The Black Perspective: August 1, 2026

This week on The Black Perspective, Andrea Coleman sits down with attorney Katrenia Collins to discuss the importance of estate planning and how families can protect their futures. Esther Dillard speaks with Kalynne Wilson, a sickle cell warrior, filmmaker, and communications advocate, who shares her experience living with sickle cell disease as an adult, discusses her award-winning documentary about a Black family navigating the illness, and highlights a blood drive in Norfolk, Virginia, recognizing World Sickle Cell Awareness Day. Morgyn Wood catches up with comedian A-Train, who reflects on his comedy journey and offers advice for the next generation of performers. Doug Davis speaks with Diallo Smith, CEO of Life Remodeled, about the organization's efforts to revitalize neighborhoods through job opportunities, youth programs, and expanded access to community resources. And Bri Wood speaks with Houston Councilman Edward Pollard from the 2026 National Urban League Conference about the issues shaping Black America and why civic engagement and voter participation remain more important than ever. Listen Now!