Joel Mackall is an award-winning Educator & Project Developer with the ReIdren Business Group based in Roxbury, MA.  He is the founder of the Hidden History of Black Boston Tours and Black Connections: the Mobile Black History Museum. He has delivered numerous professional workshops & illustrated talks for all ages in Roxbury, Dorchester, Mattapan, Greater Boston, nationally, and abroad.  Topics include African American genealogy, African World history, business design, and generative technology.

Georgia McKee manages and runs the TikTok account for Christians Against Christian Nationalism Georgia is a graduate student at the Wake Forest University School of Divinity, working toward a Master of Divinity degree. She earned her B.A. in Faith & Social Justice from Belmont University. Previously, she worked for The Dietrich Bonhoeffer Institute and local political campaigns, and she co-founded Christian Athlete Circles.

Kokayi Nosakhere is an anti-racism/pro-humanity educator who, day in and day out, talks about the ways in which white supremacy culture is alive and well within our bodies and within the racial caste system we live in. Gain access to his books and newsletter by emailing him. RoyalStar907@gmail.com

C. Anthony Bryant is a renowned vocalist who stands out as one of the most versatile and technically sound singers of his generation. With an unparalleled ability to perform every genre of music, he has garnered widespread acclaim for his powerful and emotive voice. Bryant is the leader of the band 5th Sunday and is a graduate of Morehouse College and the Manhattan School of Music. Along with being a gifted vocalist, Bryant is an accomplished composer, conductor, and music program manager. Bryant has performed in a range of settings, from the operatic and concert stage to nightclubs and houses of worship. He has also made significant contributions to the film and recording industries. A passionate advocate for LGBTQIA and Civil Rights, Bryant is a standard-bearer for social justice causes. His unwavering commitment to promoting equality and acceptance is reflected in his music and his activism. Overall, C. Anthony Bryant is a true force to be reckoned with in the world of music and beyond. His talent, versatility, and commitment to social justice make him a unique and valuable voice in today's society. For more information about C. Anthony, check out his website at https://www.canthonybryant.com/

Dr. Aqualus Gordon grew up in Mobile, AL and is the Associate Professor of Psychology and Director of the Counseling Program at Maryville College in knoxville, tn. He received his Ph.D. and M.A. in Counseling Psychology from the Univ. of Texas, mainly focusing on Personality, Men’s Mental Health and Sexuality.   Oh, and like me, he's and ENFP.   Kway and I connected via Tiktok, and if you use the app at all, I would definitely suggest giving him a follow if you are at all interested in understanding more about personality types.

This week, I welcome Joy Marilie Jackson to the podcast. Joy has over 20 years of experience in education as a teacher and school leader. She now works as a conscious parenting coach as well as an Arts Education consultant in several NYC schools and arts organizations. To find out more about Joy and all the services she provides to parents and educators alike, visit her website at https://www.joymarilie.com/

Damali Robertson is a DEI Practicitioner, an emerging filmmaker and a student of life. Her commitment to justice, particularly using spirituality and faith as a vehicle to connect and promote it, is seriously inspiring. You can find out more about Damali on her website or check her out on Instagram and Tiktok. https://damalirobertson.com/

For the last episode of season 5, I re-share last year's Easter episode...with some new thoughts.

Will James is a husband, father, and attorney in Oklahoma who saw a video on TikTok from a former Adventist asking ‘where are the ex Adventists telling our stories? We have to be out here?’ In response Will , as will.i.jam said ‘hold my communion juice’ and started creating content exploring his understanding, inconsistencies, and reflections on his 30 plus years as a member of the Seventh Day Adventist church to bring a sense of ‘I see you, and we’re okay,’ to others who have had to walk away (with sheer shenanigans sprinkled in from time to time.)

Kokayi Nosakhere is an anti-racism/pro-humanity educator who, day in and day out, talks about the ways in which white supremacy culture is alive and well within our bodies and within the racial caste system we live in. His new book, Wanted: The Gloria Johnson Experience is available now. Email him to purchase. To sign up for his newsletter, email Kokayi at RoyalStar907@gmail.com

Bianca van Wyk was born in and lives in South Africa. Her passion for people and her background in psychology lead her to a career in workplace learning and development. Her online advocacy focuses on social justice issues in the South African context, including anti-racism.

Chelsea is a podcaster and coach who empowers people healing from grief, disappointment, and loss. Working specifically with women who have been in affairs, she aims to separate the narratives of who we are told we are and who we choose to be. Having been raised a devout Christian, her "breakup" with her religion opened doors to expand her capacity for love, compassion, and acceptance of other perspectives. You can find her on TikTok @theotherwomanandthewife. The podcast, The Other Woman and The Wife, is available anywhere you listen.

Clarissa Fuselier (She/Her) has over a decade of experience in operations/change management leadership, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion strategy, and life coaching. She’s a fierce advocate for inclusive policies and programs in tech, publishing & advertising organizations. Her Black, woman-led business, Inclusion.Logic, specializes in creating sound DEI strategies for small to mid-size tech businesses around the US and executive advocacy coaching. When she’s not mentoring Austin locals in their career pivots into tech, as an author of several books, she writes fiction. She’s the founder of the Inclusive Romance Project—a non-profit organization and mentorship program centering on the professional growth for romance authors of marginalized identities in the industry.

Evan Mingo (they/he) is a Project Coordinator at Tufts University and a part-time cultural educator and content creator on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube under the name @blacademics. They obtained a B.S. in Psychology and Ethnic Studies from Yale, and a Masters of Philosophy in Sociology from King’s College, University of Cambridge. Their content spans Psychology, Sociology, Ethnicity & Race, gender, sexuality, history and politics.”

Abel Perry is a career pugilist and a passionate enthusiast of black history and the history of the black church in America. After deconstructing his 30+ years of experience in American Christianity, he now champions conversations that highlight the difference in deconstructing from the black Christian church in America as opposed to its white counterpart. In these conversations, he targets the difference in their theology, their culture, and the way history regards them. Abel is known on social media as Poetic Deconstruction.

Abel Perry is a career pugilist and a passionate enthusiast of black history and the history of the black church in America. After deconstructing his 30+ years of experience in American Christianity, he now champions conversations that highlight the difference in deconstructing from the black Christian church in America as opposed to its white counterpart. In these conversations, he targets the difference in their theology, their culture, and the way history regards them. Abel is known on social media as Poetic Deconstruction.

From being a pastor’s kid and kid's minister to a deconstructed, practicing witch; Savannah is a content creator with over a quarter of a million followers under the moniker That Witch Up The Holler.

Dieula is a pastor, a counselor and the Founder and CEO of ElevateHer International Ministries. She walks with people by doing the work of trauma healing and  seeks to empower everyone she meets to live full and whole lives. She is in the process of releasing her FIRST BOOK "Does God See Me". You can pre-order her book here! https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-See-Me-Trauma-Healing/dp/1641587555

Aireka, known as "Thinker" on TikTok, is a deconstructionist influencer who openly shares her experiences and journey of deconstructing from Christianity and her religious upbringing. She has amassed a following of nearly 300K followers across the platform.

Zach Gray is a dad, therapist, activist, abolitionist, and trauma survivor.   I met Zach on TikTok where we found ourselves connecting around anti-racism work. He is a passionate voice for people experiencing suffering at the hands of white supremacy culture and I'm so grateful to call him my friend. You can find Zach on TikTok at his handle @FTPx1312