Cathy Hughes

Media Executive

Cathy Hughes is a pioneering media executive and founder of Radio One, known for her advocacy in amplifying diverse voices in media.

Born
April 22, 1937
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About Cathy Hughes

Cathy Hughes — Life and Legacy

Cathy Hughes is a prominent media executive and the founder of Radio One, the largest African American-owned broadcasting company in the United States. Her significant contributions to the media landscape have been marked by a commitment to empowering marginalized voices and advocating for diversity. Hughes's philosophy centers around the belief that representation matters, as she often states, 'If you don't have a seat at the table, bring a folding chair.' This idea reflects her proactive approach to creating opportunities for those who are often overlooked in mainstream media. Hughes's quotes reveal her core belief in the transformative power of storytelling. She emphasizes that sharing personal narratives can foster understanding and drive social change. By establishing platforms that prioritize these stories, she has challenged the status quo and reshaped the media narrative. Her work has not only provided a voice to the voiceless but has also inspired a new generation of media professionals to pursue their passions despite obstacles. Today, Cathy Hughes's influence continues to resonate, as her insights on empowerment and representation remain crucial in discussions about media ethics and social justice. Her legacy is a testament to the impact of courageous leadership and the importance of inclusivity in shaping the future of media.

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"Not to let anyone convince you that your dream, your vision to be an entrepreneur is something that you shouldn't do. What often happens is that people who are well meaning, who really care for us are afraid for us and talk us out of it."

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"It’s interesting how God arranges your schedule. When you’re helping someone else, you never run out of time, when you’re just interested in helping yourself, time is real short."

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"One of the things my mother taught me when I was a child was just keep your eye on the prize and as long as you feel that you're right with your creator and you're right yourself, then other people's opinions really don't matter."

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"Pray five times a day for peace. Peace in your life, peace in your spirit, peace in your family, peace in your community, in your city but most importantly peace in this world."

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"That's the reason I believe in the power of prayer, because I believe you have to be able to first believe in a being superior to you, You have to believe in God and once you're able to believe in God and embrace the greatness of the creator, then you're able to believe in yourself and embrace the greatness that God put into you and each of us, and you're able to tap into that. But there will be days."

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"I believe you should pray as hard on those up days as you do on the down days."

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"There are certain religions that require you to pray five times a day and I never understood why Christians aren't asked to pray five times a day."

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"The tragedy is women of color have made more progress in basketball than they have in broadcasting."

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"I'm a huge advocate of prayer. I've been praying since I was fifteen years old and the doctor told me I was going to be a mother and I was like "what?" I started praying that day that God would help me do what I needed to do to be a good mother and to raise this baby boy that I was going to be blessed with. I haven't stopped praying in years."

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"Most people don't realize that when we violate the natural order of things when we pollute the air, when we pollute the water, we are destroying mother nature and that's a violent act. If we don't first and foremost come to some peaceful terms, none of us are going to be able to survive."

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