Your Favorite Black Lobbyist

Beyond the photo op—how do we actually build lasting power and infrastructure?
Catch Marvel Joseph breaking it down on the latest episode of Your Favorite Black Lobbyist!

What does it take to go from student government to state government? I’m sitting down with Jermarkus Jacobs, former Georgia State SGA president and candidate for Georgia State Senate, to talk about his path, why he decided to run, and what colleges can do to get young people to the polls.We talk about the lessons student leadership taught him, how being rejected by the 1913 Society led to a White House Fellowship, and why he believes no matter your age, you can be the change you wish to see.If you’ve ever wondered whether your voice matters in an election, this one’s for you.🗳 Check your voter status: https://mvp.sos.ga.gov or headcount.org📲 Follow Jermarkus: @realjermarkusjacobs📲 Follow YFBL: Instagram and TikTok @IamYFBL🎙 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts: @Your Favorite Black Lobbyist#YFBL #YourFavoriteBlackLobbyist #GeorgiaPolitics #StudentVoters #CivicEngagement #GeorgiaStateUniversity #Election2026

Maryland’s first Black U.S. Senator sits down with a lobbyist. On this episode of Your Favorite Black Lobbyist, Senator Angela Alsobrooks talks about the fight to improve Black maternal health, what she’s seeing as she represents every corner of Maryland, and what she wants her legacy to be beyond the titles.
We also get personal, from faith and sisterhood to how both shape the way she leads.
Policy touches everything. This conversation shows how.
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Season 3 is here, and it starts with a celebration. One year into Your Favorite Black Lobbyist, host Alexis Boss shares where she's been, what the first year taught her, and what's ahead. Then her mom joins for a conversation on today's hot topics, from voting to politics, to see where the generations agree and where they don't.
Your Favorite Black Lobbyist is where policy meets everything else: faith, wellness, business, sports, and culture.
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What actually happens during a legislative session—and why does it matter after lawmakers leave the Capitol?
In this episode, I’m joined by Sarah Hunt-Blackwell of the ACLU of Georgia for a conversation unpacking the major themes, policy discussions, and broader implications of Georgia’s recent legislative session.
This episode serves as a legislative debrief designed to help listeners better understand how policy decisions shape everyday life. Rather than focusing on partisan debate, this conversation centers on systems, civic awareness, and public impact.
In this episode, we discuss:
An overview of Georgia’s legislative session and major themes
Voting rights and election-related legislation
First Amendment and free speech conversations
Criminal justice policy trends and reform discussions
How election years shape policymaking and legislative priorities
This episode is designed to make the legislative process more accessible, especially for listeners who want to stay informed but may feel overwhelmed by political coverage.
Season 2 comes to a close focusing on connecting policy, systems, and public understanding—so you can engage with greater clarity and confidence.
If you’ve ever wondered how decisions made under the Gold Dome impact communities across Georgia, this episode provides valuable context and perspective