Be the Bridge Podcast with Latasha Morrison
295 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsThe Be the Bridge Podcast is a resource from the non-profit organization Be the Bridge, which was founded in 2016 by best-selling author and leader in the fight for racial justice, Latasha Morrison. Be the Bridge responds to racial brokenness and systemic injustice in our world and believes understanding can move us toward racial healing, racial equity, and racial unity. This podcast is an extension of our vision to make sure people are no longer conditioned by a racialized society but grounded in truth. This is a resource to help cultivate courageous conversations and equip all to flourish.
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291 - Learning to Not Give Up Before It Gets Good with Gospel Artist Tasha Cobbs Leonard
May 07, 2024 06:55 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBGospel artist, pastor, and entrepreneur Tasha Cobbs Leonard joins Latasha Morrison on the Be the Bridge Podcast to talk about her debut book, Do It Anyway: Don’t Give Up Before It Gets Good. At Be the Bridge, we talk about hope often. It is what pushes us onward and allows us to persevere. Tasha Cobbs Leonard vulnerably shares parts of her story that will inspire and empower others. She offers hope to our community! About Tasha Cobbs Leonard: A pastor’s daughter born and raised in Georgi...
290 - Honoring the Ritual of Wash Day and Viewing Art as an Act of Justice with Photographer Tomesha Faxio
April 23, 2024 06:30 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MBTomesha Faxio is a self-taught documentary photographer dedicated to portraying and centering the Black experience. She specializes in portraits of Black women and women of color. Tomesha strives to tell authentic stories that both inform and inspire, and her photography has been featured across media outlets. Before becoming a photographer, Tomesha was a lawyer working as Legal Counsel for Spanx. She is a graduate of Spelman College (B.A., Psychology) and Vanderbilt University (J.D., Law), ...
289 - Becoming Kingdom Basement Dwellers and Living Upside Down Lives with Podcaster and Influencer Tim Ross
April 09, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBTim Ross is a professional podcaster, social media influencer, author, preacher and businessman. You've probably heard him on his podcast, The Basement, and seen him on social media. He just recently released his book “Welcome to the Basement: An Upside Down Guide to Greatness.” You will love this conversation between Tim and Latasha as they laugh together, hold grief together, and show us the importance of embracing the tensions in life.
288 - Holding Compassionate Conversations around Immigration with Women of Welcome Director Bri Stensrud
March 26, 2024 07:03 - 1 hour - 68.7 MBBri Stensrud is an author, human dignity advocate, and the Director of Women of Welcome. She has authored two books: Start with Welcome: The Journey toward a Confident and Compassionate Immigration Conversation, and a children's book: The Biggest Best Light: Shining God's Light into the World Around You. Bri holds a Masters of Biblical & Theological Studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and her voice has been highlighted across news platforms.
288 - Starting with Welcome and Holding Compassionate Conversations around Immigration with Women of Welcome Director Bri Stensrud
March 26, 2024 07:03 - 1 hour - 68.7 MBBri Stensrud is an author, human dignity advocate, and the Director of Women of Welcome. She has authored two books: Start with Welcome: The Journey toward a Confident and Compassionate Immigration Conversation, and a children's book: The Biggest Best Light: Shining God's Light into the World Around You. Bri holds a Masters of Biblical & Theological Studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and her voice has been highlighted across news platforms.
287 - How the Bible has Shaped American Politics with Author, Speaker, and Podcast Host Kaitlyn Schiess
March 12, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBWe are thrilled to have author, speaker, perpetual theology student, and co-host of The Holy Post Podcast, Kaitlyn Schiess join the Be the Bridge Podcast with Latasha Morrison for an episode all about this American political life as followers of Jesus. They discuss Kaitlyn's new book, The Ballot and the Bible: How Scripture Has Been Used and Abused in American Politics and Where We Go from Here, which gives historical context for where we are now. They talk about how looking to see what peo...
