Linn Washington Jr. is a Professor of Journalism at Temple, where he is a co-founder of the award-winning Multimedia Urban Reporting Lab. In addition to his Temple degrees, Washington holds a law degree from Yale University. He joined Solomon Jones to discuss the Slave Memorial.

The “Ready for 2026: Getting Your Business in Order” panel, sponsored by TruMark Financial Credit Union, brings together industry experts to help small business owners and entrepreneurs prepare for the anticipated surge in tourism coming to Philadelphia. The discussion will focus on maximizing success and profitability in 2026, as well as the importance of insurance planning and meeting tax preparation deadlines. Panelists include Regina Hairston, President and CEO of the American Chamber of Commerce for Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware; Michael Horsey, a Certified Public Accountant with more than 40 years of experience in audit, taxation, and financial analysis across nonprofit, government, and private sectors; and Jack Eckhart, Director of Government Banking at TruMark Financial Credit Union, an accomplished executive with a strong background in customer service.

Dr. Peterson is joined by returning guest District Attorney Larry Krasner to discuss the recent ICE Out rally at City Hall in Philadelphia and the recently announced ICE Out legislation, which would block city property from being used for immigration enforcement while strengthening the limits on collaboration with ICE, preventing deputization of local law.

Dara Rahill is the founder of Dara Rae Matchmaking, where she creates highly personalized dating experiences for Philly professionals seeking meaningful, lasting relationships. Dara is one of Philly's most sought-after matchmakers for accomplished singles. A former school psychologist, she brings a rare blend of psychological insight and recruiting expertise to modern dating.

Dara joins the show to further discuss the concept of choosing yourself without sabotaging love in a relationship.

P. K. Edgewater is a military veteran, a doctor of 40 years, and is the debut author of a novel, Passages: A Voyage From War To Peace. This book offers a deeply human perspective on recovery after conflict. The book focuses not just on war itself, but on the mental health challenges that follow- trauma, grief, moral injury- and the difficult work of healing.

P.K. joins the show to further talk about the context of his book, and his take on how trauma affects our lives.

Steven Underwood is the author of "Forever for the Culture: Notes from the New Digital Black Arts Renaissance". He joined Solomon Jones to discuss more about the book and where people can find it.

Steven’s book is a tribute to and chronicle of the latest era of Black contribution to the arts, namely, digital arts & content creation. His writing traces the milestones of Black viral history and gives credit to those its due. A culture critic by trade, Steven also examines the implications of internet fame and chasing cash-powered dreams in a white capitalist system.

OJ Spivey is an award-winning sports writer for the Philadelphia Tribune. He joined Solomon Jones to discuss the Philadelphia Eagles first round exit, they're search for a new offensive coordinator, and the Philadelphia 76ers' recent struggles.

Dr. Tony Watlington is the Philadelphia School Superintendent. He joined Solomon Jones to discuss the Philadelphia school district wanting to close 20 schools starting in 2027.

Dr. Delana Wardlaw and Dr. Elana McDonald are the Twin Sister Docs. They joined Solomon Jones to discuss new studies regarding heavy drinking, cardiovascular risks in childhood, caregiving for grandchildren, and the Texas Children's Pediatrics treating hunger as a diagnosis.

Dr. Akibe James is the Lead Physician at Penn Medicine. She joined Karen Taylor Bass on Cervical Cancer awareness month to discuss the importance of screening for cervical cancer, and wellness for black woman.