Truth's Table

Sponsor(s): HelloFreshEpisode Description: In this episode, Ekemini and Christina are at the table talking about thier hair. During the first season of Truth’s Table, the sistas talked about the importance and the implications of wearing their natural hair. Now they are back at the table six years later to discuss the ever-evolving relationship they have with their hair. Sistas, pull up a chair, grab your coconut oil and have a seat at the table.  Truth’s Table Listener Hello Fresh Discount:Hello Fresh Deal for Truth’s Table Listeners: Go to hellofresh.com/truthstable16 and use code truthstable16 for 16 free meals plus free shipping!Support Truth’s Table: Buy our book! Truth’s Table Black Women’s Musings on Life, Love, and Liberation: https://truthstable.com/bookPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/TruthsTablePayPal: https://www.paypal.me/TruthsTableAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Sponsor(s): hello freshEpisode Description: In this episode, Ekemini is that the table with Kizzle who is the founder of the popular podcast, “Express Yourself, Black Man.” As the founder of Express Yourself Black Man and the creator of A Black Man’s Safe Haven. Through Express Yourself Black Man (XYBM) @expressyourselfblackman, Kizzle is building a healthier Black community by teaching and equipping Black men with the tools and resources they need to grow and heal. XYBM focuses on meeting Black men where they are and offering them the information they need to succeed in language they understand. The platform consists of a podcast (available on all podcast streaming platforms), social media community (with over 115K+ Black people across all social media platforms), and a holistic healing app for Black men, A Black Man’s Safe Haven (@blackmansafehaven).Safe Haven is a holistic healing platform that was built to take the stress out of the healing journey for Black men. In Safe Haven, Black men are paired with B

In this episode, Ekemini and Christina are sitting at the table with Dr. Michael Robinson to talk about Black men’s mental health. Truth’s Table has always been a strong advocate for mental health support and care, so it’s only right that we also talk about the importance of this for our Black brothas.  Michael Robinson’s research interests address the health and well-being of African Americans and other underserved populations, particularly in relation to substance abuse and mental disorders. Robinson’s work has appeared in publications such as the Journal of Social Work Education and “The Handbook of African American Health: Social and Behavioral Interventions.” He is currently serving a three year appointment as a manuscript reviewer for the Journal of Social Work Education. He has also assisted the Council on Social Work Education through appointments to the Council for Racial Ethnic and Cultural Diversity and the Commission for Diversity and Social and Economic Justice. He currently directs the school’s

Sponsor(s): Broadleaf Books: Social Justice For the Sensitive SoulEpisode Description: In this episode, Ekemini and Christina are at sitting at the table to talk to Faitth Brooks about her debut book, “Remember Me Now.” Faitth Brooks is a writer, speaker, social worker, activist, and co-host of the Melanated Faith podcast. She engages in activism by working with nonprofits to find sustainable solutions to systemic issues, as well as by being a strategist and consultant for brands and influencers. Faitth has served as the director of programs and innovation for Be the Bridge and director of women's empowerment for Legacy Collective. In addition to leveraging her speaking and social media platforms to enliven collective liberation centered on the sisterhood of Black women, Faitth is crafting a communal space where Black sisters can explore rest, tenderness, and softness. Pull up a chair and have a seat at the table with us! Purchase Remember Me Now by Faitth Brooks: https://www.amazon.com/Remember-Me-Now-Jo

Sponsor(s): HelloFresh, I Won’t Shut Up! & The Witness ConferenceEpisode Description:  In this episode, Ekemini and Christina are at the table talking about the toxicity within a particular segment of the Black male podcast universe. What is the motivation for the misogynoir that these podcasters perpetuate? How can their Black male podcasting counterparts begin to divest from negativity in order to produce content that uplifts our community collective and fosters Black love? Pull up a chair and have a seat at the table with us! Pull up a chair and have a seat at the table with us! Truth’s Table Listener Discounts:Hello Fresh Deal for Truth’s Table Listeners: Go to hellofresh.com/truthstable16 and use code truthstable16 for 16 free meals plus free shipping!Buy I Won’t Shut Up! By Ally Henny. SAVE 40% off plus free standard shipping when you order from https://bakerbookhouse.com/products/492130 and use promo code ALLYTRUTH to save.The Witness Conference Deal for Truth’s Table Listeners: Save 25% off your r

