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Tulsa, OK — The stage is set. The voices are ready. And history is about to be made once again on historic Greenwood Avenue, the heart of the original Black Wall Street.

The Juneteenth Poetry Showcase hosted by Mr. Antonio McGlothin, Sr., Station Manager of The Greenwood Beat – WFPG, will officially air at 12:00 PM CST on Thursday, June 19, 2025, live at www.thegreenwoodbeat.com.

Submissions are now closed, and the lineup is powerful. This year’s showcase features dynamic poets and spoken word artists from as far as California and Texas, bringing the fire, reflection, and freedom-centered energy Juneteenth deserves.

From the underground stages to national platforms, these voices come together to uplift, honor, and echo the soul of Greenwood—one verse at a time.

Hosted by Mr. Antonio McGlothin, Sr.

Minister. Mentor. Music Producer. Media Voice.

As Station Manager of The Greenwood Beat – WFPG and host of the top-rated HopeHop Multimedia Podcast, Antonio McGlothin, Sr. brings passion, purpose, and a deep commitment to community building. With his leadership, this showcase will not only entertain but empower.

A Celebration of Freedom and Resilience

This Juneteenth, The Greenwood Beat – WFPG invites you to listen in as powerful performances reflect on themes of liberation, legacy, and love for community. It’s more than poetry—it’s a proclamation of resilience.

This event also commemorates the continued stewardship of the Greenwood Chamber of Commerce, which has protected and preserved the Greenwood District for nearly 100 years.

How to Listen

Tell a friend to tell a friend to tune in!
🎧 Visit: www.thegreenwoodbeat.com
📱 On your favorite device
🗣 Or simply say: “ALEXA, play The Greenwood Beat – WFPG”

Join us as we celebrate freedom, Black creativity, and the legacy of Black Wall Street—one poetic voice at a time.

For interviews, show sponsorships, or upcoming events, contact:
angela@thegreenwoodbeat.com
Follow us on all platforms: @thegreenwoodbeat

#Juneteenth2025 #TheGreenwoodBeat #PoetryShowcase #BlackWallStreet #WFPG #Tulsa #SpokenWord #GreenwoodStrong #FreedomFest #AlexaPlayTheGreenwoodBeat

The Importance of Black Media & How to Connect and Advertise

The Greenwood District in Tulsa, Oklahoma—widely known as “Black Wall Street”—has long stood as a beacon of Black excellence, entrepreneurship, and resilience. Today, that legacy continues through The Greenwood Beat – WFPG.  With every broadcast, interview, feature, and soundbite, The Greenwood Beat is creating history—amplifying Black voices, supporting local businesses, and reigniting the cultural flame that once made Greenwood a global symbol of Black empowerment.

🔊 Why Black Media Matters

Black media outlets are not just channels of entertainment—they are essential tools of truth, preservation, and representation. For decades, Black communities have relied on independent media to tell stories that mainstream platforms often ignore or misrepresent. TGB carries that mission forward by highlighting issues, leaders, and movements that directly impact Black families, entrepreneurs, artists, and change-makers.

Black media:

• Empowers communities with real, relatable narratives

• Provides economic opportunities through targeted advertising

• Protects cultural integrity by controlling the narrative

• Preserves legacy, especially in historically significant areas like Greenwood

At a time when so much of the media landscape is consolidated and commercialized, platforms like The Greenwood Beat are revolutionary.

📡 Creating History One Beat at a Time

The Greenwood Beat isn’t just a station—it’s a movement. From syndicated shows hosted by national recording artists and community leaders to powerful local programming like Ask Angela, HopeHop Multimedia Podcast, Honour’ Society and Trumpet on Greenwood, The Greenwood Beat delivers unapologetically Black content rooted in truth, education, and elevation.

Listeners from across the nation are tuning in. Businesses are gaining visibility. Stories are being told. And Greenwood is rising again—on beat.

💼 How to Connect & Advertise

Whether you’re a local business owner, national brand, or cultural organization, The Greenwood Beat is your direct link to the heart of the Black community.

✅ Advertise with Us
Showcase your products, services, or campaigns to an engaged and loyal audience. The Greenwood Beat offers:

• Custom commercial packages

• Sponsored show segments

• Banner ads on our website and broadcasts

• Social media campaigns

✅ Become a Show Host or Content Contributor
Have a voice? A message? A mission? Pitch your show or podcast idea to join the The Greenwood Beat family of hosts. We’re looking for:

• Thought leaders

• Entertainers

• Experts and educators

• Community advocates

✅ Support Black Media
Advertise. Donate. Subscribe. Spread the word.

