David shares some thoughts on both last month's presidential debate, and July 13th's assassination attempt on former President Trump. Patreon: https://patreon.com/raciallyspeaking?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

David's wife, Kaitlyn, joins the pod to talk about raising their three biracial kids, their own interracial marriage, and the anniversary of the legalization of interracial marriage. Notes: Join our Patreon: https://patreon.com/raciallyspeaking?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink About Loving Day: https://www.daysoftheyear.com/days/loving-day/ Loving Documentary: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4669986/ Jodi Piccoult book: https://www.amazon.com/Small-Great-Things-Jodi-Picoult/dp/0345544978/ref=asc_df_0345544978/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=693409812949&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=12842945080232303830&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9008741&hvtargid=pla-450865323591&psc=1&mcid=7244f09947ff39b08a1a7821f4f73968&gad_source=1

As they round out AAPI Heritage Month, David is joined by K-6th grade art teacher, photographer, and new mom, Victoria Willis, out of Northern Virginia to discuss being a rare Asian American voice in the public school system, what motherhood has taught her so far, and much more. Vicky also shares what's unique about her Filipina heritage, and how teaching her students how to navigate race conversions has been both challenging as well as life-giving. Notes: Follow Vicky @veryvicky_ Please consider joining our patreon: https://www.patreon.com/raciallyspeaking

David and John-Mark dissect both what was wrong and what was actually acceptable about Harrison Butker's commencement speech last week. Then the two share their thoughts on Michael Richard's (Kramer from Seinfeld) upcoming memoire amid the fallout from his explicit, racist rant back in 2006. Last, David and John-Mark have a candid conversation on how to discern forgiveness, cancel culture, and accountability in their own lives. Show Notes: 4:50 - Harrison Butker's speech 38:14 - Michael Richards' racist rant Please consider joining our patreon: https://www.patreon.com/raciallyspeaking

David and John-Mark catch up on what's been going on between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, Taylor Swift's, "The Torture Poet's Department," and Beyonce's, "Cowboy Carter." The two breakdown the racial implications of Drake and Kendrick's beef, whether or not Black people like Taylor Swift, and whether or not we give Beyonce enough respect. Show Notes: 7:40 - Drake and Kendrick 40:03 - Taylor Swift 122:15 - Beyonce https://time.com/5673476/ken-burns-country-music-black-artists/ https://www.patreon.com/raciallyspeaking

David sits down with pastor, preacher, worship leader, and former wide-receiver, E.L. Smiling, to talk about all the above as it relates to justice. https://www.patreon.com/raciallyspeaking https://www.amazon.com/Church-Heaven-Cultivating-Multiethnic-Kingdom/dp/1514005387

David sits down with returning guest, friend and pastor, Dr. Vince Oliveri, to discuss whether or not the Bible talks about justice at its core. Vince is a pastor at The Vine Church in Blacksburg, VA, and recently finished up his PhD at the University of Aberdeen in Scotland. https://www.patreon.com/raciallyspeaking

David sits down with Radford University's Black Student Alliance officers, I'yonah Cartwright and Dayshawn Perry, to discuss activism on campus and this generation's views on everything from representation to voting. https://www.patreon.com/raciallyspeaking

David discusses the recent mass shooting that took place at the Kansas City Chief's super bowl parade, and what can and needs to be done about lethal gun culture. https://www.patreon.com/raciallyspeaking https://www.everytown.org/ https://publichealth.jhu.edu/departments/health-policy-and-management/research-and-practice/center-for-gun-violence-solutions

David is joined by friend of the show, Alethea Lamberson, to discuss "race-norming" in the NFL, the history of racism in the league, and whether or not we should hold musical artists accountable for the things the advocate for in their music. The two discuss Jay-Z's lucrative partnership with the NFL to help combat racism, as well as Taylor Swifts latest Grammy wins, and much, much more. Show notes: https://www.patreon.com/raciallyspeaking https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-nfls-racist-race-norming-is-an-afterlife-of-slavery/ https://www.vox.com/culture/2019/8/16/20808892/jay-z-nfl-kaepernick-roc-nation-partnership-inspire-change-criticism https://www.forbes.com/sites/susanharmeling/2024/01/23/the-politics-of-pop-dei-lessons-from-taylor-swifts-advocacy/?sh=306ac99d75c4 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blackballed/id1690841575

