Ep 26: Juneteenth Panel Discussion

The City of Frankfort Podcast · Jun 25, 2026 · 54m · transcript

This episode gathers a diverse panel of Frankfortians to reflect on Juneteenth, the June 19, 1865 moment in Galveston that symbolizes delayed freedom and the ongoing struggle for equity.

Panelists include community leaders, historians, museum staff, activists, and a message from the governor. Together, they discuss personal backgrounds, local history, education, and actions communities can take to teach this history honestly and move toward justice.

The conversation emphasizes the need for continued learning, community participation, and meaningful steps to confront the long arc of racial…