📧 Contact us at info@thegreenwoodbeat.com
🌐 Visit www.thegreenwoodbeat.com
📱 Follow us: @thegreenwoodbeat on social platforms

Tulsa, OK – The Greenwood Beat – WFPG, Oklahoma’s first and only Black woman-owned radio station on historic Greenwood Avenue, is proud to announce a groundbreaking collaboration with the WJM Foundation, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to community empowerment and legacy-building.

This partnership marks a unified mission to rebuild Black Wall Street through action, education, and opportunity. Together, The Greenwood Beat – WFPG and the WJM Foundation will launch a series of programs designed to empower youth, promote financial literacy, and create hands-on opportunities in media and broadcasting.

Program highlights include:

• Youth Media Training: Hands-on broadcasting and journalism workshops for middle and high school students.

• Financial Literacy Labs: Real-world education on credit, budgeting, investing, and entrepreneurship for all ages.

• Cultural Legacy Projects: Storytelling, preservation, and digital platforms that honor the rich legacy of Greenwood and Black Wall Street.

• Rebuilding Initiatives: Community activation programs to support business development, local artists, and Black-owned ventures.

Dr. Angela K. Chambers, Founder and CEO of The Greenwood Beat – WFPG, shared,

“This collaboration reflects our deep belief that rebuilding isn’t just about remembering the past—it’s about equipping the next generation with the tools to shape the future. Together with the WJM Foundation, we’re planting seeds that will grow for generations.”

The Greenwood Beat – WFPG and WJM Foundation invite individuals, educators, sponsors, and community organizations to support these transformational efforts.

To get involved, become a partner, or donate to this historic movement, please visit:
🌍 www.thegreenwoodbeat.com
📧 angela@thegreenwoodbeat.com

#RebuildBlackWallStreet #WJMFoundation #GreenwoodBeat #YouthEmpowerment #FinancialFreedom #BlackMediaMatters #LegacyInAction

Tulsa, OK – June 2025 — The Greenwood Beat – WFPG, Oklahoma’s first woman-owned and Black-owned radio station located on historic Greenwood Avenue, proudly announces that nationally recognized spoken word artist and poet, ArtistJoeMac, will perform his acclaimed piece “Black Superhero” as part of its Juneteenth 2025 Poetry & Spoken Word Showcase.

Known for his emotionally charged delivery and unapologetically Black narratives, ArtistJoeMac is a decorated artist in the world of poetry and spoken word. With multiple national titles under his belt and a reputation for commanding the stage with authenticity and intellect, he brings a unique voice to today’s cultural conversations on identity, freedom, and power.

“It’s important that poetry has a space on the airwaves—especially on platforms like The Greenwood Beat that are rooted in community and legacy,” said ArtistJoeMac. “I’m honored to bring Black Superhero to the Juneteenth stage and even more excited to collaborate with Dr. Angela K. Chambers and Antonio McGlothin, Sr. to help keep poetry and spoken word alive on Greenwood.”

As the station continues to reclaim and amplify Black voices, The Greenwood Beat – WFPG celebrates ArtistJoeMac’s participation as a milestone. His presence reflects the very mission of the showcase: to celebrate freedom, honor Black artistry, and rebuild the cultural legacy of Black Wall Street through creative expression.

In addition to his Juneteenth performance, ArtistJoeMac has committed to an ongoing collaboration with the station, working with Dr. Chambers and Station Manager Antonio McGlothin, Sr. to ensure spoken word continues to have a strong presence on the air. This new initiative will open doors for poets and spoken word artists across the nation to be featured and supported by WFPG.

Submissions for the Juneteenth showcase are still being accepted until Friday, June 14, 2025. This year’s theme is: “What does freedom mean to you?”

About ArtistJoeMac

ArtistJoeMac is a nationally celebrated spoken word artist, poet, and storyteller with a gift for merging truth-telling and lyrical craftsmanship. His work has been featured on national stages, university campuses, and cultural festivals across the country. He is a multi-award-winning performer with a message rooted in liberation, healing, and the power of language to transform communities.

About The Greenwood Beat – WFPG

The Greenwood Beat – WFPG is a historic, woman-owned and Black-led radio station broadcasting from the heart of Tulsa’s Greenwood District—once home to Black Wall Street. WFPG provides a platform for community dialogue, culture, business, legacy-building, and media that empowers the Black community across generations.