287 - Navigating American Politics as Followers of Jesus with Kaitlyn Schiess
March 12, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBWe are thrilled to have author, speaker, perpetual theology student, and co-host of The Holy Post Podcast, Kaitlyn Schiess join the Be the Bridge Podcast with Latasha Morrison for an episode all about this American political life as followers of Jesus. They discuss Kaitlyn's new book, The Ballot and the Bible: How Scripture Has Been Used and Abused in American Politics and Where We Go from Here, which gives historical context for where we are now. And they give both practical and hopeful wor...
286 - Celebrating Black Culture with Latasha Morrison and Friends & Learning How to Hope with Dr. Will Gravely
February 27, 2024 06:00 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBThis is an episode full of joy and hope for Black History Month! We have asked a few friends of Be the Bridge to share what they love about Black culture. Their responses remind us of God’s distinct, beautiful, intentional creativity and design. They remind us of the power of perseverance and resilience. Resilience is connected with another theme we’ve been holding on to at Be the Bridge - hope. So we are also bringing a word of encouragement from one of our board members, Dr. Will Gravely...
286 - Celebrating Black Culture with Friends of Be the Bridge and Learning How to Hope with Dr. Will Gravely
February 27, 2024 06:00 - 53 minutes - 49 MBThis is an episode full of joy and hope for Black History Month! We have asked a few friends of Be the Bridge to share what they love about Black culture. Their responses remind us of God’s distinct, beautiful, intentional creativity and design. They remind us of the power of perseverance and resilience. Resilience is connected with another theme we’ve been holding on to at Be the Bridge - hope. So we are also bringing a word of encouragement from one of our board members, Dr. Will Gravely...
285 - Getting More out of Black History Month with Historian, Author, and Speaker Jemar Tisby
February 13, 2024 14:28 - 1 hour - 64.1 MBFor Black History Month, historian, author, and speaker Jemar Tisby joins Latasha Morrison and Jefferson Jones on the Be the Bridge Podcast. This full conversation brings wisdom, context, and encouragement as they talk about current headlines, the importance of context in history, white Chritian nationalism, navigating church, and more. Jemar wraps up the conversation by saying, “God makes His biggest moves with the smallest resources. So hang in there.” And ultimately that is what we hope ...
Bonus Episode - Cultural Views: A Conversation on if American has Ever Been a Racist Country
January 29, 2024 11:00 - 51 minutes - 70.7 MBHas America ever been a racist country? Jefferson Jones, the BTB Youth & University Manager, and Elizabeth Behrens, a BTB Educator and the Learning & Content Developer, sit down to discuss this question and the conversations happening around it. They talk about the importance of understanding narratives, origin stories, and different types of conflicts. They also encourage the community to not be driven by outrage but be fueled by things that are sustainable. Join the conversation in the Be...
284 - A Conversation on Hope with Latasha Morrison, Tange Johnson, and Micah Smith
January 23, 2024 12:37 - 1 hour - 62.3 MBWe are beginning 2024 centering our hearts on hope! Latasha Morrison (our Founder and Chief Executive Officer), Tange Johnson (BTB Chief Transformation Officer), and Micah Smith (BTB Chief Operating Officer) sit down for a powerful conversation on how we can hold onto hope this year.
284 - Holding on to Hope in 2024 with the Latasha Morrison, Tange Johnson, and Micah Smith of the Be the Bridge Executive Team
January 23, 2024 12:37 - 1 hour - 62.3 MBWhether you are feeling hopeful or struggling to find hope right now, pull up a chair for this conversation. Join the Be the Bridge Executive Team as they talk about the impact of a yes, what true peace looks like, and how our stories are connected. Latasha Morrison, Tange Johnson, and Micah Smith discuss how God can use us to impact others and how we can cling to hope even in the midst of things falling apart. They lean into lament and remind us that hope is not wishful thinking or optimism...
A New Years Greeting from Latasha
January 09, 2024 08:00 - 3 minutes - 3.14 MBHappy New Year Be the Bridge community! We hope you are having a joyous start to 2024! The Be the Bridge Podcast is on a break this week, so we encourage you to take this opportunity to catch up on a few episodes and share some of your favorite conversations with us on social media! We will be back on the 23rd with a conversation centered around hope. Until then, stay grounded in truth.
