Truth's Table

In this episode, the women of Truth’s Table talk about where they were and how they felt after watching Marvel’s Black Panther Movie Trailer. Pull up a chair and have a seat at the table with Ekemini, Michelle, and Christina! Hosts: Michelle Higgins (twitter.com/AfroRising) Christina Edmondson (twitter.com/DrCEdmondson) Ekemini Uwan (twitter.com/sista_theology) Producer: Joshua Heath (twitter.com/J_DotMusic4) Executive Producer: Beau York (twitter.com/TheRealBeauYork) Special Thanks To: RAAN - www.RAANetwork.org (twitter.com/RAANetwork) Podastery - www.podastery.com (twitter.com/Podastery)

Ekemini, Christina and Michelle discuss the haunting realities of being Black in America in the past and present. This episode is inspired by the necessary lament of the lyrics from "Strange Fruit", originally a poem by Abel Meeropol, performed by Billie Holiday. The ladies weep over and give stern warnings against anti-Blackness, especially as we head into July 4th celebrations. With a recommendation to remember and re-learn the fruits of God's Holy Spirit, the midwives at Truth's Table invite their listeners to take a hard look at the seeds we are planting, and the evidence we bear. Hosts: Michelle Higgins (twitter.com/AfroRising) Christina Edmondson (twitter.com/DrCEdmondson) Ekemini Uwan (twitter.com/sista_theology) Producer: Joshua Heath (twitter.com/J_DotMusic4) Executive Producer: Beau York (twitter.com/TheRealBeauYork) Special Thanks To: RAAN - www.RAANetwork.org (twitter.com/RAANetwork) Podastery - www.podastery.com (twitter.com/Podastery)

Nicola A. Menzie is religion reporter in NYC. She is the founder and publisher of Faithfully Magazine, a quarterly magazine and online news magazine that centers on Christian communities of color. Pull up a chair and have a seat with us! Hosts: Michelle Higgins (twitter.com/AfroRising) Christina Edmondson (twitter.com/DrCEdmondson) Ekemini Uwan (twitter.com/sista_theology) Producer: Joshua Heath (twitter.com/J_DotMusic4) Executive Producer: Beau York (twitter.com/TheRealBeauYork) Special Thanks To: RAAN - www.RAANetwork.org (twitter.com/RAANetwork) Podastery - www.podastery.com (twitter.com/Podastery)

In honor of Father’s Day, the women of Truth’s Table delve into their fathers’ narratives and how that impacted their approach to Black Fatherhood. Their narratives are sobering but redemptive. Pull up a chair, grab some tissue, and have a seat with Ekemini, Michelle, and Christina. Hosts: Michelle Higgins (twitter.com/AfroRising) Christina Edmondson (twitter.com/DrCEdmondson) Ekemini Uwan (twitter.com/sista_theology) Producer: Joshua Heath (twitter.com/J_DotMusic4) Executive Producer: Beau York (twitter.com/TheRealBeauYork) Special Thanks To: RAAN - www.RAANetwork.org (twitter.com/RAANetwork) Podastery - www.podastery.com (twitter.com/Podastery)

Father’s Day is quickly approaching, so listen in as Ekemini, Michelle, and Christina talk about their experience of Black Fatherhood and what it means to them. Pull up a chair and have a seat with the women of Truth’s Table. Hosts: Michelle Higgins (twitter.com/AfroRising) Christina Edmondson (twitter.com/DrCEdmondson) Ekemini Uwan (twitter.com/sista_theology) Producer: Joshua Heath (twitter.com/J_DotMusic4) Executive Producer: Beau York (twitter.com/TheRealBeauYork) Special Thanks To: RAAN - www.RAANetwork.org (twitter.com/RAANetwork) Podastery - www.podastery.com (twitter.com/Podastery)

On June 7,1979, President Jimmy Carter decreed that June would be the month of black music. Take a seat at the table with Ekemini, Michelle, and Christina as they talk about their love for Black music and its significance for the Diaspora. Hosts: Michelle Higgins (twitter.com/AfroRising) Christina Edmondson (twitter.com/DrCEdmondson) Ekemini Uwan (twitter.com/sista_theology) Producer: Joshua Heath (twitter.com/J_DotMusic4) Executive Producer: Beau York (twitter.com/TheRealBeauYork) Special Thanks To: RAAN - www.RAANetwork.org (twitter.com/RAANetwork) Podastery - www.podastery.com (twitter.com/Podastery)

In this episode, the women of Truth’s Table have been given an a mission to rescue their kinfolks from the “Sunken Place.” Internalized racism is on the table today, so pull up a chair and have a seat at the table with Ekemini, Michelle, and Christina. Hosts: Michelle Higgins (twitter.com/AfroRising) Christina Edmondson (twitter.com/DrCEdmondson) Ekemini Uwan (twitter.com/sista_theology) Producer: Joshua Heath (twitter.com/J_DotMusic4) Executive Producer: Beau York (twitter.com/TheRealBeauYork) Special Thanks To: RAAN - www.RAANetwork.org (twitter.com/RAANetwork) Podastery - www.podastery.com (twitter.com/Podastery)

