Special MLK Day Episode
from Four Hundred & Nineteen Hosted by Gretchen DeBacker, Matt Killam and Kevin Mullan
Powered by WGTE, this episode features a special Martin Luther King Jr. Day edition of The Four Hundred & Nineteen. Instead of our usual Mayor Monday format, the show takes a reflective and intentional turn - creating space for voices across faith, public service, the arts, and civil rights to help our region honor Dr. King’s legacy and wrestle with what it means today. The conversation includes faith leaders Chris Hanley and Rebecca West Estell, exploring trust, racial justice, and the responsibility of building community year-round, not just on one day. We’re also joined by Toledo firefighter, musician, and poet Nate Hicks, who shares his powerful personal story and performs Lift Every Voice and Sing in honor of the day. The episode continues with leaders from the NAACP, including Darlene Sweeney-Newburn and Verna Chears, discussing the ongoing work of equity, advocacy, and civic engagement in Toledo. This is a meaningful, honest, and moving MLK Day conversation - focused not just on remembrance, but on action. Thanks to our sponsors: Whetro Wealth Management, Workspring, Toledo Refining Company, Toledo Community Foundation and TARTA. Catch the show 3 times every day on WGTE. 7am on WGTE's YouTube Channel. 3pm on the radio at FM91. 6pm on TV channel 30.4 WGTE Connects.
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