The Rashad Richey Morning Show had the pleasure of interviewing the iconic President and CEO of the National Urban League Marc H. Morial to speak about his new Book " The Gumbo Coalition: 10 Leadership Lessons That Help You Inspire, Unite, and Achieve " and documentary that is currently streaming on HBO Max " Gumbo Coalition " catching national attention.
In his book "The Gumbo Coalition: 10 Leadership Lessons that Help You Inspire, Unite, and Achieve," Marc Morial provides a comprehensive guide for those seeking to instigate lasting societal change. The accompanying documentary delves into Morial's personal journey in establishing the Gumbo Coalition, offering valuable insights on effective leadership, authenticity, and the cultivation of coalitions within communities. The film, spanning the years 2018 to 2021, addresses pertinent issues such as the resurgence of white supremacy and the divisiveness of the Trump era.
Mr. Morial reflected on his personal journey from the legal profession, where he was consistently the youngest person in the room, to his tenure as mayor and CEO of the National Urban League. Through his experiences, he came to understand that effective leadership is not about age, but rather the combination of passion, determination, and maturity. Mr. Morial stressed how important it is to lift up and create opportunities for young people to be at the table, stating, "We need the wisdom of the elders and energy of the young people to bring about change, not one or the other but both." This sentiment speaks volumes to the inclusive and collaborative leadership philosophy that characterizes Mr. Morial.
Mr. Morial believes in creating opportunities for young people to bring energy and perspective towards creating change. He emphasized that leadership is not just about being a leader, but also about being a teammate. The lessons he learned along his career have been documented in his new book, in which he stresses that individuals learn by doing and that classroom lessons can only go so far.
He shared that his lessons included the value of planning, the significance of being adaptable and embracing change, and the importance of compassion in all aspects of work. Mr. Morial highlighted how he learned these lessons through his observations and experiences, both as a young person and a professional. Additionally, he recognized that learning from others doesn't have to come from those in positions of power but can also come from interacting with people across all walks of life.
The conversation then shifted to Morial's new documentary, "The Gumbo Coalition." The film explores the troubling resurgence of white supremacy, family separation due to immigration policies, and the complex journey of incarceration to post-prison success. Mr. Morial spoke about the importance of coalition building and how his vision is to create a fair, just, equitable, and multicultural American future.
Furthermore, he continued to discuss his role as a visionary leader and the impact of his work as a mayor in 1994. To delve deeper into the story of Marc Morial, and to fully grasp the evolution of his pioneering efforts, click the link above.
Dr. Rashad Richey, host of the award-winning ‘Rashad Richey Morning Show’ on News & Talk 1380 – WAOK/V-103FM (HD3) (Weekdays 7am -10am), and the ‘Dr. Rashad Richey Review’ on SiriusXM’s Urban View (Sundays at 1pm and 9pm), was voted 'Best Talk Radio Personality in Atlanta' by readers of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and named 'Most Trusted Voice in Atlanta' by the Atlanta Business Journal, making him the first African-American to receive these distinctions.
The intelligent and fearless television news anchor for the opinion news show, 'Indisputable with Dr. Rashad Richey’ on the TYT Network, which was named 'fastest growing TV news show in America', and Political Commentator for The People's Station V-103 FM, America's largest urban station, also serves as President of Rolling Out, the largest free-print urban publication in the country. This multimedia powerhouse with over 3-million combined subscribers/followers on Facebook Watch, YouTube, Podcasts, and Twitch combined, is a noted multidisciplinary academic scholar and university professor/lecturer and an Emmy-nominated television Political Analyst for CBS News Atlanta.
Believing in the power of knowledge and education, Dr. Richey holds several advanced degrees, making him one of the most academically credentialed individuals in American history according to America News Now. Completing doctoral research studies in federal policy reform from Clark Atlanta University, Dr. Richey also holds a PhD from the Business University of Costa Rica where his research and doctoral dissertation highlighted the nuances and intersectionality of politics, policy and religion.
Being a student of leadership, Dr. Richey completed studies in Executive Leadership at Cornell University and was accepted into a specialty executive law program at Harvard University in International Finance: Policy, Regulation, and Transactions. Understanding the connectivity of culture and science, Dr. Richey earned his Master of Science in Neuroscience from the University of Pacific, where his master’s thesis researched cognitive functionalities of brain entrainment. Dr. Richey also completed a Master of Science in Applied Physics and Quantum Mechanics from Universidad Empresarial, his master’s thesis was adapted into a book titled, ‘Ancient Egyptian Mastery of Quantum Physics, Vibratory Frequency, and Geometric Sciences: An Overview of Complex Scientific Applications in Ancient Cultures’, which quickly became the #1 Physics, #1 Science, #1 History, and #1 Egyptian Genre book on the Amazon platform.
Recently, Dr. Richey completed his Juris Doctor (law degree) from Renaissance University after transferring from Birmingham School of Law, where he attended for 2 years. He accepted the position as Director of Global Legal Operations for the multinational law firm, The International Law Group of Human & Civil Rights Attorneys P.C., also known as The Fairness Firm, with offices in the USA, Canada, France, Spain, and Cape Town Africa.
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