Alicia Middleton (Dr. Lady Raine): A Legacy Season Defined by Faith, Media Influence, and Global Impact
Alicia Middleton (Dr. Lady Raine): A Legacy Season Defined by Faith, Media Influence, and Global Impact
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This season stands as a defining chapter in the life and work of Alicia Middleton, widely known as Dr. Lady Raine, a leader whose influence spans gospel media, higher education, authorship, wellness, and global ministry. What makes this moment especially powerful is not a single achievement, but the convergence of decades of faithful service now aligning across multiple arenas. It is a season marked by longevity, credibility, and purposeful expansion.
As co-owner of PRAYzFM, a Stellar Award–nominated gospel radio station, Alicia Middleton has helped shape a media platform that does far more than broadcast music. PRAYzFM has become a hub for faith-centered conversation, healing dialogue, and empowerment, offering programming that meets listeners at the intersection of spirituality and everyday life. Under her leadership, the station produces a diverse slate of shows including Selah: The Maharold Peoples Jr. Morning Show, PRAYz in the A.M., TODAYz PRAYzn HITz, Faith Bite with Faith Five, The Raine N Starzz Show, I Am Better Now, Ladies Unfiltered, and PRAYzerCISE. Each program carries a distinct voice while remaining rooted in the station’s mission to uplift, inform, and restore.
Beyond daily programming, Dr. Lady Raine has also helped bring large-scale experiences to life through events and productions such as PRAYzFEST, along with award shows and signature gatherings that celebrate excellence within gospel media and ministry. Her leadership reflects a deep understanding of how storytelling, sound, and platform can be stewarded to create lasting community impact.
Her voice within gospel media has long been recognized as influential and trusted. Over the years, Dr. Lady Raine has interviewed many of the genre’s most respected figures, including the late Norman Hutchins, Shirley Caesar, Israel Houghton, and emerging quartet standouts such as The Patricks. These conversations are not simply interviews, they are historical moments that preserve legacy, honor contribution, and introduce listeners to the heart behind the music and ministry.
In 2026, Alicia Middleton’s impact in broadcasting and digital media continues to be affirmed. She is a 2025 Spin Awards–winning Podcaster and Program Director of the Year, and is also being recognized as 2025 Spin Awards Dope Woman in Radio, honors that reflect both innovation and consistency. These accolades highlight her ability to adapt within a rapidly changing media landscape while maintaining integrity and mission.
Parallel to her media leadership, Dr. Lady Raine’s commitment to education has remained consistent. She recently completed her doctoral program in Educational Administration at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and is finalizing coursework for a second doctorate in Higher Education at National University. These academic milestones reflect a lifelong dedication to learning and leadership development. This year also marks 40 years in education, a testament to her endurance and influence in shaping learners, leaders, and institutions.
As founder of Christ Central International University (CCIU), Dr. Lady Raine continues to expand access to faith-based higher education on a global scale. The university is growing through strategic partnerships with The Network Faith Evangelism Association Worldwide, EbonJen Events, and New Season Divine Ministries Theological Seminary, positioning CCIU as a bridge between academic excellence and ministry preparation. More information about the institution and its programs can be found at www.MyCCU.online
Her reach also extends into wellness and holistic care. PRAYzerCISE, her health and wellness podcast, is preparing for international expansion, with upcoming travel to the Dominican Republic, Antigua (in partnership with So Arise Radio), and Nassau, Bahamas. This initiative reflects her belief that faith, physical health, and emotional well-being are deeply connected, and that ministry must address the whole person.
Dr. Lady Raine is also a bestselling author, with her book Black Women in Radio serving as both a historical record and a source of inspiration. The book highlights the contributions, challenges, and leadership of Black women who have shaped radio and media spaces, often without recognition. It can be purchased at https://a.co/d/b5sDSOM
In addition to her work in media and education, Alicia Middleton is a respected Life and Career Coach, directing Career Services at Phoenix College and certifying coaches through Christ Central International University. Her coaching philosophy centers on sustainability, purpose, and practical strategy, helping individuals and leaders build ministries, careers, and businesses that endure.
This season also carries deeply personal milestones. In April 2026, Dr. Lady Raine will be consecrated as Apostle on April 26, 2026, in Nassau, Bahamas, marking a sacred moment of affirmation in her spiritual journey. She will also celebrate her 60th birthday with a special event featuring the legendary Force MDs, alongside Dr. Carlos Patrick of The Patricks, a celebration honoring both legacy and continued vitality.
From my perspective, Alicia Middleton’s life and work illustrate what it looks like to lead with vision across decades. She embodies a rare blend of innovation and endurance, remaining relevant without abandoning foundations. Whether through radio, education, wellness, authorship, or ministry, Dr. Lady Raine continues to honor community leaders, elevate voices, and build platforms that serve others.
More information about PRAYzFM and its programming can be found at www.PRAYz.FM
In a time when many leaders burn bright and fade quickly, Alicia Middleton stands as a model of sustained impact. Her work reminds us that longevity is built through service, excellence, and a willingness to evolve while remaining anchored in purpose. This season is not a culmination, it is a continuation of a legacy still expanding, still empowering, and still making room for others to rise.
Article Written By: Dr. Victoria "Tori Tellem" Hoffman-
Owner & Founder of ToriTellem PR Associates