Be the Bridge Podcast with Latasha Morrison
295 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days 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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Be The Bridge 210 - Christians and The Third Space: Voting, Justice, and Righteousness with Kathryn Freeman, Jenny Yang, and Michael Wear
October 13, 2020 07:00 - 59 minutes - 55 MBDescription: This episode brings together faith leaders Kathryn Freeman, Jenny Yang, and Michael Wear to discuss a hot button issue-civic engagement for American Christians. We'll hear from each of them about what it means for followers of Christ to love their neighbors through politics, voting, and the "third space." How do we move from awareness to action, and action to advocacy? Our amazing guests help us understand the challenges and rewards of participation in the political sphere as...
210 - Christians and the Third Space: Voting, Justice, and Righteousness with Kathryn Freeman, Jenny Yang, and Michael Wear
October 13, 2020 07:00 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBThis episode brings together faith leaders Kathryn Freeman, Jenny Yang, and Michael Wear to discuss a hot button issue-civic engagement for American Christians. We'll hear from each of them about what it means for followers of Christ to love their neighbors through politics, voting, and the "third space." How do we move from awareness to action, and action to advocacy? Our amazing guests help us understand the challenges and rewards of participation in the political sphere as people of fa...
Be The Bridge 209 - CRT (Critical Race Theory) Why is this a repeat of history? with Dr. Christina Edmondson & Jemar Tisby
September 29, 2020 07:00 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MBDescription: This episode brings together Be the Bridge founder Latasha Morrison with two scholars, Dr. Christina Edmondson Ph.D., and Doctoral candidate Jemar Tisby. Both are thought leaders in the push for racial equity in ecclesiastical spaces. In this episode, the conversations will center around the topic of CRT which is short for Critical Race Theory. We strive, as a podcast, to give you, our listeners and supporters, foundational tools to help you develop a clear historical and biblic...
209 - A Biblical and Historical Perspective on CRT (Critical Race Theory) with Dr. Christina Edmondson & Jemar Tisby
September 29, 2020 07:00 - 58 minutes - 53.4 MBThis episode brings together Be the Bridge founder Latasha Morrison with two scholars, Dr. Christina Edmondson Ph.D., and Doctoral candidate Jemar Tisby. Both are thought leaders in the push for racial equity in ecclesiastical spaces. In this episode, the conversations will center around the topic of CRT which is short for Critical Race Theory. We strive, as a podcast, to give you, our listeners and supporters, foundational tools to help you develop a clear historical and biblical perspectiv...
Be the Bridge 209 - A Biblical and Historical Perspective on CRT (Critical Race Theory) with Dr. Christina Edmondson & Jemar Tisby
September 29, 2020 07:00 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MBThis episode brings together Be the Bridge founder Latasha Morrison with two scholars, Dr. Christina Edmondson Ph.D., and Doctoral candidate Jemar Tisby. Both are thought leaders in the push for racial equity in ecclesiastical spaces. In this episode, the conversations will center around the topic of CRT which is short for Critical Race Theory. We strive, as a podcast, to give you, our listeners and supporters, foundational tools to help you develop a clear historical and biblical perspectiv...
208 - The Responsibility of Faith Leaders to Raise their Voice and Move into Action with Beth Moore
September 15, 2020 07:00 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MBThis episode brings together Be the Bridge founder Latasha Morrison and bestselling author, evangelist, and Bible teacher Beth Moore as they talk about racial reconciliation in the Christian faith. Beth details her own experiences speaking against injustice, dealing with the backlash, and waking up to her responsibilities as a faith leader. She also gives some insight into how Christians can become bold reconcilers who move beyond a head knowledge of Christ into heart knowledge and action. ...
Be The Bridge 208 - Faith Leaders Raising their Voice with Beth Moore
September 15, 2020 07:00 - 31 minutes - 29.5 MBDescription: This episode brings together Be the Bridge founder Latasha Morrison and bestselling author, evangelist, and Bible teacher Beth Moore as they talk about racial reconciliation in the Christian faith. Beth details her own experiences speaking against injustice, dealing with the backlash, and waking up to her responsibilities as a faith leader. She also gives some insight into how Christians can become bold reconcilers who move beyond a head knowledge of Christ into heart knowledge ...