Sponsor(s): HelloFresh, I Won’t Shut Up! & The Witness ConferenceEpisode Description: Back in the days when I was young, I’m not a kid anymore, but some days and sit and wish I was a kid again.” - Ahmad What y’all know about that classic 90s jam? In this episode, Ekemini and Christina are at the table and they are taking y’all back into time to y’all what it was like to be a Black girl in a nineties kind of world. Get ready to go down memory lane with Ekemini and Christina, as they reminisce over their childhood and all things 90s. Pull up a chair and have a seat at the table with us!  Truth’s Table Listener Discounts:Hello Fresh Deal for Truth’s Table Listeners: Go to hellofresh.com/truthstable16 and use code truthstable16 for 16 free meals plus free shipping!Buy I Won’t Shut Up! By Ally Henny. SAVE 40% off plus free standard shipping when you order from https://bakerbookhouse.com/products/492130 and use promo code ALLYTRUTH to save.The Witness Conference Deal for Truth’s Table Listeners: Save 25% off yo

Sponsor(s): The Witness ConferenceEpisode Description: In this episode, Ekemini and Christina are at the table talking about the need to discern the times. How do you apply wisdom and discernment to the world around us. How do we know when to engage and disengage the world and how do we do with wisdom. Pull up a chair and have a seat at the table with us! Hello Fresh Deal for Truth’s Table Listeners: Go to hellofresh.com/truthstable16 and use code truthstable16 for 16 free meals plus free shipping!The Witness Conference Deal for Truth’s Table Listeners: Save 25% off your registration for the Joy and Justice 2023: Rise Up and Flourish when you register using promo code TRUTHSTABLE at http://riseupandflourish.com/  The Rise Up & Flourish conference will be held on June 23-24, 2023, at the historic Lilydale First Baptist Church’s Legacy Campus located at 424 Indianwood Boulevard, Park Forest, Illinois 60466.Regular-priced tickets: $125At the door: $200Register today! Support Truth’s Table: Buy our book! Trut

Sponsor(s): The Witness Conference & Hello Fresh Episode Description: In this episode Ekemini and Christina are excited to sit down at the table with NAACP Image Award Winning Author, Tracey Michae’l Lewis-Giggetts.  As a writer and thought-leader, Tracey Michae’l Lewis-Giggetts offers those who read her work and hear her speak an authentic experience; an opportunity to explore the intersection of culture, identity, and faith/spirituality at the deepest levels. She is the founder of HeARTspace, a healing community created to serve those who have experienced trauma of any kind through the use of storytelling and the arts.Tracey holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from the University of Kentucky, a Master of Business Administration degree from Montclair State University, and a Master of Fine Arts degree from Fairleigh-Dickinson University. She is a former Assistant Professor of English and Black Studies at the Community College of Philadelphia.As a writer, Tracey has published 22 books includin

Sponsor(s): The Witness ConferenceEpisode Description: In this episode, Ekemini and Christina sit down at the table with Rev. Dr. Mika Edmondson, Rev. Watson Jones III, and Rev. Tyler Burns to discuss Black men, Christianity, and the church. Where are the Black men? What are the systemic barriers that keep Black men out of the church? Is there something about the way we do church that is unappealing to Black men? What hope can Black men find in Jesus? These brothas break it all the way down for us. You don’t want to miss this episode and make sure to share it with the brothas in your life, too! Pull up a chair and have a seat at the table with us. Learn more about our guests: Rev. Dr. Mika Edmondson is a native of Nashville, TN and is the Pastor of Koinonia Church in Nashville, TN. He is married to Dr. Christina Edmondson and together they have two wonderful daughters. Mika is grateful and humbled to be a child of God. Follow Pastor Mika on social media @mika_edmondson Rev. Watson Jones III serves as the Exec

Sponsor(s): TT, Patreon &The Witness ConferenceEpisode Description: In this episode, Ekemini and Christina are sitting at the table with Dr. Terence Lester.  Dr. Terence Lester is a storyteller, public scholar, speaker, community activist, and author who is the Founder and Executive Director of Love Beyond Walls, a nonprofit organization focused on raising poverty and homelessness awareness and community mobilization.At the age of sixteen, Terence was a high-school dropout and a member of a gang. A rebellious teen, he lived on the streets and even attempted to take his own life. At twenty, he was arrested.In jail, he met a man who talked to him about life decisions. It was the first time he had ever heard the good news. By the start of the following year, he was submitting to a call to share his testimony to change the lives of others.Three ideals drive Terence: (1) anyone can make a difference, (2) we don’t live forever, (3), and it’s worth dedicating one’s life to ensuring no one feels invisible. He’s k

