EPISODE · Jan 29, 2025 · 53 MIN
Conversation with Lawyer & West Virginia House of Delegates Member, Hollis Lewis
from Prepare For Takeoff · host Terry L. Cyrus
Prepare For Takeoff Podcast Creator & Host Terry L. Cyrus (Founder & CEO of Outspoken Media Group) sits down with Lawyer & West Virginia House of Delegates Member, Hollis Lewis. He discusses growing up in Charleston, West Virginia and the impact substance abuse had on his childhood. Hollis shares how sports helped him navigate his circumstances, which led to playing college football at West Virginia State University. He explains the cultural shock experienced upon moving to Baton Rouge, Louisiana to attend Southern University Law Center. Hollis discusses his eventual return to West Virginia in order to make a difference in the community after earning his law degree. He talks about the brotherhood bond in his beloved Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated. Hollis shares about the importance of emotional intelligence, community engagement and representation in politics. He explains insights on balancing family life with professional responsibilities and offers advice for aspiring politicians. Hollis emphasizes the significance of pooling resources in order to create change within the Black community. This thought provoking conversation with Hollis Lewis will definitely help you Prepare For Takeoff.
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Prepare For Takeoff Podcast Creator & Host Terry L. Cyrus (Founder & CEO of Outspoken Media Group) sits down with Lawyer & West Virginia House of Delegates Member, Hollis Lewis. He discusses growing up in Charleston, West Virginia and the impact substance abuse had on his childhood. Hollis shares how sports helped him navigate his circumstances, which led to playing college football at West Virginia State University. He explains the cultural shock experienced upon moving to Baton Rouge, Louisiana to attend Southern University Law Center. Hollis discusses his eventual return to West Virginia in order to make a difference in the community after earning his law degree. He talks about the brotherhood bond in his beloved Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated. Hollis shares about the importance of emotional intelligence, community engagement and representation in politics. He explains insights on balancing family life with professional responsibilities and offers advice for aspiring politicians. Hollis emphasizes the significance of pooling resources in order to create change within the Black community. This thought provoking conversation with Hollis Lewis will definitely help you Prepare For Takeoff.
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