Justice work is hard. It is an unending slog through a phalanx of systems that conspire to harm. One victory prompts adaptation which leads to more challenges. We are tired! If you’re engaged in the work, this one is for you. It’s time to be free.
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The conservative religious right is on the verge of legislating their view of God’s will and forcing Americans to capitulate to their faith. As America progresses toward what appears to be a theocracy, we discuss what that means, why it is a problem, and what can be done to counteract the inertia.
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This week, Mike and Amera join the family over at The Brown Liquor Report podcast to discuss dystopia. Who defines dystopia? Are we in it? How do we navigate this moment in human history? This episode is full of helpful information, sobering truth, and dystopian laughs. We always have a good time when the family […]
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Pandemic, Protests, and Progress. This week, we’re discussing the impact of 4 weeks of protests against racial injustice. The conversation to Defund the Police is not going anywhere, so provide a Faith Uncut take on the discussion. What does Black Lives Matter mean once we accept that reality? We’re talking about all of it this […]
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Black Lives Matter…that’s it. That’s the description. For more ways to help, D. Danyelle Thomas (https://www.unfitchristian.com) compiled the following list where you can donate: Bail Funds / Legal Help By City – https://docs.google.com/document/u/0/d/1X4-YS3vFn5CLL9QtJSU0xqmTh_h8XilXgOqGAjZISBI/mobilebasic?fbclid=IwAR1HcptubH71KYLCnCx1EGdXEis5T7iWLwDDwaOZkCBbDLBlZru9A8IA5-k Minnesota Freedom Fund – https://minnesotafreedomfund.org/donate Philadelphia Bail Fund – https://www.phillybailfund.org/donate Memphis Community Bail Fund – http://justcity.org/what-we-do/mcbfund Atlanta Solidarity Fund – https://atlsolidarity.org/ Louisville Bail Project – https://www.facebook.com/TBPLouisville/ Brooklyn Community […]
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This week, we’re discussing why reparations matters, why it is an issue during the 2020 Presidential election, and what key points to listen for as the candidates make their case for reparations.
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Another landmark Supreme Court case is being challenged. This week, Mike and Amera discuss Roe v. Wade, the Christian obsession with it, what the Bible has to say about abortion, and the ultimate goal of those who seek to overturn Roe. It’s an important episode for an important topic. Join us.
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We’re closing in 100 episodes! For those who are new to the show or may not have caught every episode, here is a list of good places to jump in (or catch up). These episodes provide a glimpse into what we do on Faith Uncut. Whether it’s your first time hearing them or a refresher, […]
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This week, we’re discussing one of the more complicated figures in Black history. Malcolm X is complex because he was a full human being with a fully fleshed out lived experience. Like all of us, that experience contributed to who he was. But who was Malcolm, really? And is it ok to include him in […]
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This week we expand on the Language of the Oppressed conversation as we explore the cost of liberation. Once your language serves as the needed affirmation, how do you prepare yourself for the impending losses? Your liberation does not come cheap and your language may be the thing needed to propel you and gain the […]
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Who calls for civility? Who does civil discourse benefit? This week, Amera and Mike are joined by Nick Gaines to explore the language of the oppressed. They uncover how powerful the language is both as a self affirmation and catalyst to liberation. Join them for the first part of this important discussion.
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We are back! To kick off season 3, we are addressing The Statement on Social Justice & the Gospel signed by John MacArthur and thousands of other faith leaders. We discuss some of the affirmations and denials contained in the statement, how and why a statement like this is made in the year of our […]
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Welcome to the Shit Show! It’s been a tough week for many people. During this show we process the immigration crisis at the border, the Muslim ban, the SCOTUS, and how we cope with the crushing news cycle. We also cover some simple and not so simple things you can do to act. We’re in […]
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The Trump administration continues to assert they have no plan for reuniting children separated from their parents at the U.S. border with their families but they do have a plan. Upon hearing the children were being transported to various states, I wondered if there were any children shipped to my state. I spoke with my […]
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This has happened before. The United States is currently tearing children away from their families at border crossings. The children are detained in a repurposed Walmart warehouse, given 3 meals a day, forced to take classes in English and U.S. Civics, with no guarantee they will be reunited with their parents. The cannot be guaranteed […]
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The Supreme Court issued another debated decision this week so we figure it is the perfect time to discuss the importance of the Federal bench. This week, we discuss how that bench is currently being shaped, especially at the lower court level, how it impacts you and how you can impact it. Primaries are here. […]
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This week JW is back to answer the question of if Jesus of Nazareth was a social justice warrior? We’re looking at the types of things he said and did. If Christians are his followers and he was, what does that mean for us?
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We’re joined by The Count of The Brown Liquor Report as we continue our discussion on the New Civil Rights Movement. He helps guide us through white supremacy, being woke, waking up others, parenting, and what to do now that we’re all woke. This is an extra large episode to cover an extra large […]
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This week we’re exploring the similarities between the Civil Rights Movement of the 50s and 60s and the new Civil Rights Era we believe we are currently living. We discuss segregation, gentrification, leadership, legislation, and justice as we try to forecast how we believe our generation will fare in our fight. Join us!
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