Be the Bridge 208 - The Responsibility of Faith Leaders to Raise their Voice and Move into Action with Beth Moore
September 15, 2020 07:00 - 31 minutes - 29.5 MBThis episode brings together Be the Bridge founder Latasha Morrison and bestselling author, evangelist, and Bible teacher Beth Moore as they talk about racial reconciliation in the Christian faith. Beth details her own experiences speaking against injustice, dealing with the backlash, and waking up to her responsibilities as a faith leader. She also gives some insight into how Christians can become bold reconcilers who move beyond a head knowledge of Christ into heart knowledge and action. ...
207 - Experiencing Life as Biracial Women with Shannon Doyle Bell and LeTesha Wheeler
September 01, 2020 07:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBIn this episode of the Be the Bridge podcast, founder Latasha Morrison speaks with TV Producer and “Mixed Life ATL” podcast host Shannon Doyle Bell, as well as author LeTesha Wheeler, about their experiences as biracial women in America—exploring their personal histories and upbringings, the process of embracing cultural differences in their own families, and what it’s like raising biracial children in a label-driven world. About Shannon Doyle Bell Shannon is a creative producer of story-t...
Be The Bridge 207 - Biracial with Shannon Doyle Bell & LeTesha Wheeler
September 01, 2020 07:00 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBIn this episode of the Be the Bridge podcast, founder Latasha Morrison speaks with TV Producer and “Mixed Life ATL” podcast host Shannon Doyle Bell, as well as author LeTesha Wheeler, about their experiences as biracial women in America—exploring their personal histories and upbringings, the process of embracing cultural differences in their own families, and what it’s like raising biracial children in a label-driven world. About Shannon Doyle Bell Shannon is a creative producer of story-t...
Be the Bridge 207 - Experiencing Life as Biracial Women with Shannon Doyle Bell and LeTesha Wheeler
September 01, 2020 07:00 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBIn this episode of the Be the Bridge podcast, founder Latasha Morrison speaks with TV Producer and “Mixed Life ATL” podcast host Shannon Doyle Bell, as well as author LeTesha Wheeler, about their experiences as biracial women in America—exploring their personal histories and upbringings, the process of embracing cultural differences in their own families, and what it’s like raising biracial children in a label-driven world. About Shannon Doyle Bell Shannon is a creative producer of story-t...
Be the Bridge 206 - Leadership as a Latina Woman and Racial Solidarity within Church Planting with Dr. Elisabeth Rios
August 18, 2020 07:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBIn this episode of the Be the Bridge podcast, founder Latasha Morrison talks with minister, writer, speaker, and consultant Dr. Elizabeth Rios. They share an open, honest conversation about racial solidarity within church planting, leadership as a Latina woman, centering marginalized voices in a world of colorism, and envisioning a future where justice is built into churches’ DNA. “Justice is a God idea. It’s not a liberal idea, it’s not a political idea, it’s a God idea.” –Dr. Rios “A lot...
206 - Leadership as a Latina Woman and Racial Solidarity within Church Planting with Dr. Elisabeth Rios
August 18, 2020 07:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBIn this episode of the Be the Bridge podcast, founder Latasha Morrison talks with minister, writer, speaker, and consultant Dr. Elizabeth Rios. They share an open, honest conversation about racial solidarity within church planting, leadership as a Latina woman, centering marginalized voices in a world of colorism, and envisioning a future where justice is built into churches’ DNA. “Justice is a God idea. It’s not a liberal idea, it’s not a political idea, it’s a God idea.” –Dr. Rios “A lot...
206 - Leadership as a Latina Woman and Racial Solidarity within Church Planting with Dr. Elizabeth Rios
August 18, 2020 07:00 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBIn this episode of the Be the Bridge podcast, founder Latasha Morrison talks with minister, writer, speaker, and consultant Dr. Elizabeth Rios. They share an open, honest conversation about racial solidarity within church planting, leadership as a Latina woman, centering marginalized voices in a world of colorism, and envisioning a future where justice is built into churches’ DNA. “Justice is a God idea. It’s not a liberal idea, it’s not a political idea, it’s a God idea.” –Dr. Rios “A lot...
Be The Bridge 206 - Leaders of Color – Latinx with Dr. Elizabeth Rios
August 18, 2020 07:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBIn this episode of the Be the Bridge podcast, founder Latasha Morrison talks with minister, writer, speaker, and consultant Dr. Elizabeth Rios. They share an open, honest conversation about racial solidarity within church planting, leadership as a Latina woman, centering marginalized voices in a world of colorism, and envisioning a future where justice is built into churches’ DNA. “Justice is a God idea. It’s not a liberal idea, it’s not a political idea, it’s a God idea.” –Dr. Rios “A lot...