Special New Years Greeting from Latasha
January 09, 2024 06:10 - 3 minutes - 3.14 MBSpecial New Years Greeting from Latasha
283 - The Generational Impact of Systemic Racism and the Glorious Hope of Advent with Author, Professor, and Public Theologian Dr. Esau McCaulley
December 19, 2023 20:28 - 1 hour - 64.9 MBAuthor, Professor, and Public Theologian, Dr. Esau McCaulley helps the Be the Bridge community make sense of God in the context of a racialized society in this podcast episode. He shares part of his own family’s story and lived experience of systemic injustice. And he talks about how the church in America hasn’t reckoned with its sin. Latasha and Esau laugh together and share words of hope as they talk about the hope of Advent and work of God. Join in the conversation on our social media pa...
282 - Chasing Fun, Honoring Grief, and Reading through the Gospels with Author, Speaker, and Podcaster Annie F. Downs
December 13, 2023 17:59 - 1 hour - 63 MBNew York Times Best Selling Author Annie F. Downs joins Latasha Morrison on the Be the Bridge Podcast to talk through deep laments and fun hopes. Annie shares the beautiful story of her ordination and her journey to getting there. They talk about the difference of perspectives between predominantly white churches and Black churches when it comes to women as pastors. Annie allows the Be the Bridge community to hear some of the tragedy and trauma that happened in her community with the Covena...
281 - Ensuring No One Goes Unseen and Making Hope and Help Accessible to All with Hope Booth Visionary Gloria Umanah
November 28, 2023 06:01 - 1 hour - 64.8 MBGloria Umanah, the visionary behind Hope Booth, uses her own lived experiences to passionately fight for those who feel invisible. In this episode, Gloria generously shares her story with the Be the Bridge community and the story behind Hope Booth. She and Latasha connect over their Yoruba names and over being Black women who lead non profits. They discuss mental health, the power of making someone feel seen and that they belong, and making hope and help accessible to all. Gloria's story, wo...
280 - Shifting the Narrative Around Adoption and Centering Adoptees Voices with Counselor Cam Lee Small
November 14, 2023 15:03 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBCounselor, Author, and Speaker Cam Lee Small joins Latasha Morrison on the Be the Bridge Podcast during National Adoption Month to help shift the culture and church’s narrative surrounding adoption. As a transracial adoptee himself, Cam brings his lived experience and his professional work to this conversation. They discuss the tension of being connected to two places, the necessity of centering adoptees’ voices and stories, and ways to honor heritages and birth families. They also dive int...
279 - Holding the Tension of Hope and Lament through Liturgies with Author and Podcaster Kayla Craig
October 31, 2023 14:19 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MBKayla Craig is a former journalist who brings deep curiosity and a prophetic voice to her writing in her books Every Season Sacred and To Light Their Way and on her popular Instagram account, Liturgies for Parents. In this episode, Latasha and Kayla share hope and lament. They talk about the beauty and accessibility of liturgies in our faith journeys and the need to engage curiosity in our relationship with God and others. They discuss the importance of being honest about our history and be...
278 - First Nations Version with Terry Wildman
October 17, 2023 07:06 - 1 hour - 75.5 MBJoin in the conversation on our social media pages on Facebook and Instagram and LinkedIn to let us know your thoughts on this episode! Host & Executive Producer - Latasha Morrison Senior Producer - Lauren C. Brown Producer, Editor, & Music - Travon Potts with Integrated Entertainment Studios Assistant Producer & Transcriber - Sarah Connatser
278 - Sharing Creator’s Good Story and Honoring Indigenous Peoples through the First Nations Version with Terry Wildman and featuring Mariah Humphries
October 17, 2023 07:06 - 1 hour - 75.2 MBTerry Wildman, whose ancestry includes Ojibwe from Ontario, Canada and Yaqui from Sonora, Mexico, is the lead translator, general editor, and project manager of the First Nations Version. He serves as the director of spiritual growth and leadership development for Native InterVarsity. And in this episode, he shares the story behind how this beautiful translation came to be. Mariah Humphries, a citizen of Mvskoke Nation and on the team of Be the Bridge as the Director of Marketing and Innov...
