Drs. Mark Henderson and Ebony Lumumba from Jackson State University breathe life into the 1958 Ebony article, “Why I Live in Mississippi”, which offers a look into Medgar Evers professional and personal life. Afterwards, Host Rita Brent speaks with them about why they live in Mississippi.

Hosted by Rita Brent, "Everlasting: The Legacy Podcast" explores the life and work of Medgar Evers through in-depth conversations, never-before-heard interviews, and fully voiced readings of historical texts. Through Evers’ life story, this podcast aims to provide a deeper understanding of the Civil Right Movement and its unsung heroes.

"Everlasting: The Legacy Podcast" is the companion podcast to the documentary film "Everlasting: Life and Legacy of Medgar Evers." Watch the documentary, find additional interviews, and learn more about Medgar Evers at www.mpbonline.org/everlasting

New episodes of "Everlasting: The Legacy Podcast" are released every other Thursday beginning September 18.