Education advocate and APB speaker Geoffrey Canada appeared on Luke Cage, Netflix's new hit show about the evolution of a man with super strength and unbreakable skin as he fights to protect his city of Harlem, New York.
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Parkland Activist David Hogg Joins APB Roster
A survivor of the largest school shooting in American school history at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland Florida, David Hogg turned his anger into action by co-founding the March For Our Lives Movement against gun violence. His grassroots activism and social media mastery have mobilized millions of young people to find their voice, speak out and engage in change.
APB's Tracy Martin & Sybrina Fulton Recognized at VH1 "Trailblazer Honors"
APB speakers Tracy Martin and Sybrina Fulton, parents of the late Trayvon Martin, were recognized at the VH1 Trailblazer Honors. Since their son’s death, both parents have been dedicated to to transforming tragedy into social change. They work to make a difference through the #BlackLivesMatter movement and the Trayvon Martin Foundation.
Now Hear This! Popular Podcasts of 2018
Learn which of our thought provoking APB speakers have gathered large podcast followings this year!
Wil Haygood to Release New Book Early as Miami University’s Freshman Read
Wil Haygood, New York Times best-selling author of The Butler and Showdown will be presenting his much-anticipated new book, Tigerland: 1968-1969: A City Divided, a Nation Torn Apart, and a Magical Season of Healing to incoming first year Miami University (Ohio) students weeks in advance of its national release.
Speaking out on IMMIGRATION
Trending Now: APB Speakers take on one of America’s most divisive issues, sharing diverse points of view and fostering constructive dialog.
APB Speaker Kayla Harrison is on Her Way to MMA Stardom
Two-time Olympic Gold Medalist and APB speaker Kayla Harrison is on her way to becoming an MMA megastar, while competing under the Professional Fighters League (PFL) banner.
APB's Mira Sorvino Appears on "The Today Show" to Discuss Her Role in the #MeToo Movement
An Oscar winner, star of the new TV show Condor and a mother of four, Mira Sorvino appeared on The Today Show to share her thoughts on the arrest of Harvey Weinstein, his impact on her career and her part in the #MeToo movement. Sorvino spoke out about her experiences with Weinstein and the sexual harassment she was a victim of while promoting the 1995 film Mighty Aphrodite. After dodging Weinstein’s unwanted advances on two occasions, Sorvino experienced a lull in her career due to being blacklisted by Weinstein.
Pride Month: APB's Speakers Continue to Fight for Equality & Change
June marks the beginning of LGBTQ+ Pride Month! As we honor this month, and celebrate diversity and individuality, we invite you to check out some of our leading voices from the LGBTQ+ community:
APB’s Maria Hinojosa Passionately Speaks on MSNBC About Trump, Immigration & More
Emmy Award winner and founder and president of Futuro Media Group Maria Hinojosa joined MSNBC to discuss immigration policy and the Trump administration. For years, Hinojosa (who was born in Mexico City) has been an advocate for marginalized groups of all kinds, especially immigrants. On All In With Chris Hayes, Hinojosa weighed in on the Trump administration’s drive for mass deportation.