To New Orleans with Love: Brotherhood and Legacy Building with Omega Psi Phi 3rd D Rep Shawn Lacey

The "What's Your Revolution?" Show with Dr. Charles Corprew"

In this powerful and reflective episode of the "What's Your Revolution?" show, host Dr. Charles Corprew invites the Honorable Shawn R. Lacey, the Third District Representative of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, to discuss the enduring legacy and impact of Omega men on their communities. Recorded as a special Founder's Day episode, this conversation navigates the deep ties of fraternity, leadership, and the essence of uplifting Black men in America. Dr. Corprew and Brother Lacey take listeners on an emotional journey through their shared love for New Orleans, highlighting the city's unique culture and the profound influence it has on its people. Brother Lacey’s stories of leadership and perseverance resonate deeply, emphasizing how the values instilled by Omega Psi Phi’s founders continue to guide modern-day leaders. For listeners unfamiliar with Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, it was founded on November 17, 1911, at Howard University in Washington, D.C. by three undergraduates – Edgar Amos Love, Oscar James Cooper, and Frank Coleman – along with their faculty advisor, Dr. Ernest Everett Just. These visionaries sought to build a brotherhood rooted in the principles of manhood, scholarship, perseverance, and uplift. Omega Psi Phi was the first international fraternal organization founded on the campus of a historically Black college. Over the past century and change, the fraternity has cultivated a legacy of service, leadership, and activism, producing some of the most influential figures in the world. The episode delves into bridging generational gaps, fostering unity, and redefining leadership for the next era. With personal anecdotes, laughter, and heartfelt discussions, the two illuminate what it means to embody true manhood, scholarship, perseverance, and uplift. Whether reminiscing about pivotal moments in their upbringing or challenging contemporary narratives, this episode serves as a testament to the power of mentorship, brotherhood, and collective responsibility. Listeners are called to reflect on their own roles as leaders and change makers. This episode is a tribute to the revolutionary spirit that not only built Omega Psi Phi but continues to inspire generations to uphold and expand its mission. Dr. Corprew’s parting words, “Nothing great in life happens without a revolution,” echo as an enduring reminder that the legacy of humanity is only as strong as those committed to carrying it forward.