On February 21, 1965, Malcolm X was assassinated. The world was robbed of a visionary thinker and leader. His image remains marred by the FBI's efforts to discredit him and America's continuing disdain for Muslims. Still, those who know the truth of this revolutionary for justice remain hopeful that his goals of human uplift will be fulfilled.

Rep. John Lewis is the subject of this mini-pod. Lewis has been on the forefront of social justice work in America for nearly sixty years. His efforts at securing human equality have taken him from the brink of death to being awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Enjoy this super short podcast about a true American hero.

Nat Turner was inspired by Christianity to forge a path of liberation as Moses and Jesus had done. Here's a quick look at his efforts to pave the way for the freedom of his people.

This Black History Mini-Pod focuses on the most famous Black person in the world, President Barack Obama.

Obama's rise to the White House and massive accomplishments as POTUS have made him not just famous, but an incredibly important global figure.

Find out more in this small but mighty podcast!

John Keele returns to chat with Franklin about the raucous NBA trade deadline, which Eastern teams made the biggest moves and whether anyone can challenge the Warriors (now or ever!) dynasty.

John drops some knowledge about advanced stats and we even discuss whether there's a place in this new landscape for Carmelo to finish out his career and why Rudy Gobert gets no love.

Paul Robeson, legendary Renaissance man, is the subject of this Black History Mini-Pod. Robeson's legacy has been given limited attention because of his associations with socialist groups. The unpopularity of his political thought should never obscure his tremendous accomplishments. Don't let McCarthy win!

Instead, enjoy this short look at an amazing African American icon.

Franklin shares his reflections on the life and sacrifice of Rosa Parks, "the mother of the Civil Rights Movement".

Enjoy this short, important podcast.

Here's a grouping of poems coming out of my experiences with winter weather. Midwestern, midwinter weather.

Enjoy this short, timely poetry pod.

Franklin is joined by John Robinson, a high school senior who spent the fall semester in the Netherlands.

John shares some of his adventures with us, including his discoveries of true love, Italy and a brand new plan for college.

Enjoy!

It's time. Actually, it's past time. We need to start talking about impeaching the President of the United States.

Loudly.