September 2026 | Season 03, Episode 08
Protecting Our Legacy, Living Well & Building Community Power

What does it take to protect our families, age well, and build a more accountable Akron? Co-hosts Dr. Lathardus Goggins II and Willie B welcome September’s special guest, G. Felicia Williams, Health Committee Chair, for a conversation connecting family legacy, community wellness, and organized action.

Recapping the September 17 general membership meeting, the hosts explore estate planning, probate, and the importance of family conversations about inheritance, beneficiaries, and protecting family homes. The discussion underscores the need to turn information into action to preserve wealth across generations.

Williams shares a health and wellness moment focused on aging well—maintaining strength, independence, relationships, and quality of life. She highlights movement, preventive care, social connection, and upcoming mobile mammography opportunities.

The episode also features updates on education advocacy, veterans’ support, voter engagement, and local ballot proposals addressing housing discrimination, rental fees, security deposits, and police oversight.

The Black History Moment celebrates Nichelle Nichols’ groundbreaking portrayal of Lieutenant Uhura as Star Trek marks its 60th anniversary, exploring representation, Afrofuturism, and why seeing ourselves in the future matters today.

Listen, share, and stay engaged—because knowledge is power, and organized power makes change happen.

Co-hosts: Dr. Lathardus Goggins II and Willie B
Production Director: Demetrius Goggins
Special Guest: G. Felicia Williams, Health Committee Chair

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Season 03, Episode 07 — Back from the Break: Community, Convention & What’s Ahead

The NAACP Akron Power & Community Podcast returns from its July break. Co-hosts Dr. Lathardus Goggins II and Willie B. (William E. Blake) reconnect to discuss current issues affecting the community, reflect on the 2026 NAACP National Convention, and recap highlights from the August NAACP Akron general meeting.

The conversation also looks ahead to upcoming events and opportunities for community engagement while sharing resources listeners can use to stay informed, connected, and involved.

Recorded August 2026.

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In Episode 6 of the NAACP Akron Unit’s Power and Community podcast, Dr. Goggins and Willie B. reflect on a powerful June filled with Juneteenth celebrations, community education, civic engagement, and renewed calls for organized action. The conversation highlights the importance of staying informed, protecting voting rights, supporting justice-centered organizations, and continuing the work with integrity, courage, and steadfastness.

Resource & mentioned links:

Previous housing/zoning episode referenced in the transcript
https://naacpakronpodcast.buzzsprout.com/2500020/episodes/18956363-power-community-podcast-season-3-episode-3-march-2026 - Discussing Akron zoning, minimum lot sizes, and housing density.

City of Akron Planning & Urban Development / zoning information
https://www.akronohio.gov/departments/planning_urban_development/index.php
About zoning changes, minimum lot sizes, single-family zoning, and development standards. (akronohio.gov)

Juneteenth Stronger Together Celebration 2026
https://www.akronurbanleague.org/event/juneteenth-stronger-together-celebration-2026/

117th NAACP National Convention
https://naacp.org/convention
NAACP National Convention in Chicago; July 18–22, 2026. (NAACP)

Obama Presidential Center tickets/info
https://www.obama.org/visit/museum-tickets/
The official page has the most current museum ticket information - obama.org

Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic / HBCU events
https://www.profootballhof.com/black-college-football-hall-of-fame-classic/schedule-of-events - This supports the HBCU Classic, college fair, Battle of the Bands, and related opportunities discussed in the episode. (Pro Football Hall of Fame)

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