277 - Creating Sustainable Change through Decolonized Restorative-Transformative Justice Work with Life Coach and Human Rights Advocate Dr. Eloise Sepeda
October 03, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 81.7 MBJoin in the conversation on our social media pages on Facebook and Instagram and LinkedIn to let us know your thoughts on this episode! Host & Executive Producer - Latasha Morrison Senior Producer - Lauren C. Brown Producer, Editor, & Music - Travon Potts with Integrated Entertainment Studios Assistant Producer & Transcriber - Sarah Connatser Quotes: "Peacemaking involves disruption.” -Eloise Sepeda "We are a collective, we're connected to each other, what is impacting you is impacti...
277 - Creating Sustainable Change through Decolonized Restorative Justice & Transformative Justice Work with Life Coach and Human Rights Advocate Dr. Eloise Sepeda
October 03, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 81.7 MBPublic Speaker, Life Coach, and Human Rights Advocate, Dr. Eloise Sepeda joins Latasha Morrison to talk about how we can prevent cycles of oppression and marginalization. Her lived experience and research informs her work in Restorative-Transformative Justice. Dr. Eloise and Latasha talk about discipline in schools, developing empathy, and appreciating different perspectives. Dr. Eloise was one of the members of Latasha’s first Be the Bridge group in Austin! You'll hear the years of friends...
Special Announcement - The Be the Bridge Academy!
October 02, 2023 07:37 - 1 minute - 1.67 MBThe Be the Bridge Academy is the online learning platform that inspires, equips, and partners with people and organizations through training, programs, webinars, and courses using Be the Bridge content and resources from reputable thought leaders and institutions. There will be some free resources available in the BTB Academy as well as paid resources, with new racial literacy material added quarterly! It will include courses on: history the Bible and diversity culture (both white and BIP...
276 - Leading a Be the Bridge Group, a Non-Profit, and a Mental Wellness Movement as a Latina Woman with TBRI Practitioner Angela Gonzalez
September 19, 2023 07:00 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBSocial Impact Leader, TBRI Practitioner, and Executive Director of The Nurture Place, Angela Gonzalez shares her story of being part of a local Be the Bridge group on this episode of the Be the Bridge Podcast with Latasha Morrison during National Hispanic + Latine Heritage Month. They discuss how creating brave spaces allows people to share, learn, grow, and lament together. And Angela opens up about her personal shift of trying to be accepted in predominantly white institutions to accepting...
276 - Leading a Be the Bridge Group, a Non-Profit, and the Mental Wellness Conversation as a Latina Woman with TBRI Practitioner Angela Gonzalez
September 19, 2023 07:00 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MBSocial Impact Leader and Non-Profit Executive Director Angela Gonzalez shares her story of being part of a local Be the Bridge group on this episode of the Be the Bridge Podcast with Latasha Morrison during National Hispanic + Latine Heritage Month. They discuss how creating brave spaces allows people to share, learn, grow, and lament together. And Angela opens up about her personal shift of trying to be accepted in predominantly white institutions to accepting herself and her heritage. Ang...
275 - Proclaiming Black Dignity and Fighting Revisionist History with Historian, Author, and Educator Jasmine Holmes
September 05, 2023 07:00 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBHistorian, Author, and Educator Jasmine Holmes joins Latasha Morrison on this episode of the Be the Bridge Podcast to talk about her books, her Instagram classroom, and her own educational journey. They both share the crucial moments in their journeys of this work and how pivotal having a community of Black women has been to them. Latasha touches on the trauma that comes from BIPOC not having pain recognized in church and not being seen or heard in predominantly white faith spaces. And toge...
274 - Committing to Democracy, Historical Truth-Telling, and Hope with America’s Government Teacher Sharon McMahon
August 22, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBAs students and teachers go back to school, we are also going back to school on the Be the Bridge Podcast with America’s Government Teacher Sharon McMahon! You might know Sharon from her Instagram account, SharonSaysSo, or from her Podcast, Here’s Where It Gets Interesting. Sharon’s mission of curating facts, fun, and inspiration by educating Americans on democracy, politics, and history was the perfect pairing with the podcast because we value truth-telling and we believe that understanding...