205 - Barriers to Leadership for Women of Color and the Power of Representation and Self-Care with Jo Saxton
August 04, 2020 07:00 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBIn this episode, Latasha and Jo Saxton talk about barriers to leadership for women of color, the importance of leveraging opportunities for the sake of others, the power of representation, and the restorative benefits of intentional self-care. A Londoner born to Nigerian immigrants, now living in Minnesota, Jo Saxton is an author, speaker, podcast host, and a leadership coach helping women grow in leadership. She has written books on leadership, identity, and legacy, the newest of which is c...
Be The Bridge 205 - Leaders of Color with Jo Saxton
August 04, 2020 07:00 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBIn this episode, Latasha and Jo Saxton talk about barriers to leadership for women of color, the importance of leveraging opportunities for the sake of others, the power of representation, and the restorative benefits of intentional self-care. A Londoner born to Nigerian immigrants, now living in Minnesota, Jo Saxton is an author, speaker, podcast host, and a leadership coach helping women grow in leadership. She has written books on leadership, identity, and legacy, the newest of which is c...
Be the Bridge 205 - Barriers to Leadership for Women of Color and the Power of Representation and Self-Care with Jo Saxton
August 04, 2020 07:00 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBIn this episode, Latasha and Jo Saxton talk about barriers to leadership for women of color, the importance of leveraging opportunities for the sake of others, the power of representation, and the restorative benefits of intentional self-care. A Londoner born to Nigerian immigrants, now living in Minnesota, Jo Saxton is an author, speaker, podcast host, and a leadership coach helping women grow in leadership. She has written books on leadership, identity, and legacy, the newest of which is c...
Be The Bridge 204 - What Can Solidarity Look Like Among People of Color? (Part 2) with Andrea Smith
July 21, 2020 07:00 - 49 minutes - 45.9 MBIn this episode of the Be the Bridge podcast, Latasha speaks with Andrea Smith, author and co-founder of INCITE! about solidarity among people of color, the consequences of colonialism in limiting our connectedness, the intersections of violence in gender and race, and what it might look like to reimagine a world where all people groups can thrive. “People of color are not a monolithic group. We are very different with different cultural expressions and different lived experiences.” –Latash...
204 - What Can Solidarity Look Like Among People of Color? (Part 2) with Andrea Smith
July 21, 2020 07:00 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBIn this episode of the Be the Bridge podcast, Latasha speaks with Andrea Smith, author and co-founder of INCITE! about solidarity among people of color, the consequences of colonialism in limiting our connectedness, the intersections of violence in gender and race, and what it might look like to reimagine a world where all people groups can thrive. “People of color are not a monolithic group. We are very different with different cultural expressions and different lived experiences.” –Latash...
Be the Bridge 204 - What Can Solidarity Look Like Among People of Color? (Part 2) with Andrea Smith
July 21, 2020 07:00 - 49 minutes - 45.9 MBIn this episode of the Be the Bridge podcast, Latasha speaks with Andrea Smith, author and co-founder of INCITE! about solidarity among people of color, the consequences of colonialism in limiting our connectedness, the intersections of violence in gender and race, and what it might look like to reimagine a world where all people groups can thrive. “People of color are not a monolithic group. We are very different with different cultural expressions and different lived experiences.” –Latash...
Be the Bridge 203 - What Can Solidarity Look Like Among People of Color? (Part 1) with Lisa Sharon Harper
July 07, 2020 08:00 - 54 minutes - 50.4 MBIn this episode of the Be the Bridge podcast, founder Latasha Morrison and public theologian Lisa Sharon Harper discuss the implications of America’s historical narrative gap, Lisa’s journey to discover the stories of her ancestors, and how we can build bridges from our nation’s past to become more present. “Scripture itself, particularly the biblical concept of shalom, is not about domination but rather about servanthood of the other—service, protection, and cultivation of all.” –Lisa Shar...