Many communities celebrate Malcolm X each year. This year, Malcolm X Day is May 19th, his birthday. High consciousness made Malcolm X one of the great “diagnosticians” of culture and life in the United States. This awareness leads to a broader conversation on the impacts of white supremacy among people of faith that are still resonating today. Pull up a chair and have a seat at the table as Ekemini, Michelle, and Christina discuss the truth that came to Brother Malcolm through common grace. Hosts: Michelle Higgins (twitter.com/AfroRising) Christina Edmondson (twitter.com/DrCEdmondson) Ekemini Uwan (twitter.com/sista_theology) Producer: Joshua Heath (twitter.com/J_DotMusic4) Executive Producer: Beau York (twitter.com/TheRealBeauYork) Special Thanks To: RAAN - www.RAANetwork.org (twitter.com/RAANetwork) Podastery - www.podastery.com (twitter.com/Podastery)

In honor of Mother’s Day, Ekemini, Michelle, and Christina pay tribute to their mothers. In this episode, you will get a rare glimpse into the lives of the Truth’s Table women and how each of them have been shaped by their dear mothers. Pull up a chair, grab some tissues and listen as they pay tribute to their moms. Hosts: Michelle Higgins (twitter.com/AfroRising) Christina Edmondson (twitter.com/DrCEdmondson) Ekemini Uwan (twitter.com/sista_theology) Producer: Joshua Heath (twitter.com/J_DotMusic4) Executive Producer: Beau York (twitter.com/TheRealBeauYork) Special Thanks To: RAAN - www.RAANetwork.org (twitter.com/RAANetwork) Podastery - www.podastery.com (twitter.com/Podastery)

Today, the women of Truth’s Table discuss what black motherhood means to them. What it means for them to be black mothers to black children, and what it means to witness black motherhood as daughters. Pull up a chair and have a seat at the table as Ekemini, Michelle, and Christina explore this timely subject. Hosts: Michelle Higgins (twitter.com/AfroRising) Christina Edmondson (twitter.com/DrCEdmondson) Ekemini Uwan (twitter.com/sista_theology) Producer: Joshua Heath (twitter.com/J_DotMusic4) Executive Producer: Beau York (twitter.com/TheRealBeauYork) Special Thanks To: RAAN - www.RAANetwork.org (twitter.com/RAANetwork) Podastery - www.podastery.com (twitter.com/Podastery)

Have a seat at the table, as women of Truth’s Table provide tips for you to survive as a Black woman in the church. Hosts: Michelle Higgins (twitter.com/AfroRising) Christina Edmondson (twitter.com/DrCEdmondson) Ekemini Uwan (twitter.com/sista_theology) Producer: Joshua Heath (twitter.com/J_DotMusic4) Executive Producer: Beau York (twitter.com/TheRealBeauYork) Special Thanks To: RAAN - www.RAANetwork.org (twitter.com/RAANetwork) Podastery - www.podastery.com (twitter.com/Podastery)

The women of Truth’s Table have been overwhelmed by all of the love they have received from their fans. In this episode, Christina, Michelle, and Ekemini want to reciprocate their love for their listeners, so they are answering questions from their listeners. Have a seat at the table and enjoy this episode full of random nuggets of fun and goodness. Hosts: Michelle Higgins (twitter.com/AfroRising) Christina Edmondson (twitter.com/DrCEdmondson) Ekemini Uwan (twitter.com/sista_theology) Producer: Joshua Heath (twitter.com/J_DotMusic4) Executive Producer: Beau York (twitter.com/TheRealBeauYork) Special Thanks To: RAAN - www.RAANetwork.org (twitter.com/RAANetwork) Podastery - www.podastery.com (twitter.com/Podastery)

Trigger Warning: The subject matter in this episode is heavy and there is strong language. The ladies of Truth’s Table share their experiences with objectification inside and outside of the church. What is objectification and how does it manifest itself in the church? This conversation is raw, real, and redemptive. Have a seat at the table as the women of Truth’s Table give voice to this difficult experience. Bring your teacup because the ladies are serving some hot tea. Hosts: Michelle Higgins (twitter.com/AfroRising) Christina Edmondson (twitter.com/DrCEdmondson) Ekemini Uwan (twitter.com/sista_theology) Producer: Joshua Heath (twitter.com/J_DotMusic4) Executive Producer: Beau York (twitter.com/TheRealBeauYork) Special Thanks To: RAAN - www.RAANetwork.org (twitter.com/RAANetwork) Podastery - www.podastery.com (twitter.com/Podastery)