Sponsor(s): The Witness & TT patreonEpisode Description: Our 2023 NAACP Image Award Nominated book, Truth’s Table: Black Women’s Musings on Life, Love, and Liberation is a whole ONE year old, y’all! Ekemini and Christina are sitting at the table reflecting back on what it took write this book. They discuss the joy and the triumphs and the importance of Black literature. Pull up a chair and have a seat at the table with us! Buy our book! Truth’s Table Black Women’s Musings on Life, Love, and Liberation: https://truthstable.com/bookTruth’s Table Listeners can save 25% off their registration for the Joy and Justice 2023: Rise Up and Flourish when you register using promo code TRUTHSTABLE at http://riseupandflourish.com/  The Rise Up & Flourish conference will be held on June 23-24, 2023, at the historic Lilydale First Baptist Church’s Legacy Campus located at 424 Indianwood Boulevard, Park Forest, Illinois 60466.Regular-priced tickets: $125At the door: $200Register today! Support Truth’s Table: Patreon:

Sponsor(s): TT Book Episode Description: It’s our first Black Girl Magic interview of the season! In this episode, Ekemini and Christina sit down with Jacqueline Horbrook, CEO of Black Christian Influencers (BCI). She talks to us about what it means to be an influencer and the importance of being a good steward over our influence.  Jacqueline Horbrook is a millenial trailblazer from Chicago, Illinois. With a Masters of Education and a Bachelor's degree in Business, she aims to make positive contributions to the world. Her most recent endeavor has led her to create an organization called Black Christian Influencers that focuses on promoting, supporting, and encouraging social media influencers from varying career backgrounds. Follow Jacqueline Horbrook and BCI @blackchristianinfluencers and @jackietheeducator on InstagramBuy our book! Truth’s Table Black Women’s Musings on Life, Love, and Liberation: https://truthstable.com/bookSupport Truth’s Table: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TruthsTablePayPal: http

Sponsor(s): TT Book Episode Description: In this episode, Ekemini and Christina sit down at the table with Kobe Campbell to discuss her debut book, “Why Am I Like This?” Pull up a chair and have a seat at the table with us! Kobe Campbell is an award-winning licensed trauma therapist, writer, media expert, and speaker. With a kind, compassionate, and energetic spirit, she helps people find the truest versions of themselves under the pain that they’ve endured through therapy, speaking, retreats, organizational trainings, and spiritual formation.Kobe’s debut book, Why Am I Like This, How to Break Cycles, Heal from Trauma, and Restore Your Faith is out in stores now! This book is a resource for every person who’s wanted to heal from past pain so they can begin living again.Follow Kobe Campbell on social media at @kobecampbell_Buy Why Am I Like This? Here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/why-am-i-like-this-how-to-break-cycles-heal-from-trauma-and-restore-your-faith-kobe-campbell/18596704?ean=9780785296423Buy our book

IVP- Touch The Earth By Drew Jackson Episode Description: In this episode, Ekemini and Christina sit down with their play cousin, Timothy Welbeck, Esq. Timothy Welbeck is the Director of the Center of Anti-Racism in addition to being an Assistant Professor of Instruction at Temple University. A Civil Rights Attorney by training, Timothy's work as an attorney and scholar has allowed him to contribute to various media outlets, such as CNN, CBS, BBC Radio 4, The Washington Post, The Philadelphia Inquirer, NPR, The Huffington Post, WHYY, REVOLT TV, etc. Timothy lives in the Philadelphia area with his wife and three children. You may learn more about him by visiting his website: www.timothywelbeck.com. Buy our NAACP Image Award Nominated book! Truth’s Table Black Women’s Musings on Life, Love, and Liberation: https://truthstable.com/bookTruth’s Table Discount for Touch The Earth by Drew Jackson: 30% and get free US shipping on Touch the Earth by Drew Jackson when you order at https://www.ivpress.com/touch-the-

