DeRay Mckesson On Borrowing Beyoncé’s Office & British Divas

What songs fuel a movement? Eric sits down with civil rights activist, author, and Pod Save the People host DeRay Mckesson. Known for his pivotal role in the Black Lives Matter movement and his relentless work in social justice and policy reform, DeRay joins us to discuss the music that has shaped his journey and sustains his spirit.From his early days as a Baltimore educator to his time on the front lines in Ferguson, DeRay shares the tracks that provided him with strength, focus, and joy.Best Song Ever Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/0BxcqqoHmU37BgDJA9JxZD?si=364983290291429b00:00:00:00 - Intro04:37 - When you were in 6th Grade, what song made you feel like the absolute coolest person ever?08:00 - What is a song that reminds you of a teenage love?10:39 - What is a song that reminds you of an old job you had?17:11 - Three Stupid Questions!22:54 - What is a song people might be surprised to learn you love?25:15 - What is the greatest protest song of all time?27:49 - What's a really really really old song that you love?30:07 - You’ve been abducted by aliens who want to understand music on Earth. What is the first song you play them?31:49 - What song are you currently obsessed with?37:35 - Best. Song. Ever!!-------------------Songversations with Eric Hutchinson Produced by Alex ByrnesEdited by Jonathan GrimmContact us at: [email protected] @SongversationsNationBest Song Ever Playlisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/65XKaQjYWFq7ak4DHFkpAj?si=fa5362c482294d1bBecome part of the Songversations Nation!- Hear this podcast first and ad-free!- Get special content and playlists- Plus MORE!Patreon.com/SongversationsNation Find out more about Eric Hutchinson: Instagram @EricHutchinsonTikTok @EricHutchinsonOfficialEricHutchinson.com