Joanna McClinton

SummaryIn this episode of The Zekely Podcast, host Zeke interviews Joanna McClinton, the first Black woman to be elected Speaker of the House of Representatives in Pennsylvania. They discuss her journey in politics, the significance of the Crown Act, and the importance of equity and inclusion in Harrisburg. Joanna shares her experiences, the challenges she faced, and her vision for the future of Pennsylvania, emphasizing the need for civic engagement and community support. The conversation also touches on personal well-being, local businesses, and the role of the Democratic Party in advocating for the rights of everyday people.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Joanna McClinton02:03 Crown Act04:08 WDAS05:50 Radio Trivia07:47 Speaker of the House09:19 Why Democrat?10:58 The Eagles12:30 Eagles Trivia13:21 Fan Mail14:49 Name That Committee16:09 Zumba17:33 Disaffected18:56 Constitu-What?!20:50 Change23:07 It's Go Time24:41 Small Business Spotlight26:26 Favorite and Least Favorite28:40 Maintaining Decorum30:07 The Gentleman Will Suspend32:06 The Trifecta34:27 Hope36:00 The Future38:06 Wrap-UpJoanna McClinton: https://www.pahouse.com/McClinton/Constituent Services: https://www.pahouse.com/McClinton/Help-Services/Constituent-Services/Siddiq’s Water Ice: https://www.siddiqswaterice.com/Full Video Episode Available On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheZekelyPodcastShort Clips Can Be Found On TikTok: @drzeketayler/@thezekelypodcast and Instagram: @thezekelypodcastwww.thezekelypodcast.com