273 - Confronting Buried History and Living as All God’s Children with Storyteller and Public Scholar Dr. Terence Lester
August 08, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 75.3 MBStoryteller and public scholar, community activist and author Dr. Terence Lester invests his wealth of wisdom and stories from his own experience into the Be the Bridge community in this conversation with Latasha Morrison. Dr. Lester shares about his restorative work with Love Beyond Walls, a non-profit which is bringing true social change serving people who are experiencing homelessness in Atlanta and beyond. They talk about the disconnect the church in America has with seeing people on mis...
272 - BIPOC Mental Health Month: Addressing Mental Health, Racial Trauma, and the Road to Healing with Licensed Professional Counselor Dr. Chinwé Williams
July 25, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 64.7 MBIn this episode of the Be the Bridge Podcast, host Latasha Morrison engages in a powerful discussion with Licensed Professional Counselor Dr. Chinwé Williams surrounding mental health. They talk through the collective trauma the world has endured and the racial trauma the BIPOC community endures. Dr. Chinwé shares about the benefits of somatic therapy, the need to foster emotional resilience in kids, and helpful tips for talkings with kids and teens about racism. Dr. Chinwé concludes the con...
271 - Cultural Views: A Conversation on Book Bans with Be the Bridge Team Members Jefferson and Elizabeth
July 11, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 72.2 MBThis episode of the Be the Bridge Podcast is part of our Cultural Views conversations where we do a deeper dive into societal and cultural issues with the intent of exposing our listeners to opportunities for the reassessment of their own values and perspectives. Other episodes of our Cultural Views conversations include gun violence on episode 250 and white Christian nationalism in a two part episode on episode 268. Be the Bridge team members Jefferson Jones and Elizabeth Behrens join Lata...
270 - The Journey of Finding Who You Are, Embracing Healing and Wholeness, and Celebrating the Sisterhood of Black Women with Author and Activist Faitth Brooks
June 27, 2023 07:08 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBAuthor, Speaker, Activist, Co-Host of the Melanated Faith Podcast and long time friend of Be the Bridge, Faitth Brooks spoke with Be the Bridge Podcast host Latasha Morrison about her recently released book Remember Me Now: A Journey Back to Myself and a Love Letter to Black Women. They discussed the trope of the strong Black woman, the toll it takes being the only Black woman in predominately white spaces, and overcoming purity culture. They reminisce about the first time they connected an...
Bonus - Surprise Happy Birthday to Latasha Morrison!
June 23, 2023 07:00 - 9 minutes - 8.39 MBOur beloved Podcast host, and the Founder and CEO of Be the Bridge, turns 50 today! So we are taking a moment to celebrate the one and only Latasha Morrison! We've gathered some messages from guests you have heard on the show and guests you will hear soon. We hope you enjoy hearing Latasha honored by the words of Marcie Alvis Walker, Cam Lee Small, Angela Gonzalez, Dr. Claudia May, Raymond Chang, Michelle Ferrigno Warren, Faitth Brooks, Terry Wildman, Annie F. Downs, Dr. Terence Lester, and ...
Bonus - Juneteenth 2023 with Filmmaker and Creator Garrison Hayes
June 19, 2023 06:46 - 1 hour - 66.8 MBOn Juneteenth, we hold both celebration and solidarity for what the day means. And each year the Be the Bridge Podcast takes time to honor the history and present our community with an opportunity to learn. Filmmaker, creator, and business owner Garrison Hayes joined Latasha Morrison to discuss the historical context of Juneteenth and how to not water down this holiday but truly center Black joy and Black resilience. They also talk about Reconstruction, urban renewal, and even pickleball. Th...