Media Inquiries & Submissions:
Email: angela@thegreenwoodbeat.com
Submit to: www.thegreenwoodbeat.com/poetryshowcase

#BlackSuperhero #ArtistJoeMac #TheGreenwoodBeat #WFPG #JuneteenthShowcase #PoetryOnGreenwood #RebuildBlackWallStreet

Juneteenth 2025 Poetry & Spoken Word Showcase

We are beyond excited to announce that the incredible ArtistJoeMac will be performing his powerful piece “Black Superhero” during our Juneteenth Poetry & Spoken Word Showcase! 💥🖤 This is HUGE for The Greenwood Beat – WFPG because ArtistJoeMac is a multi-award-winning poet and spoken word artist known nationwide for delivering work that stirs the soul and uplifts the culture.

His voice. His message. His artistry. This is the kind of talent that builds legacy—and we are honored to have him on our platform as we celebrate freedom, resilience, and Black excellence.

But that’s not all…

🎶 We also have a special message from national recording artist and syndicated radio host, the Gospel Diva, Shonda English‼️ You can catch her uplifting show, The Old Landmark Gospel Hour, every Sunday at 12 noon CST right here on The Greenwood Beat – WFPG.

And submissions? 🔥

They’re coming in from California to Dallas, and of course, from our very own Tulsa community. This is just the beginning of something powerful. We’re not just hosting a show—we’re reclaiming the mic, telling our stories, and rebuilding Black Wall Street one voice at a time.

🗓 Deadline for submissions: Friday, June 14th!
🎙️ Theme: What does FREEDOM mean to you?
📧 Send your submissions to: info@thegreenwoodbeat.com

📍Join the movement. Lift your voice. Leave your mark on history.

#TheGreenwoodBeat #Juneteenth2025 #BlackSuperhero #ArtistJoeMac #SpokenWordOnGreenwood #RebuildingBlackWallStreet #FreedomIsNow

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:
Angela K. Chambers, Ph.D.
Email: angela@thegreenwoodbeat.com
Website: www.thegreenwoodbeat.com

Minister Antonio McGlothin, Sr. to Host Powerful Juneteenth Poetry Showcase on The Greenwood Beat – WFPG

Tulsa, OK – The Greenwood Beat – WFPG, Oklahoma’s first woman-owned and first-ever radio station on historic Greenwood Avenue, is proud to announce a soul-stirring Juneteenth Poetry Showcase hosted by Minister Antonio McGlothin, Sr. This special broadcast will air on Wednesday, June 19, 2025, as a tribute to freedom, expression, and the undeniable resilience of Tulsa’s historic Greenwood Business District—aka the original Black Wall Street.

Submissions for the showcase have arrived from across the country, including California and Texas, adding a national spotlight to this meaningful event. The showcase serves as a creative call to reflect on “What Freedom Means to You”, and is presented in partnership with HopeHop Multimedia Podcast, which proudly brings the #1 Morning Show to The Greenwood Beat – WFPG listeners!

About Minister Antonio McGlothin, Sr.

Minister Antonio McGlothin, Sr. is a respected community leader, radio personality, minister, and music producer. As the host of the #1 Morning Show “HopeHop Multimedia Podcast” airing weekdays from 6 AM to 8 AM on The Greenwood Beat – WFPG, he blends faith, culture, and conversation in a way that uplifts and activates. With decades of experience in ministry and the arts, Antonio brings authenticity and purpose to every platform he touches. His commitment to youth, culture, and community advancement makes him the perfect host for this Juneteenth celebration.

About The Greenwood Beat – WFPG

The Greenwood Beat – WFPG is more than a radio station—it is a movement. Broadcasting from historic Greenwood Avenue in Tulsa, Oklahoma, WFPG carries forward the legacy of Black Wall Street with community-driven programming that centers truth, culture, business, and Black excellence. As the heartbeat of Greenwood, the station amplifies voices that matter and stories that empower across generations, genres, and geographies.

Entry Deadline

Submissions are open through Friday, June 14, 2025, at 11:59 PM CST.
Spoken word artists, poets, and freedom dreamers are encouraged to submit their original pieces for a chance to be featured on this national Juneteenth showcase.
Submit entries to: info@thegreenwoodbeat.com

Uplifting the Community, One Beat at a Time

This event represents more than entertainment—it is a powerful act of resistance, remembrance, and rebuilding. At a time when misinformation threatens historic truths, The Greenwood Beat – WFPG proudly stands in unity with the Greenwood Chamber of Commerce, its century-long steward of legacy, to tell our own stories—loud, proud, and unfiltered.

Join us on Juneteenth as we celebrate freedom, faith, and the fire that built Greenwood.

For press inquiries, interviews, or partnership opportunities, please contact Angela K. Chambers, Ph.D. at angela@thegreenwoodbeat.com.