In this episode, Ekemini and Christina are at the table talking about the arrest of Jonathan Majors and the allegations of abuse that occured shortly after the nationwide release of Creed III. They have a broader conversation about why this news hit the Black community hard and when do we determine when to call in, call out, and cast out within our community. Pull up a chair and have a seat at the table with us! Links referred to in the show: NPR:  “Actor Jonathan Majors was arrested on charges of assault and harassment” https://www.npr.org/2023/04/02/1167645498/actor-jonathan-majors-was-arrested-on-charges-of-assault-and-harassmentA Conversation Between Nikki Giovanni and James Baldwin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pg2t5b0m2d4Buy our NAACP Image Award Nominated book! Truth’s Table Black Women’s Musings on Life, Love, and Liberation: https://truthstable.com/bookLink to purchase The Davenports by Krystal Marquis: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/697071/the-davenports-by-krystal-marquis/Support Truth

In this episode Christina and Ekemini are a the table talking all things Creed II. They talk about the sociological, psychological and theological themes of the movie that resonate with them. Stay tuned to find out how many stars they gave Creed III. FYI: This episode of Truth’s Table was recorded on March 10, 2023. Pull up a chair and have a seat at the table with us.Buy our NAACP Image Award Nominated book! Truth’s Table Black Women’s Musings on Life, Love, and Liberation: https://truthstable.com/bookLink to purchase A Just Passion: A Six-Week Lenten Journey by Ruth Haley Barton, Sheila Wise Rowe, Tish Harrison Warren, and Terry M. Wildman and othershttps://www.ivpress.com/a-just-passionTruth’s Table listeners can save 30% off A Just Passion when they order at https://www.ivpress.com/a-just-passion using promo code TRUTH23 (offer expires September 30). Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We are back for our seventh season, y’all! God is good and we are glad to be back at the table. We are kicking off this season with a series called “Black Brotha, We Love Ya!” In this episode, Ekemini and Christina sit down and talk about why they are choosing to bring the brothas to the table this season and how doing so may resonate with the sistas at the table. Pull up a chair and have a seat at the table with us. Buy our book! Truth’s Table Black Women’s Musings on Life, Love, and Liberation: https://truthstable.com/bookLink to purchase Lent by Esau McCaulley: https://www.ivpress.com/lent-ftsTruth’s Table listeners can save 30% on Lent when they order at ivpress.com using promo code TRUTH23 (offer expires September 30). Support Truth’s Table: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TruthsTablePayPal: https://www.paypal.me/TruthsTable Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

In this bonus episode, Ekemini and Christina are back at the table to talk and analyze all things Wakanda Forever. They discuss the anticipation for this sequel, the untimely death of Chadwick Boseman, and they provide sociological, theological and political analysis of Ryan Coogler’s Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Pull up a chair and have a seat at the table with us! Purchase our new book! Truth’s Table: Black Women’s Musings on Life, Love, and Liberation: https://www.amazon.com/Truths-Table-Womens-Musings-Liberation/dp/0593239733/ Support Truth’s Table: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TruthsTable PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/TruthsTable Merchandise: https://teespring.com/truthstable

We’ve come to the end of the road, y’all! Chrisitina and Ekemini are sitting at the table reflecting on season six of Truth’s Table. They discuss their favorite episodes, surprises they encountered during this season, and what to expect for season seven of Truth’s Table. Pull up a chair and have a seat at the table with us! Purchase our new book! Truth’s Table: Black Women’s Musings on Life, Love, and Liberation: https://www.amazon.com/Truths-Table-Womens-Musings-Liberation/dp/0593239733/ Check out 'The Pirate's Daughter' over on Kickstarter for more details: findeversail.com #FindEversail Check out Natasha Sistrunk Robinson’s A Sojourner’s Truth Podcast http://www.natashasrobinson.com/podcast Support Truth’s Table: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TruthsTable PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/TruthsTable Merchandise: https://teespring.com/truthstable

Truth’s Table’s season six is nearing the finish line, y’all! Christina and Ekemini are the table talking about “backsliding.” Have y’all heard this saying in certain church circles that describes someone who is like the prodigal son? Well, regardless if you have or haven’t, Ekemini and Christina explain what it means to be “blackslidden.” They talk about the difference between a backslider and one who is an apostate. They talk about their own experience of being backslidden and how to minister to someone who might be backslidden, currently. Pull up a chair and have a seat at the table with us. Purchase our new book! Truth’s Table: Black Women’s Musings on Life, Love, and Liberation: https://www.amazon.com/Truths-Table-Womens-Musings-Liberation/dp/0593239733/ Support Truth’s Table: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TruthsTable PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/TruthsTable Merchandise: https://teespring.com/truthstable