Dr. Tim Golden is a professor of philosophy, legal studies coordinator, and a criminal defense attorney with twenty years of experience in Philadelphia and federal courts. He joined Solomon Jones to discuss Todd Blanche refusing to pledge the Department of Justice's independence from the White House.

Michael Coard is an Attorney, and the host of WURD Radio's Radio Courtroom show. He joined Solomon Jones to discuss the new rule on second degree murder in Pennsylvania.

OJ Spivey is an award-winning Sportswriter and Columnist. He joined Solomon Jones to discuss the Eagles preseason matchup against the Ravens Saturday, the current state of the Phillies, the excitement over the Sixers season, and Caitlin Clark.

Retired Staff Sargeant Jabbar Magruder discusses the plight of Sailors and Marines stuck on the USS Abraham Lincoln and the challenge of long deployments.

Independent journalist Justin Glawe discusses the Trump administration's known efforts to interfere in the midterm elections and what state and local officials are doing to counter them.

Dr. Peterson welcomes back to Evening WURDs Morgan Cephas, who represents the 192nd House District of Philadelphia, which covers district political and geographic areas across Center City, South Philadelphia and West Philadelphia; and who has passed legislation for gun violence reduction, the improvement of maternal health, and job creation. The State Rep. sits down with Dr. Peterson to discuss the Pennsylvania Literacy Coalition

Dr. Peterson is joined by Maria Davis-Pierre, a licensed mental health counselor, autism awareness advocate, and founder of Autism In Black. With a keen ability to educate and guide communities in desperate need of resources and support, Ms. Davis-Pierre has transformed the lives of countless Black families parenting autistic children. Together, they discuss Autism In Black and its resources for children, parents, and couples.

Dr. Peterson speaks to longtime educators Drs. Tahiya and Majahid Nyahuma join the show to discuss the demolition of their family home at 15th and Lehigh by Philadelphia’s Department of Licenses and Inspections.

Salome (Sal-Oh-May) Hall (she/they) is the founder of Sisters Affirming Sisterhood (SAS) Project, an initiative at the intersection of sustainability, social equity, and community empowerment. A U.S. Navy veteran and Philadelphia-based leader, Hall is redefining solidarity, activism, and sustainable fashion on a national stage.

Sisters Affirming Sisterhood (SAS) Project is inviting the community to celebrate the life, legacy and enduring impact of LGBTQ+ icon and activist Marsha P. Johnson during the Happy Birthday, Marsha! Cookout, a free community celebration on Sunday, Aug. 23, from 3 to 9 p.m. at The Lawn at uCity Square, 37th and Filbert streets in Philadelphia.

Co-created with Philadelphia artist Precious, the annual event transforms Marsha P. Johnson's birthday into a day rooted in queer joy, mutual aid and collective care. Designed as more than a celebration, the cookout serves as a one-stop community experience where attendees can access essential resources, build meaningful connections and celebrate Black queer culture in an affirming environment.

Salome joins the show to further discuss the "Happy Birthday, Marsha! Cookout".

Making her first appearance on On The Record w/ Ernest Owens is City Controller Christy Brady, who has nearly 30 years of experience across a variety of roles in the Philadelphia Office of the City Controller to discuss the Philadelphia school audits and how the PPA's revenue goes back into the school district.