“They said I couldn’t.”

Daphne Jones knows what it means to hear those words, and to keep going anyway.

She talks with George Kilpatrick about her book Win When They Say You Won’t, overcoming the voices of doubt, finding the right people in your corner and learning to win on purpose.

Jones also previews the new season of The Winner’s Circle: LIVE!, premiering on October 1st.

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Walter Dixie joins George Kilpatrick Inspiration for the Nation as Jubilee Homes celebrates 40 years of building, investing and creating opportunities in Syracuse.

Dixie reflects on Jubilee Homes‘ beginnings, the organization’s work to create affordable homeownership and stronger neighborhoods, and the people who helped shape its journey.

He says there’s much more ahead, including three major announcements coming at the 40th anniversary celebration on September 24.

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Major changes are underway in Syracuse.

Vicki Brackens and Mayor Sharon Owens continue their discussion in Part 2, taking a look at the proposed changes around Upstate University Hospital, East Adams Street, the reconstruction of 81 and 690, and the impact these projects could have on how people move through and experience the city.

And through it all, one message: Syracuse is growing.

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For more than three decades, the Westcott Street Cultural Fair has brought Syracuse together, and this year is no different.

Sharon Sherman joins George Kilpatrick Inspiration for the Nation to preview the 2026 Westcott Street Cultural Fair and everything visitors can expect on September 27.

With 140+ booths, food, entertainment, kids’ activities and community organizations, there’s plenty to explore.

As parking has become a challenge as the fair continues to grow, a FREE shuttle is being offered from 1204 East Fayette Street.

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Quitters. Campers. Climbers. Which one are you?

Dr. Willie Jolley returns to Inspiration for the Nation for a powerful conversation with George Kilpatrick about his newest book, You Can Win Now, If You Know How, and what it really takes to win in life.

Dr. Jolley breaks down his ABCs of Achievement and challenges us to stop settling, keep climbing and turn our losses into lessons. He also shares why the second half of the year can be a fresh opportunity to reset, refocus and make the rest of the year the best of the year.

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Every student deserves a community behind them.

That’s the message behind a community-wide effort reminding students that they have an entire village behind them.

George Kilpatrick sits down with Chief Karen Dotson and Director Akua Goodrich, Office of Family and Community Engagement, of the Syracuse City School District to talk about Syracuse Stands for Students and the importance of bringing families, schools and the community together.

The District plans to continue this effort at key moments through the school year.

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Part one with Mayor Sharon Owens is here!

Vicki Brackens and George Kilpatrick sit down with the Mayor of Syracuse for a wide-ranging conversation about the city’s growth, economic development and what’s next for Syracuse.

They talk about the Chris Brown & Usher concert, the impact it had across Syracuse, and what it could mean for the city’s future as a destination for major entertainment. Mayor Owens breaks down the city’s new nightlife economy initiative and the importance of equitable property revaluation.

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Know it. Name it. Stop it.

Dr. Shanelle Dawson joins George Kilpatrick Inspiration for the Nation to talk about her W.E.B. of Wisdom framework, wellness, equity, and business, and the personal experiences that shaped her work.

Dr. Dawson shares what she had to unlearn about her own worth, boundaries and access to herself. Her three new books each capture a different part of that journey.

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Michael Rhynes knows what it means to have your freedom taken away, and what it means to fight to get it back.

After 37 years of incarceration, Rhynes came home to a world that looked completely different from the one he knew when he went in. There was trauma to process, relationships to rebuild and an entirely new life to navigate. He didn’t stop there.

Through the arts, Rhynes has turned his experiences into a reason to serve others. His message is simple: keep going, get educated, and keep trying to make your voice heard.

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Growing a small business takes more than a good idea. It takes access to the right resources, education, relationships, and the mindset to recognize opportunities when they come.

Paisley Demby of Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses breaks down what entrepreneurs need to move from surviving to building sustainable businesses. From understanding how to access to capital to developing a real growth strategy, Demby shares practical lessons for business owners.

He also shares his journey on becoming a leader in economic development.

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