Episode 009: 009  Why the Church Matters? For over five years now, there have been Pew Research studies and countless op-eds have documented the troubling trend of people leaving the church. In this episode of Truth’s Table, Michelle, Ekemini, and Christina discuss the reasons why they choose to remain in the church. Have a seat at the table as the women of Truth’s Table discuss why the church matters. Hosts: Michelle Higgins (twitter.com/AfroRising) Christina Edmondson (twitter.com/DrCEdmondson) Ekemini Uwan (twitter.com/sista_theology) Producer: Joshua Heath (twitter.com/J_DotMusic4) Executive Producer: Beau York (twitter.com/TheRealBeauYork) Special Thanks To: RAAN - www.RAANetwork.org (twitter.com/RAANetwork) Podastery - www.podastery.com (twitter.com/Podastery)

008 Get Out (Movie Discussion) In this episode, the women of Truth’s Table discuss Jordan Peele’s blockbuster hit movie, “Get Out.” Listen in and take a trip to the Armitage Estate with Ekemini, Michelle, and Christina. It’s going to be a wild ride. No spoons or teacups allowed. Hosts: Michelle Higgins (twitter.com/AfroRising) Christina Edmondson (twitter.com/DrCEdmondson) Ekemini Uwan (twitter.com/sista_theology) Producer: Joshua Heath (twitter.com/J_DotMusic4) Executive Producer: Beau York (twitter.com/TheRealBeauYork) Special Thanks To: RAAN - www.RAANetwork.org (twitter.com/RAANetwork) Podastery - www.podastery.com (twitter.com/Podastery)

In this episode, the Ekemini, Michelle, and Christina are joined by Tyler and Jemar from Pass The Mic to discuss the separation of the sexes in the church. The conversation is deep, raw, and real. Pull up a chair, have a seat at the table, and bring your teacup because the ladies are serving hot tea. Hosts: Michelle Higgins (twitter.com/AfroRising) Christina Edmondson (twitter.com/DrCEdmondson) Ekemini Uwan (twitter.com/sista_theology) Producer: Beau York (twitter.com/TheRealBeauYork) Special Thanks To: RAAN - www.RAANetwork.org (twitter.com/RAANetwork) Podastery - www.podastery.com (twitter.com/Podastery)

The ladies of Truth’s Table, Ekemini, Michelle, and Christina rock their natural hair. Have they always worn their hair natural? If not, what caused them to embrace their natural hair?  What has their natural hair journey been like? In this episode, Ekemini, Michelle, and Christina have a candid discussion about their hair stories. Pull up a chair, grab your coconut oil, and twist your hair while the ladies talk about their crowns of glory! Hosts: Michelle Higgins (twitter.com/AfroRising) Christina Edmondson (twitter.com/DrCEdmondson) Ekemini Uwan (twitter.com/sista_theology) Producer: Beau York (twitter.com/TheRealBeauYork) Special Thanks To: RAAN - www.RAANetwork.org (twitter.com/RAANetwork) Podastery - www.podastery.com (twitter.com/Podastery)

In this episode, the ladies of Truth’s Table, Ekemini, Michelle, and Christina talk about the about the documentary film, “I Am Not Your Negro” directed by Raoul Peck.  In 1979, James Baldwin wrote a letter to his literary agent describing his next project, "Remember This House." The book was to give an intimate account of the lives and assassinations of three of his close friends: Medgar Evers, Malcolm X and Martin Luther King, Jr. At the time of Baldwin's death in 1987, he left behind only 30 completed pages of this manuscript. Filmmaker Raoul Peck’s objective is to envision the book James Baldwin never finished. Warning: This episode contains spoilers, strong language, the use of the n-word and descriptive themes of violence. If you haven’t watched the film yet, listen to this episode at your own risk. Hosts: Michelle Higgins (twitter.com/AfroRising) Christina Edmondson (twitter.com/DrCEdmondson) Ekemini Uwan (twitter.com/sista_theology) Producer: Beau York (twitter.com/TheRealBeauYork) Spec

Episode 004: Historical and Contemporary Resistance The mothers and sisters taught us, and we are still learning. We could never list them all! In this third episode of our series on resistance we discuss some of the women whose stories challenge and inspire us. Hosts: Michelle Higgins (twitter.com/AfroRising) Christina Edmondson (twitter.com/DrCEdmondson) Ekemini Uwan (twitter.com/sista_theology) Producer: Beau York (twitter.com/TheRealBeauYork) Special Thanks To: RAAN - www.RAANetwork.org (twitter.com/RAANetwork) Podastery - www.podastery.com (twitter.com/Podastery)

Episode 003: Resistance in the Bible Who and what comes to mind when you think about scripture and resistance? The women will lift up some of their favorite scriptural passages and glean both theological and sociological implications for today for the church and society. Hosts: Michelle Higgins (twitter.com/AfroRising) Christina Edmondson (twitter.com/DrCEdmondson) Ekemini Uwan (twitter.com/sista_theology) Producer: Beau York (twitter.com/TheRealBeauYork) Special Thanks To: RAAN - www.RAANetwork.org (twitter.com/RAANetwork) Podastery - www.podastery.com (twitter.com/Podastery)