the support available to families in times of crisis. The conversation also highlights the connection between community needs and civic participation, emphasizing how decisions around funding, mental health resources, violence prevention, and other local services are shaped by public policy. Pledge to vote: thepowershift26.org Street Widows Foundation: https://streetwidows.org/

In this episode of the Power Shift Podcast, Lyndon Pryor sits down with Ebony O’Rea for a conversation about creating safer, more supportive spaces for Louisville’s young people. They explore the Louisville Youth Opportunity Agenda, the community-based public safety ecosystem, and the need for stronger investment in youth development, prevention, intervention, and reentry. Ebony also shares what young people are saying about community safety, the support they need from trusted adults, and why prevention and social-emotional development are critical to creating better outcomes for Louisville youth. Join the Power Shift ❤️ Learn more about The Power Shift 26:thepowershift26.org Follow the Louisville Urban League:Facebook: @LouisvilleUrbanLeagueInstagram: @LouisvilleUrbanLeagueLinkedIn: Louisville Urban League

In this episode of The Power Shift Podcast, Dr. George Moorman joins us for a powerful conversation on juvenile justice, youth violence, and the role we all play in building safer, stronger communities. Drawing from his own journey—from experiencing the juvenile justice system and addiction to earning multiple advanced degrees and dedicating his life to serving young people—Dr. Moorman discusses peer influence, social media, family and community environments, and the pressures facing today’s youth. He also shares solutions centered on mentorship, rites of passage programs, community involvement, emotional development, and creating safe spaces for young people. The conversation is also a reminder that we cannot simply incarcerate our way out of the challenges facing our youth. Creating change requires community involvement, investment, love, and showing up at the ballot box. Join The Power Shift. Pledge to Vote. Use your power. 🌐 Learn more: thepowershift26.org Follow the Louisville Urban League on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X for more conversations about the issues impacting our community.

Connecting the Dots with Jecorey Arthur What does voting have to do with the issues affecting your everyday life? In this episode of The Power Shift Podcast, Jecorey Arthur joins the Louisville Urban League to connect the dots between voting, policy, community organizing, and real change. From engaging elected officials to finding your “organizing home,” the conversation explores how showing up—and showing up together—builds power. Join the Power Shift: https://www.thepowershift26.org/Pledge to Vote: http://bit.ly/LULPledge%E2%81%A0 Follow Us on Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleUrbanLeague/Twitter: https://twitter.com/LouisvilleULInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisville_ul/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/louisville-urban-league

In this episode of The Power Shift Podcast, we sit down with Louisville Metro Councilman J.P. Lyninger to discuss data centers and their potential impact on Louisville. We explore what residents should know about energy and water usage, infrastructure, economic development, environmental concerns, and community accountability. Tune in to learn how data centers could shape Louisville’s future—and why community voices must remain part of the conversation. Join the Power Shift: https://www.thepowershift26.org/Pledge to Vote: http://bit.ly/LULPledge%E2%81%A0Follow Us on Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LouisvilleUrbanLeague/Twitter: https://twitter.com/LouisvilleULInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisville_ul/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/louisville-urban-league

In this episode of Listen Up!, we sit down with Amber Duke, Executive Director of the ACLU of Kentucky, to discuss immigration enforcement and Louisville Metro Government’s cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Amber explains Louisville Metro Department of Corrections’ ICE detainer policy, how it affects immigrant families and the local jail system, and why transparency and accountability from local government matter. The conversation also explores the role residents can play in staying informed, protecting civil liberties, and holding elected officials accountable for decisions that impact our communities. Listen now to better understand what is happening in Louisville and why local policies matter. Join the Power Shift: ⁠⁠thepowershift26.org⁠ Pledge to Vote: ⁠⁠bit.ly/LULPledge⁠⁠ Follow Us on Social Media: ⁠             ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠

What does it really mean to protect civil rights and hold systems accountable? On this episode of The Power Shift Podcast, Felicia Nu’Man sits down with civil rights attorney Sara E. Collins to discuss the importance of civil rights law, police misconduct, racial discrimination, transparency, and accountability. Collins shares why supporting good policing also means speaking out against misconduct—and why acknowledging the community’s lived experiences is essential to building trust. The conversation also explores the power of voting and civic engagement. Collins reminds listeners that creating change means questioning leaders, demanding better, and using the power of the ballot box. Your voice matters. Your rights matter. Your vote matters. Join the Power Shift: ⁠thepowershift26.org Pledge to Vote: ⁠bit.ly/LULPledge⁠ Follow Us on Social Media: ⁠             Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn

In this episode of The Power Shift Podcast, Louisville Urban League President & CEO Lyndon Pryor sits down with community leader and former principal Michelle Pennix to discuss why education is on the ballot this November. From the launch of Beyond Backpacks and the importance of family engagement in schools to the critical role of the JCPS School Board, the conversation explores how our choices at the ballot box directly impact students, families, and the future of public education. With all five JCPS School Board seats on the ballot, voters have an opportunity to learn about the candidates, ask the right questions, and understand who will be making decisions about student achievement, budgets, transportation, and other issues affecting Jefferson County students. 🗳️ Your voice matters. Your vote matters. Education is on the ballot. The Louisville Urban League will host School Board Candidate Forums beginning August 18, giving community members the opportunity to hear directly from candidates and learn where they stand on the issues impacting JCPS students and families. Register for the School Board Forums: thepowershift26.org Take the pledge. Get informed. Show up. Vote November 3. Join the Power Shift: ⁠lul.org/vote⁠ Pledge to Vote: ⁠bit.ly/LULPledge⁠ Follow Us on Social Media: ⁠             Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn

In this episode of Listen Up, Louisville Urban League President & CEO Lyndon Pryor sits down with WDRB Investigative Reporter Gilbert Corsey to unpack the latest data on LMPD traffic stops and what it reveals about policing in Louisville. Together, they examine the findings of a recent independent analysis, discuss disparities in traffic stops and discretionary searches, explore the responses from city leaders, and talk about why transparency, accountability, and informed civic engagement matter. This conversation connects local issues to the power of community voices and the importance of staying informed ahead of the upcoming election. Join the Power Shift: ⁠thepowershift26.org Pledge to Vote: ⁠bit.ly/LULPledge⁠ Follow Us on Social Media: ⁠             Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn

🎙️ LIVE from the National Urban League Conference in Nashville! The latest Power Shift podcast features Louisville Urban League President & CEO Lyndon Pryor alongside Paris Smith of the Lorain County Urban League discussing why every vote matters, the importance of investing in the next generation, and how communities across the country are joining the Power Shift movement to increase voter turnout. The message is simple: we're not facing a voter registration problem—we're facing a voter turnout problem. Your voice. Your vote. Your power. 🗳️✊🏾 Join the Power Shift: ⁠⁠lul.org/vote⁠⁠ Pledge to Vote: ⁠⁠bit.ly/LULPledge⁠⁠ Follow Us on Social Media: ⁠             ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn #ThePowerShift #PowerShift26 #VoteLocal #UrbanLeague #NationalUrbanLeague #CivicEngagement

In this episode of the Louisville Urban League Podcast, we are joined by Assistant Director Kiara Gray from the Louisville Urban League (LUL) Center for Youth Development and Education Programs for an insightful discussion on the vital role education plays in empowering youth and strengthening communities. Kiara shares how the Louisville Urban League's Center for Youth Development and Education Programs equips young people with the resources, guidance, and opportunities they need to achieve academic success, develop leadership skills, and prepare for future careers. The conversation also highlights the importance of mentorship, community engagement, and expanding access to quality educational programs that create lasting impact. For more information about: JCPS:  https://www.jefferson.kyschools.us/ Join the Power Shift: ⁠lul.org/vote⁠ Pledge to Vote: ⁠bit.ly/LULPledge⁠ Follow Us on Social Media: ⁠             Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn

How does the Kentucky General Assembly impact your everyday life? In this episode of the Power Shift Podcast, Senator Keturah Herron joins us to break down how state government works, why local and state elections matter, and how decisions made in Frankfort affect everything from housing and transportation to economic development and public policy. Senator Herron shares how she represents one of Kentucky's most diverse districts, discusses legislation she's proud to have passed, and explains how constituent voices help shape the policies she champions. The conversation also explores the importance of civic engagement, creating opportunities for young people, and why voting is one of the most powerful tools communities have to create change. Whether you're new to state politics or looking to become a more informed voter, this episode offers practical insight into how government works—and why your voice matters. Take the Power Shift Pledge and learn more: thepowershift26.org Join the Power Shift: ⁠⁠lul.org/vote⁠⁠ Pledge to Vote: ⁠⁠bit.ly/LULPledge⁠⁠ Follow Us on Social Media: ⁠             ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