Be The Bridge 203 - What Can Solidarity Look Like Among People of Color? (Part 1) with Lisa Sharon Harper
July 07, 2020 08:00 - 54 minutes - 50.4 MBIn this episode of the Be the Bridge podcast, founder Latasha Morrison and public theologian Lisa Sharon Harper discuss the implications of America’s historical narrative gap, Lisa’s journey to discover the stories of her ancestors, and how we can build bridges from our nation’s past to become more present. “Scripture itself, particularly the biblical concept of shalom, is not about domination but rather about servanthood of the other—service, protection, and cultivation of all.” –Lisa Shar...
203 - What Can Solidarity Look Like Among People of Color? (Part 1) with Lisa Sharon Harper
July 07, 2020 08:00 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBIn this episode of the Be the Bridge podcast, founder Latasha Morrison and public theologian Lisa Sharon Harper discuss the implications of America’s historical narrative gap, Lisa’s journey to discover the stories of her ancestors, and how we can build bridges from our nation’s past to become more present. “Scripture itself, particularly the biblical concept of shalom, is not about domination but rather about servanthood of the other—service, protection, and cultivation of all.” –Lisa Shar...
Be the Bridge 202 - How It All Began! (Part 2)
June 23, 2020 10:00 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBIn Part 2 of "How It All Began!", Latasha Morrison and Susan Seay talk about the beginning of their BTB and how Susan played a part in its formation. To learn more about how the bridge started, purchase the Be the Bridge Book. Be the Bridge Book You can find a full transcript of this episode on our website: Be The Bridge Blog --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
202 - How it All Began with Be the Bridge (Part 2) with Susan Seay
June 23, 2020 10:00 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MBIn Part 2 of "How It All Began!", Latasha Morrison and Susan Seay talk about the beginning of their BTB and how Susan played a part in its formation. To learn more about how the bridge started, purchase the Be the Bridge Book. Be the Bridge Book You can find a full transcript of this episode on our website: Be The Bridge Blog
Be the Bridge 202 - How it All Began (Part 2) with Susan Seay
June 23, 2020 10:00 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBIn Part 2 of "How It All Began!", Latasha Morrison and Susan Seay talk about the beginning of their BTB and how Susan played a part in its formation. To learn more about how the bridge started, purchase the Be the Bridge Book. Be the Bridge Book You can find a full transcript of this episode on our website: Be The Bridge Blog --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Be the Bridge 201 - How it All Began (Part 1) with Jennie Allen
June 09, 2020 14:58 - 39 minutes - 37 MBLatasha Morrison and Jennie Allen talk about the beginning of their friendship journey. To learn more about how the bridge started, purchase the Be the Bridge Book. Be the Bridge Book You can find a full transcript of this episode on our website: Be The Bridge Blog --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Be the Bridge 201 - How It All Began! (Part 1)
June 09, 2020 14:58 - 39 minutes - 37 MBLatasha Morrison and Jennie Allen talk about the beginning of their friendship journey. To learn more about how the bridge started, purchase the Be the Bridge Book. Be the Bridge Book You can find a full transcript of this episode on our website: Be The Bridge Blog --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
201 - How it All Began with Be the Bridge (Part 1) with Jennie Allen
June 09, 2020 14:58 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBLatasha Morrison and Jennie Allen talk about the beginning of their friendship journey. To learn more about how the bridge started, purchase the Be the Bridge Book. Be the Bridge Book You can find a full transcript of this episode on our website: Be The Bridge Blog
105 - Love First: Ending Hate Before it's Too Late with Don and Susan McLaughlin
May 26, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 62 MBInterview with Don and Susan McLaughlin, and Stephen Maxwell, on Don's book "Love First: Ending Hate before It's Too Late" and how they implement BTB groups at their church. This was a recorded interview from 2018.
Be the Bridge 105 - Love First: Ending Hate Before it's Too Late with Don and Susan McLaughlin
May 26, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBInterview with Don and Susan McLaughlin, and Stephen Maxwell, on Don's book "Love First: Ending Hate before It's Too Late" and how they implement BTB groups at their church. This was a recorded interview from 2018. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Interview with Don and Susan McLaughlin
May 26, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBInterview with Don and Susan McLaughlin, and Stephen Maxwell, on Don's book "Love First: Ending Hate before It's Too Late" and how they implement BTB groups at their church. This was a recorded interview from 2018. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
104 - The Black and the Blue: A Cop Reveals the Crimes, Racism, and Injustice within America's Law Enforcement with Matthew Horace
May 12, 2020 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBInterview with Matthew Horace, author of "The Black and The Blue: A Cop Reveals the Crimes, Racism, and Injustice in America's Law Enforcement". This was a recorded interview from 2019.
