In this episode of Defying Gravity, we're joined by Alabama State University Men's Basketball Head Coach Tony Madlock and rising star Micah Simpson for an inspiring conversation about leadership, resilience, and making history.

Coach Madlock shares his journey through college basketball, the lessons that shaped his coaching philosophy, and how he’s building a winning culture at ASU. Micah Simpson brings the player’s perspective — what it takes to thrive under pressure, represent your school with pride, and stay focused in an era of distractions.

We also dive into:

• How Coach Madlock and Micah connected at ASU

• The impact of NIL on today's athletes

• The mental toughness it takes to defy expectations

• Jordan vs. LeBron debates (of course!)

• Advice for young athletes chasing big dreams

🎙 Defying Gravity is all about real conversations with real leaders who rise above challenges and create new possibilities.

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“I didn’t come to maintain the status quo — I came to move us forward.”In this special feature from the Defying Gravity Podcast, get a powerful first look at Dr. Zickeyous Byrd — the new superintendent of Montgomery Public Schools.This short-form piece highlights Dr. Byrd’s bold mindset, personal journey, and the energy he's bringing into his first 100 days. It’s not just about goals — it’s about transformation, connection, and a call to rise together.🎧 Watch, share, and get ready for the full conversation coming soon.#DefyingGravityPodcast #DrByrd #MPSLeadership #First100Days #EducationWithPurpose #MontgomeryMomentum

Kevin King | Building Community Through Art | Defying Gravity Podcast

In this episode of the Defying Gravity Podcast, host Terrence Wolfgang Baldwin sits down with Kevin King—artist, community builder, and founder of The King’s Canvas in Montgomery, Alabama.

Kevin shares his journey from moving into Montgomery’s historic Washington Park neighborhood to launching a creative space that’s become a cultural force. From fatherhood to mental health, art as therapy to entrepreneurship, we explore how Kevin uses his gifts to defy the odds and uplift the unseen.

🔥 Topics Covered:

• The origin of The King’s Canvas

• Art as a tool for healing and transformation

• Mental health and the creative process

• The future of arts in underserved communities

• Fun game of “This or That” with cultural icons

🎨 Whether you’re an artist, entrepreneur, educator, or just someone trying to find purpose in the process—this one will speak to you.

📍 Filmed in Montgomery, Alabama
🎙 Hosted by Terrence Wolfgang Baldwin
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In the inaugural episode of Defying Gravity with Terrence Wolfgang Baldwin, we sit down with a trailblazer who knows what it means to push past limits—Mayor Steven L. Reed, the first Black mayor of Montgomery, Alabama.