The Healing Power of History

In this powerful episode of Ask The Good Doctor, Dr. LaJoyce Brookshire sits down with Lorna Rainey for a timely conversation honoring both Black History Month and Women’s History Month. Lorna shares the remarkable legacy of her great-grandfather, Joseph H. Rainey, who made history as the first Black congressman in the United States. From escaping slavery to serving in Congress during Reconstruction, Rainey’s journey is a testament to resilience, leadership, and the enduring power of representation. The conversation expands beyond history into present-day advocacy, as Lorna discusses her work supporting Black artists in the entertainment industry and the critical importance of accurate, empowering media representation. Together, she and Dr. Brookshire explore how politics, the arts, and visibility shape community health, identity, and opportunity. This episode is a reminder that legacy is not just something we honor — it’s something we continue to build.