Follow us on social media @thegreenwoodbeat and tune in at www.thegreenwoodbeat.com

Oklahoma’s Black press has long served as more than a source of local news—it has been a bastion of resilient storytelling, truth-telling, and advocacy for Black communities across the state.

Early Rise and Assertion of Rights
The lineage of Black journalism in Oklahoma began with pioneering efforts like the Oklahoma Guide (1889) and the Langston City Herald (1891), which provided platforms for self-determination in emerging all-Black towns okcrotary.club+15okhistory.org+15localmedia.org+15 During the early 20th century, Black newspapers filled critical gaps left by mainstream media that either ignored or misrepresented Black lives.

Guardians of History and Justice
Publications such as The Black Dispatch (founded by Roscoe Dunjee in 1915) and the Oklahoma Eagle (established post-Tulsa Race Massacre in 1922) became key voices in documenting injustice and uplifting community heroes blogs.loc.gov+15en.wikipedia.org+15en.wikipedia.org+15  These papers chronicled everything from everyday lives to the horrors of lynching and racially motivated violence—truths that white-owned papers largely ignored.

Family-Owned, Community-Rooted
For decades, Black newspapers like the Oklahoma Eagle and The Black Chronicle in Oklahoma City remained family-owned — with the Goodwin and Perry families, respectively, maintaining their legacy across generations storage.googleapis.com+15localmedia.org+15en.wikipedia.org+15  Their endurance shows a deep link to local identity, cultural memory, and economic empowerment.

Modern Survivors and Digital Advocates
Today, outlets such as The Trumpet on Greenwood (founded 2023) and programs like Focus: Black Oklahoma fill vital media niches with contemporary perspectives on equity, accountability, and cultural pride in Tulsa and statewide, facebook.com/trumpetongreenwood

Why It Matters:

• Historical documentation & civic memory: These outlets preserved the full story of Greenwood, Tulsa’s Black Wall Street, even after the massacre and mainstream censorship en.wikipedia.org+4investopedia.com+4newyorker.com+4.

• Community advocacy: Black media has addressed systemic inequalities—from segregation to modern-day school issues and public health disparities.

• Self-representation: By telling their own stories, Black journalists reclaimed dignity and agency during periods of exclusion and misrepresentation.

The Greenwood Beat Blog Gets a Fresh New Look!
📍 https://thegreenwoodbeat.blogspot.com/

As we kick off Year Three of broadcasting from historic Greenwood Avenue, we’re excited to reintroduce one of our most powerful storytelling tools: The Greenwood Beat Blog — now with a bold new look and fresh updates!

Launched two years ago as an extension of The Greenwood Beat – WFPG, the blog has served as a platform for highlighting community stories, sharing news, and preserving the rich legacy of Black Wall Street. Today, it’s back and better than ever — redesigned, refreshed, and recommitted to rebuilding Black Wall Street, one story at a time.

💻 What’s New on the Blog:

• A clean, updated design for easier reading and navigation

• New content categories including Legacy, Business, Inspiration, and Events

• Fresh blog posts featuring recaps, reflections, author spotlights, and community wins

• Behind-the-scenes highlights from our on-air shows and station events

• Expanded opportunities for guest bloggers, community features, and sponsored content

Whether you’re catching up on the Greenwood Literary Voices event, reading about the impact of Black media, or following our latest campaign to protect the historic Greenwood Business District — The Greenwood Beat Blog is your destination for stories that matter.

🎉 Two Years Strong — and Just Getting Started

As Oklahoma’s first woman-owned and first-ever radio station on historic Greenwood Avenue, we are proud to offer this digital archive as part of our commitment to preserving, promoting, and protecting the legacy of Black Wall Street.

💡Join us in this next chapter of digital storytelling.
👉 Bookmark the blog: https://thegreenwoodbeat.blogspot.com/
📩 Have a story to share or want to be featured? Email: info@thegreenwoodbeat.com

Stay informed. Stay inspired. Stay connected to The Greenwood Beat Blog.
Because the beat never stopped — and neither do we.

Tulsa, Oklahoma – Today marks an exciting and deeply meaningful milestone for The Greenwood Beat – WFPG, Oklahoma’s first woman-owned and first-ever radio station located on the historic Greenwood Avenue — the original Black Wall Street. We are officially entering YEAR 3 of broadcasting, storytelling, truth-telling, and beat-making.

Founded by Dr. Angela K. Chambers, Ph.D., The Greenwood Beat – WFPG was created to reclaim the mic for Greenwood and amplify voices too often left out of mainstream media. Since launching, the station has grown into a vibrant platform for music, news, culture, commentary, and community. We have hosted authors, business owners, activists, youth leaders, and entertainers — all while preserving the legacy of the Greenwood District and pushing forward a new era of Black media power.