269 - Creating the Life You Want by Unlocking Greater Holistic Health with Life Coach, Speaker, and Author BJ Thompson
June 13, 2023 13:49 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBHave you ever wondered why it is so hard to make a lasting change in your life? In this episode of the Be the Bridge Podcast, host Latasha Morrison is joined by life coach BJ Thompson for a dynamic conversation about how change starts in our mindsets. BJ opens up about some of his personal journey. And then they discuss the importance of taking care of yourself in a meaningful way and being part of work that is purposeful. BJ also shares about his book, Awaken a Better You: 4 Simple Steps to...
Bonus - The Tennessee Three with America's Government Teacher, Sharon McMahon
June 08, 2023 15:42 - 15 minutes - 14 MBRecently, Be the Bridge Podcast host Latasha Morrison sat down with Sharon McMahon, known from her popular Instagram account @SharonSaysSo, to discuss a wide range of topics around democracy and the government institutions in the United States, being engaged in politics and having hope in the midst of it all. They talked about the recent events in the Tennessee state legislature, and we couldn't wait to share it with you! While you await the full episode, listen in as Sharon shares the histo...
268 (Part 2) - Cultural Views: A Conversation on White Christian Nationalism with Be the Bridge Team Members Sean, Elizabeth, and Micah
June 06, 2023 07:00 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBThis episode is the second part of our Cultural Views conversation on white Christian nationalism. (Listen to part one released on 5/30 to get the full discussion!) Podcast host Latasha Morrison and Be the Bridge leaders Sean Watkins, Elizabeth Behrens, and Micah Smith continue to share why this conversation is needed, the importance of digging into the origins story of the US and our churches, and the difference between patriotism and nationalism. There are resources and practical steps giv...
268 (Part 1) - Cultural Views: A Conversation on White Christian Nationalism with Be the Bridge Team Members Sean, Elizabeth, and Micah
May 30, 2023 07:00 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MBThis episode of the Be the Bridge Podcast is part of our Cultural Views series where we do a deeper dive into societal and cultural issues with the intent of exposing our listeners to opportunities for the reassessment of their own values and perspectives. We have previously talked about gun violence on episode 250 and now we are diving into white Christian nationalism. Podcast host, Latasha Morrison, is joined by Be the Bridge team members Sean Watkins, Elizabeth Behrens, and Micah Smith to...
267 - AANHPI Heritage Month: Being Specific about our Stories and Giving Space for Honest Feelings with Korean American Storyteller Tasha Jun
May 16, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBIn a gentle and heartfelt conversation, Korean American Storyteller Tasha Jun discusses her new book, Tell Me the Dream Again, with Latasha Morrison on the Be the Bridge Podcast. You’ll hear Tasha vulnerably share about her journey of embracing the whole story of being biracial. They discuss the importance of being specific about our stories, of honesty and community, and of representation. Tasha and Tasha give listeners encouragement on how to persevere through injustice and also how to sit...
Welcome to the Be the Bridge Podcast!
May 04, 2023 07:00 - 1 minute - 1.48 MBThank you for stopping by the Be the Bridge Podcast! This podcast is a resource from the non-profit organization Be the Bridge and is hosted by Latasha Morrison, the Founder and CEO of Be the Bridge and the author of the book Be the Bridge. Be the Bridge responds to racial brokenness and systemic injustice in our world and believes understanding can move us toward racial healing, racial equity, and racial unity. This podcast is an extension of our vision to make sure people are no longer co...
266 - AANHPI Heritage Month: Addressing Mental Health in Asian American and Christian Communities and Understanding One Another’s Stories with Pastor Raymond Chang
May 02, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 70.5 MBAt Be the Bridge Podcast, we intentionally interview bridge builders doing incredible work all year long. And it just so happens that we are highlighting an interview Be the Bridge founder and our host, Latasha Morrison, had with Pastor Raymond Chang as we welcome in Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Heritage Month. They have an important conversation surrounding breaking the stigmas of mental health, discipling students, and acknowledging history. Latasha and Raymond talk a...
