Juneteenth Poetry Showcase at The Greenwood Beat – WFPG: A Celebration of Freedom, Power, and Purpose

What a day! The Greenwood Beat – WFPG’s Juneteenth Poetry & Spoken Word Showcase on June 19, 2025, was a moving tribute to the legacy of freedom and Black expression. The energy, the artistry, the purpose—it all came together in one unforgettable broadcast.

We were blessed with powerful performances from: 🎤 Artist Karen Robinson, who poured passion into every line.

🎤 ArtistJoeMac, who traveled all the way from San Diego, California to share his incredible artistry. His in-studio performance was electric—reciting with the presence and power of a poet standing on a grand stage before thousands. The quality and delivery of both artists were brilliantly composed and deeply heartfelt.

🎶 The event opened with a special tribute from national gospel recording artist Shonda English, offering her reflection on “What Freedom Means to Me.”

🗣️ Minister Antonio McGlothin, Sr. (Host) and Dr. Angela K. Chambers (Co-Host) guided the program with grace, fire, and authenticity.

🌟 Honorary Guest Dr. Pamela K. Dillon (Mother Dillon) offered a short yet powerful message on the meaning of freedom. She declared blessings over the station, over the people, and over the historic grounds of Greenwood. Her presence was both anointed and electrifying.

📚 Author and Motivational Speaker Raittia Rogers—writer of “I Broke Out of Prison”—shared her story and powerful words on freedom, along with a preview of her upcoming theatrical production running July 1st–3rd.

💬 Dr. Angela K. Chambers gave heartfelt thanks to:

Her husband, Tim Chambers, for his unwavering support

Starr Fisher, COO of The Greenwood Beat – WFPG

Minister Alvin Muhammad, CSO and host of Trumpet on Greenwood

🙏🏾 Special thanks to our sponsors and supporters:

Superior Outdoor Services, LasTop Trucking, Business Savvy, EatBlackOwned.com, CirculateBlack, HopeHop Multimedia Podcast, NABJ Tulsa, and the WJM Foundation.

👏🏾 Dr. Chambers also expressed gratitude to NABJ Tulsa (National Association of Black Journalists – Tulsa Chapter), a vital organization supporting Black journalists. The Tulsa chapter celebrates 30 years of service in 2025, and continues to advocate, amplify, and stand in solidarity with Black media professionals.

⚠️ While we experienced a few technical difficulties that interrupted the Facebook livestream, the radio broadcast continued on www.thegreenwoodbeat.com.

🎉 Mark your calendars!

📍 June 19, 2026 – The Greenwood Beat – WFPG returns with its Second Annual Juneteenth Poetry & Spoken Word Showcase.

🗓️ And get ready for something new…

📍 Saturday, September 20, 2025 – The first “Tulsa’s Greenwood Poetry & Spoken Word Championship” will take place!

We’re expanding in 2026 with regional showcases in:

📍 Muskogee, OK

📍 Oklahoma City, OK

All leading to a Statewide Spoken Word Celebration:

🗣️ The Oklahoma Spoken Word State Showcase

🎙️ ArtistJoeMac has committed to partnering with The Greenwood Beat – WFPG to help build out this powerful Spoken Word platform from the heart of Black Wall Street.

💥 The Greenwood Beat has made its mark—and this is just the beginning.

📧 For media or sponsorship inquiries:

angela@thegreenwoodbeat.com

💻 General info: info@thegreenwoodbeat.com