Listen in as we recount the pivotal moments in the rise of civil rights activism, highlighting Dr. King's leadership in the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the formation of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC). Despite the challenges and threats he faced, including an assassination attempt, King's unwavering commitment to non-violence and his strategic collaborations with fellow activists and political leaders played a crucial role in advancing civil rights in America. The episode takes you through the tumultuous early 1960s, including the influential Freedom Rides and King's impactful presence in the Albany Movement.