Tim Penix on the Future of SUNY EOC on George Kilpatrick Inspiration for the Nation

Tim Penix, Vice President of SUNY Syracuse Educational Opportunity Center (EOC), joins George Kilpatrick on Inspiration for the Nation to share how the EOC’s renovation is creating modern, start-of-the-art spaces for students and community members. Learn how the EOC meets people where they are, providing pathways to education and careers.

Inspiration for the Nation Sunday Mornings on Power 620: the iHeartRadio app and wherever you get your podcast.

Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a call to serve, uplift, and stand together. We honor Dr. King by continuing the work toward a more just and unified community.

Today, we remember his legacy.

🗓 Sunday | 9 AM ET
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Reality Check: The True Cost of Being Broke on George Kilpatrick Inspiration for the Nation

Overdraft fees. High interest rates. Buying cheap, paying more.

George Kilpatrick sits down with Mike Jennings to break down the true cost of being broke. He shares practical steps to build stability, avoid unnecessary fees, and make your money work for you.

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This Week (01/18/26) on Inspiration for the Nation: Freedom, Finance and Fundraising

Kicking off a jam packed week on George Kilpatrick Inspiration for the Nation!

This week (01/18/26), we honor the late Civil Rights Activist and Freedom Rider, Diane Nash, highlighting her impact and vision for justice and equality.

Mike Jennings breaks down the price of being broke and shares tips to help you navigate financial hardships. Syracuse Educational Opportunity Center VP Tim Penix brings updates on opportunity in the region, and Gwen Mouk and Don Johnson of the Syracuse/Onondaga NAACP gives us a sneak peek at their upcoming fundraiser.

PLUS, highlights from Dr. Juhanna Rogers, Sam Rowser and Dr. Patricia Washington.

🗓 Sunday | 9 AM ET
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Keeping the Dream Alive: MLK Day 2026 on George Kilpatrick Inspiration for the Nation

Reverend Phil Turner returns to George Kilpatrick Inspiration for the Nation to invite you to the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Service THIS THURSDAY, January 15th, at 6pm at Bethany Baptist Church. This year’s program features Reverend Carmi Washington Flood and Bishop Noel Jones. Join as we honor the dream and celebrate a more inclusive, beloved community.

See flyer below for more information.


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Dr. Ish Major on Healing, Self-Work & Relationships on George Kilpatrick Inspiration for the Nation

Relationship and life coach Dr. Ish Major and George Kilpatrick explore what it really takes to heal, love and grow. Learn how to give without losing yourself, set boundaries, and navigate the seasons of life with confidence and purpose.

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Mike Jennings: Newlyweds Financial Foundations on George Kilpatrick Inspiration for the Nation

Congratulations are in order for newlyweds Mike Jennings and his wife, Alia! 💍🥂

This week on George Kilpatrick Inspiration for the Nation, wealth advisor Mike Jennings turns his life moment into a real talk on money, marriage and teamwork. From joint accounts to taxes, he shares what newlyweds (and longtime couples) need to know to move forward together with clarity and confidence.

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This Week (01/11/26) on Inspiration for the Nation: Money, Love and Legacy

This week on George Kilpatrick Inspiration for the Nation,

Mike Jennings shares financial insight for newlyweds. Dr. Ish Major discusses relationships, and Rev. Phil Turner returns to talk MLK Day programming.

🗓 Sunday | 9 AM ET
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Inspiration for the Nation Sunday Mornings on Power 620: the iHeartRadio app and wherever you get your podcast.

Dr. Willie Jolley: Rich vs. Wealthy on George Kilpatrick Inspiration for the Nation

What’s the real difference between being rich and being wealthy? In this segment of George Kilpatrick Inspiration for the Nation, Dr. Willie Jolley shares the moment he realized that wealth is created by ownership, plannings and systems that outlive us. He discusses mindset, discipline and the importance of teaching the next generation how money actually works.

Inspiration for the Nation Sunday Mornings on Power 620: the iHeartRadio app and wherever you get your podcast.

Dr. Pearson on Reclaiming Power & Purpose on George Kilpatrick Inspiration for the Nation

Author and nurse practitioner Dr. Brandiss Pearson joins George Kilpatrick Inspiration for the Nation to challenge traditional ideas of leadership. In a conversation inspired by her new book, “The Other Side of Leadership,” she reflects on belonging, identity, and the responsibility that comes with having a seat at the table, reminding us that leaders are not here to decorate rooms, but to reshape them.

Inspiration for the Nation Sunday Mornings on Power 620: the iHeartRadio app and wherever you get your podcast.