Interview with Matthew Horace
May 12, 2020 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBInterview with Matthew Horace, author of "The Black and The Blue: A Cop Reveals the Crimes, Racism, and Injustice in America's Law Enforcement". This was a recorded interview from 2019. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Be the Bridge 104 - The Black and the Blue: A Cop Reveals the Crimes, Racism, and Injustice within America's Law Enforcement with Matthew Horace
May 12, 2020 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBInterview with Matthew Horace, author of "The Black and The Blue: A Cop Reveals the Crimes, Racism, and Injustice in America's Law Enforcement". This was a recorded interview from 2019. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
103 - White Awake: An Honest Look at What it Means to be White with Daniel Hill
April 28, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBIn this episode, Latasha Morrison speaks with pastor and author Daniel Hill about his abrupt awakening to whiteness at the age of 24 and the implications of being a white man in America. Latasha and Daniel explore the journey expressed through his book White Awake: An Honest Look at What it Means to be White, which walks readers through seven stages of cultural awakening.
Awakening to Whiteness
April 28, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBIn this episode, Latasha Morrison speaks with pastor and author Daniel Hill about his abrupt awakening to whiteness at the age of 24 and the implications of being a white man in America. Latasha and Daniel explore the journey expressed through his book White Awake: An honest look at what it means to be white, which walks readers through seven stages of cultural awakening. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Be the Bridge 103 - White Awake: An Honest Look at What it Means to be White with Daniel Hill
April 28, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBIn this episode, Latasha Morrison speaks with pastor and author Daniel Hill about his abrupt awakening to whiteness at the age of 24 and the implications of being a white man in America. Latasha and Daniel explore the journey expressed through his book White Awake: An Honest Look at What it Means to be White, which walks readers through seven stages of cultural awakening. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Raising Your Voice with Kathy Khang
April 14, 2020 10:00 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MBLatasha Morrison, founder of Be the Bridge, interviews activist and author Kathy Khang about practical ways to raise your voice in real life, the difference between disruption and discernment, and troublemaking for the sake of the Gospel. Kathy also explores making authentic justice-minded friends in white evangelical spaces and especially the intersection of race and gender within a ministry vocation. First published on Facebook Live - August 14, 2018 Resources mentioned: BOOK: Kathy Kha...
Be the Bridge 102 - Raise Your Voice: Why We Stay Silent and How to Speak Up with Kathy Khang
April 14, 2020 10:00 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MBLatasha Morrison, founder of Be the Bridge, interviews activist and author Kathy Khang about practical ways to raise your voice in real life, the difference between disruption and discernment, and troublemaking for the sake of the Gospel. Kathy also explores making authentic justice-minded friends in white evangelical spaces and especially the intersection of race and gender within a ministry vocation. First published on Facebook Live - August 14, 2018 Resources mentioned: BOOK: Kathy Kha...
102 - Raise Your Voice: Why We Stay Silent and How to Speak Up with Kathy Khang
April 14, 2020 10:00 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBLatasha Morrison, founder of Be the Bridge, interviews activist and author Kathy Khang about practical ways to raise your voice in real life, the difference between disruption and discernment, and troublemaking for the sake of the Gospel. Kathy also explores making authentic justice-minded friends in white evangelical spaces and especially the intersection of race and gender within a ministry vocation. First published on Facebook Live - August 14, 2018 Resources mentioned: BOOK: Kathy Kha...
Be the Bridge 101 - Rethinking Incarceration: Advocating for Justice that Restores with Dominique Gilliard
March 31, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 64.9 MBIn this episode, Latasha Morrison interviews author Dominique Gilliard about his book Rethinking Incarceration: Advocating for Justice that Restores. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
101 - Rethinking Incarceration: Advocating for Justice that Restores with Dominique Gilliard
March 31, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBIn this episode, Latasha Morrison interviews author Dominique Gilliard about his book Rethinking Incarceration: Advocating for Justice that Restores.
Rethinking Incarceration with Dominique Gilliard
March 31, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 64.9 MBIn this episode, Latasha Morrison interviews author Dominique Gilliard about his book Rethinking Incarceration: Advocating for Justice that Restores. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app