The Crescent Podcast

REAL TALK – The Community-Based Counter-Offensive to Project 2025

In this powerful episode, recorded live during #CBCWeek2025, we bring you a timely and unfiltered conversation from the REAL TALK forum, hosted by Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Titled “The Community-Based Counter-Offensive to Project 2025,” this panel takes a hard look at the political realities reshaping civil rights, education, and economic opportunity across Black communities. With policy proposals from Project 2025 already being implemented, our panelists offer real strategies, bold solutions, and a united front against regressive change. Panelists include: * Hon. Bro. David A. Turner – International President, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. * Congressman Maxwell Frost – U.S. Representative, FL-10 * Senator Andrea Hunley – Indiana State Senate * Bro. N. Scott Phillips – Maryland House of Delegates * Soror Christale Spain – Chair, South Carolina Democratic Party * Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove – U.S. Representative, CA-37 Special Guests: * Welcome Remarks by Dr. Stacie NC Grant, International President of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. * Moderator: Soror Krysta Jones

Designing Conclave Tampa

In this episode of The Crescent Podcast, we pass the mic to the next generation of Sigma leaders. Collegiate brothers reflect on their experiences at Conclave Tampa 2025.   We’re also joined by Brother Marvin Manigault Jr., founder of MIP Collections and the creative force behind this year’s official Conclave logo. He talks about his design journey, the meaning behind the branding, and what it means to merge art, entrepreneurship, and Sigma pride. Tap in to hear stories, insights, and the future of Phi Beta Sigma in real time. #TheCrescentPodcast

From Neo to President

In this powerful episode of The Crescent Podcast, we bring together the fresh perspective of Brother Robert Pirates, a Spring ’25 initiate of the Gamma Rho Epsilon Chapter in the Eastern Region, and then hear about the lessons and joys of leadership from our outgoing International President, Honorable Chris V. Rey, JD.

Leaning into Leadership

In this kickoff episode of The Crescent Podcast, we spotlight the leadership shaping the future of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., as brothers from around the world check in at Conclave Tampa 2025. Join us for interviews and insights from key candidates running for the International office. Listen now.

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Join us as we journey through Conclave Tampa 2025 and beyond. The Crescent Podcast is the official audio platform of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., created to illuminate the principles of Brotherhood, Scholarship, and Service in action. Through powerful storytelling, thought-provoking interviews, and insightful dialogue, the podcast amplifies the voices of Sigma men and community changemakers across the globe.