Honoring the Legacy of Marti Oakley & Dr. Waymon R. Hinson

By Gary A. Johnson – Founder & Publisher (Black Men In America.com)

April 6, 2026

Marti Oakley was more than a radio host—she was a force of advocacy. As the founder and voice behind the TS Radio Network, Marti stood on the frontlines of some of the most overlooked and underreported injustices in America.

Long before podcasting became mainstream, Marti used her platform to expose systemic abuse and elevate marginalized voices. Her work spanned a wide range of critical issues, including:

• Adult guardianship abuse
• Hospice and end-of-life ethics
• Whistleblower protection
• Kidney dialysis industry concerns
• Advocacy for Black farmers
• Animal welfare and rights

Marti’s courage lay in her willingness to confront uncomfortable truths. She didn’t just report stories—she fought for people. Her legacy is etched in the countless lives she impacted and the awareness she brought to issues many chose to ignore.

Marti’s work sometimes required her to be investigative, confrontational, and necessary. She refused to look the other way.

Dr. Waymon R. Hinson was a scholar, advocate, and servant leader whose life embodied the intersection of faith and justice. Waymon lived at the intersection of faith and justice.

Following a brief and devastating battle with Rapidly Progressive Dementia (RPD), Dr. Hinson’s passing left a profound void—but also a powerful blueprint for purpose-driven living.

Waymon often spoke about how his faith guided him and his wife, Charla, to stand alongside Black farmers in their fight for equity and restitution. Waymon was committed to advocating for equity and restitution for Black farmers and anyone who was marginalized. He believed deeply that: “The gospel calls us not just to believe—but to act, to correct injustice wherever we encounter it.”

This tribute podcast brought together a distinguished group of advocates, colleagues, and friends who shared personal reflections, stories, and insights into the lives of Marti and Waymon. This was more than a remembrance; this was the passing of the torch.

Marti and Waymon challenged us to speak truth, advocate relentlessly, serve selflessly and stand up for those who cannot stand for themselves. Real change is driven not by convenience—but by conviction.

We have our marching orders—it is time to carry the torch forward.