Primetime Power Show – Segment: Uplift Today | Show 536 – The History of the Primetime Power Show
Join host Derrick May for a very special edition of the “Uplift Today” segment as we celebrate the 11-year anniversary of the Primetime Power Show! In this milestone episode, we take a break from our usual programming to share the untold history, challenges, and triumphs of our broadcast journey.
Discover how the show first found its voice on September 7, 2014, broadcasting in a studio in South Philly with original hosts Derrick May, Rev. Dr. Leroy Pendleton, and the late, great Paul “Earthquake” Moore. Hear the inspiring behind-the-scenes story of how a sudden studio closure just 40 episodes in forced a rapid, 24-hour pivot. That pivotal moment ultimately birthed our independent streaming platform and the eventual launch of the 24/7 Primetime Power Radio network.
Throughout this retrospective, Derrick reflects on the incredible evolution of the team. We celebrate the addition of dynamic new voices like Dr. Christina Williams and Tiffany Joyner, and discuss how the show navigated the sudden shift to remote broadcasting in 2020. We also pay a special, heartfelt tribute to our beloved “people’s champ,” Paul Earthquake Moore, whose infectious energy, humor, and dedication remain a permanent part of our show’s DNA.
Always staying true to our core mission to uplift, inspire, encourage, and inform, Derrick closes the episode with a powerful spiritual message drawn from Psalms 92:12-14, reminding us all about the importance of spiritual longevity and consistently producing good fruit.
Thank you to all of our amazing listeners and supporters for riding along with us for the past 11 years — we couldn’t have done it without you!
Tune in to the live broadcast every Thursday night at 7:00 PM ET on Primetime Power Radio.
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