265 - The Beauty and Brutality of a Knotted-Up Life with Author and Bible Teacher Beth Moore
April 18, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 73.2 MBBeloved Bible teacher and best selling author, Beth Moore, joins Be the Bridge founder and podcast host, Latasha Morrison, once again on the podcast. They discuss her new memoir: All My Knotted Up Life and some of the stories she shares in it of growing up in racialized settings in Arkansas and Texas. They lament how we find ourselves in a time of being unable to reason together and of people looking away from injustice. Latasha and Beth agree on the need to know definitions in the language ...
265 - Beth Moore
April 18, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 73.2 MBHost & Executive Producer - Latasha Morrison Senior Producer - Lauren C. Brown Producer, Editor, & Music - Travon Potts Transcriber - Sarah Connatser
264 - Knowing Our Assignment as Agents of Peace and Repairers of the Breach with Author and Activist Michelle Ferrigno Warren
April 04, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 71.1 MBAs a faith leader and activist, Michelle Ferrigno Warren understands the power of proximity and of holding stories with honor and dignity. In this powerful episode of the Be the Bridge Podcast with founder and host Latasha Morrison, she and Latasha talk about God’s heart for justice, the lack of mercy immigrants are met with crossing the border, and the bad shape of the witness of the American Church.Michelle shares about her personal journey in Italy of seeing the empire on display at the C...
263 - Women’s History Month: Guarding Your Joy and Working Toward Healing with Author and Thought Leader Tracey Michae’l Lewis-Giggetts
March 21, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 66.7 MBThe NAACP Image Award-winning author, Tracey Michae’l Lewis-Giggetts joins Be the Bridge founder and podcast host, Latasha Morrison, for a profound conversation this Women’s History Month. Listeners get the honor of hearing Tracey talk about the sacred relationship of Black women and the women who have personally impacted her. There is beauty and depth, wisdom and vulnerability in Tracey’s story and words. Latasha and Tracey discuss what it looks like to work faithfully without recognition ...
262 - Women’s History Month: A Sacred Journey from the Sunken Place to a Treasured Neighborhood with Marcie Alvis Walker of Black Coffee with White Friends
March 07, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 84.9 MBFor Women’s History Month, we present a conversation full of the hurts and joys, laments and hopes of a sacred Black story. Marcie Alvis Walker, the woman behind the popular Instagram account Black Coffee with White Friends, joins Be the Bridge founder and podcast host, Latasha Morrison, for a dynamic conversation. They discuss being Black in predominantly white settings, the white backlash that comes after Black gain, and the effects of generational trauma. They dive into the beauty of merc...
Be The Bridge - Special Message - The BTB Academy!
February 21, 2023 16:17 - 1 minute - 1.39 MBHello Be the Bridge listeners! My name is Lauren C. Brown. I am the Senior Producer of this amazing podcast. Today I get a chance to come from behind the scenes to share with you some pretty exciting news. But before I do that, I would like to first say thank you for subscribing and downloading this wonderful resource. We appreciate you so very much! So now fasten your seat belts. Are you ready? I'm pretty excited. Coming in March, we would like to announce the BTB Academy! A new way to acce...
BTB Special Announcement - The Be the Bridge Academy!
February 21, 2023 16:17 - 1 minute - 1.39 MBHello Be the Bridge listeners! My name is Lauren C. Brown. I am the Senior Producer of this amazing podcast. Today I get a chance to come from behind the scenes to share with you some pretty exciting news. But before I do that, I would like to first say thank you for subscribing and downloading this wonderful resource. We appreciate you so very much! So now fasten your seat belts. Are you ready? I'm pretty excited. Coming in March, we would like to announce the BTB Academy! A new way to acce...
261 - Black History Month: A Holistic and Historical Look into Community Building, Church Planting, and Coffee with Author and Entrepreneur John Onwuchekwa
February 21, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 64.5 MBAs one of the founding pastors of Cornerstone Church in Atlanta and a co-founder of Portrait Coffee, John Onwuchekwa knows how to humbly lead and how to nurture a holistic vision of community. In this episode, John and host Latasha Morrison discuss the history of the West End of Atlanta and the example of redlining as systemic racism. They talk about the importance of creating new narratives through opportunities and perspectives. They both share stories of personal grief and how that impact...