In our second episode of our "Gen Z on Justice" series, David sits down with Radford University student, Travis Woolard, to hear his perspective on his generation's views on justice, as well as his mutual, life-long admiration for the late Kobe Bryant. The two weave in and out of justice conversation while also reflecting on the fourth anniversary of the passing of Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna. https://www.patreon.com/raciallyspeaking

David gives some brief thoughts on the presidential race and, racially speaking, on what issues stick out. https://www.patreon.com/raciallyspeaking

David and John-Mark celebrate podcasting for three years and recount why they started the podcast, and where it goes from here. https://www.patreon.com/raciallyspeaking

David sits down with friend and Radford University student, Nifemi Ayodele, in this first episode of the pod's new "Gen Z on Justice" series, in which the guys will discuss where justice conversations are headed from the perspective of Gen Z-ers themselves. In this episode, Nifemi shares her perspective on how Gen Z is perceived by older generations, what Gen Z has to offer, reasons for hope moving into 2024, and why she thinks it's important to have justice conversations. Check out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/raciallyspeaking

David chats with friend, Megan Hilton, about the conflict going on in Israel. The two discuss the different layers to the entire conflict, what's transpired since the HAMAS attack on October 7th, and how we can discuss and help from afar. Throughout, Megan shares about her experience as a Messianic Jew, and what it's like having close family members living in Israel while this is all going on. Show Notes: https://www.patreon.com/raciallyspeaking 6:00 - discussion begins https://theologyintheraw.com/podcasts/ https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2023/aug/19/israel-apartheid-state-south-africa-netanyahu

David and John-Mark are joined by author, speaker, professor, public theologian, and David's former high school history teacher, Dr. Esau McCaulley, to discuss his new book, "How Far to the Promised Land," as well as much, much more! The three discuss faith, family, and vocation, as well as how all three intersect with storytelling, forgiveness, and justice. You can follow Dr. McCaulley and his work at the link below: https://esaumccaulley.com/ Please also consider joining our patreon where 100 percent of the profit is put toward action! https://patreon.com/raciallyspeaking

David and John-Mark have a timely conversation on how to and how to not engage with the news and social media. They begin by sharing some thoughts on the Israel and Palestine conflict, and then discuss how things like "cancel culture" and "reverse-discrimination" affect how we engage with society today. Please join our Patreon where one hundred percent of the profit is put toward action! https://patreon.com/raciallyspeaking?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_link

David and John-Mark reunite to discuss the racially charged brawl that happened on a boat dock in Montgomery, AL last month, as well as the pervasive nature of Deep South culture that seems to be rearing its head lately. The two also discuss former Auburn football coach now Alabama State Senator, Tommy Tuberville's, redefining of "white nationalism," and end by discussing Jason Aldean's song, "Try that in a Small Town." Notes: 11:08 - Montgomery Brawl

In this new episode, David interviews long-time activist and gun safety advocate, Karen Fischer. They discuss everything from the increase in gun violence, to mental health, to social media, to legislation, and end with hope and what can be done. They also discuss the racial implications and how gun violence is affecting communities of color disproportionately. Show Notes: Interview with Karen Fischer: 7:10 https://momsdemandaction.org/ https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/australia-marks-25-years-since-worst-mass-shooting-2021-04-28/ "American Carnage" https://www.amazon.com/American-Carnage-Shattering-Myths-Violence/dp/1684812054/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=3FH0LAZFP7ENR&keywords=american+carnage&qid=1693447492&sprefix=american+carn%2Caps%2C803&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1 "Fight Like a Mother" https://www.amazon.com/Fight-Like-Mother-Shannon-Watts-audiobook/dp/B07PJT5G4X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=VP1HO9KDAPUA&keywords=fight+like+a+mother&qid=1693447552&sprefix=Fight+like+a+mother%2Caps%2C261&sr=8-1 Suicide rates: https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2013/05/24/suicides-account-for-most-gun-deaths/

David is joined by justice advocate and NYU Psychology Professor, Dr. Lauren Mims, to discuss the SCOTUS's latest decision to strike down affirmative action in higher education. The two discuss what the decision both means and doesn't mean, what most people don't understand about how affirmative action works overall, and how everyone can still do their part to ensure higher education moves toward inclusion and equity. Dr. Mims also shares more about her career, her time in the White House, and much, much more! Instagram: @drlaurenmims Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/raciallyspeaking