“We didn’t just start a radio station. We started a movement,” says Dr. Angela K. Chambers. “From the moment we went live, our goal was to honor the past, impact the present, and build the future — one beat at a time.”

Throughout the past two years, The Greenwood Beat has:

Launched hit shows like Ask Angela, HopeHop Multimedia Podcast, Talkin Wit Trus, and Trumpet on Greenwood

Partnered with local and national creatives, including Black-owned businesses, artists, and authors

Led initiatives like The Black Wall Street Shopping Network, Greenwood Literary Voices, and the upcoming No Violence in America campaign

Provided virtual business addresses for entrepreneurs to operate from the heart of Black Wall Street

Held strong in defending the legacy and physical presence of the historic Greenwood Business District

And now, with Year 3 underway, we’re raising the bar even higher.

We’re investing in:

• Expanded programming and syndication opportunities
• Youth and intergenerational media education
• National content partnerships
• More shows, events, campaigns, and resources to uplift the culture and community

This milestone is not just about celebration — it’s about continuation. Greenwood lives. Black Wall Street rises. And The Greenwood Beat is the sound of that movement.

🎧 Tune in now: www.thegreenwoodbeat.com

💥 Follow us: @thegreenwoodbeat

📢 Want to support or advertise? Email: info@thegreenwoodbeat.com

Rebuilding Black Wall Street One Beat at a Time

The Greenwood Beat – WFPG

Historic Greenwood Avenue, Tulsa, Oklahoma

In an era dominated by fast news, digital influencers, and corporate-owned media outlets, Black media remains a critical force in preserving truth, culture, and representation. It’s more than just storytelling — it’s legacy-building, truth-telling, and community-saving. For generations, Black media has served as the trusted voice of our people, documenting our struggles, triumphs, and transformation.

At The Greenwood Beat – WFPG, located on the historic Greenwood Avenue in Tulsa, Oklahoma — also known as the original Black Wall Street — we are proud torchbearers of this powerful legacy.

1. Black Media Tells the Stories Mainstream Media Won’t

Black media doesn’t wait for permission to speak. We highlight the lived experiences of Black communities — our joys, our pain, our excellence. Whether it’s telling the truth about underreported issues, celebrating our entrepreneurs, or demanding justice, Black media ensures our stories are seen and heard uncensored and unapologetically.

2. Representation Matters

When we see ourselves in media, it builds confidence, restores cultural pride, and disrupts harmful stereotypes. Black-owned media creates space where we are not tokens or side characters, but leaders, visionaries, artists, activists, and experts.

3. We Control Our Narrative

From the Tulsa Race Massacre in 1921 to modern-day movements for justice, controlling the narrative is essential. Black media platforms like The Greenwood Beat amplify Black excellence, thought leadership, and community voices in ways that mainstream outlets simply cannot or will not.

4. Economic Empowerment

Black media provides opportunities for Black creatives, journalists, producers, entrepreneurs, and advertisers to thrive. Every dollar spent advertising with or subscribing to Black-owned outlets circulates within our community and helps build generational wealth.

5. Cultural Preservation

From gospel music and hip-hop to politics and poetry, Black media archives our culture in real time. It serves as a living museum of Black thought, sound, innovation, and movement. On The Greenwood Beat, we’re not just playing music — we’re preserving heritage.

6. Building a Safer, Informed, and Empowered Community

When we’re informed, we’re empowered. When we’re empowered, we take action. Black media delivers the news and resources that save lives, inspire dreams, and ignite change — from voter education and public health to financial literacy and spiritual encouragement.

The Greenwood Beat – WFPG: Rebuilding Black Wall Street, One Beat at a Time

Our commitment is bold and unwavering. As Oklahoma’s first woman-owned and first-ever radio station on historic Greenwood Avenue, The Greenwood Beat – WFPG is reclaiming space, amplifying voices, and setting a new standard for Black excellence in media.

We invite our community, allies, advertisers, and visionaries to stand with us.

👉 Advertise with us

👉 Support our shows

👉 Tune in, share, and be a part of the legacy

Visit us online at www.thegreenwoodbeat.com

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok & YouTube

“ALEXA, play The Greenwood Beat WFPG”

Email: info@thegreenwoodbeat.com

Black media matters because Black lives, Black stories, and Black futures matter.

🖤 The Greenwood Beat – WFPG: The Voice of Greenwood.

The Heartbeat of Black Wall Street.