Be the Bridge Podcast

In this episode of the Be the Bridge podcast, Sarah Connatser speaks with Dorcas Cheng-Tozun about her writing, her faith, and her justice work. They discuss the importance of understanding migration and mental health theologically, the role of Made for Pax in addressing these topics, and the significance of creating welcoming spaces for all. Dorcas also shares insights from her book, Social Justi...

Professor of Theology at Wheaton College, Dr. Vincent Bacote joined Latasha Morrison on the Be the Bridge Podcast to talk about the role of the Black Church in American Christianity, the contextualization of theology, the importance of understanding race and ethnicity, the challenges faced by the evangelical identity, and more! Dr. Bacote brings truth, wisdom, and hope to the Be the Bridge communi...

In this episode of The Justice Table powered by Be the Bridge, the conversation centers around immigration from a theological standpoint. Dr. Will Gravely, Jefferson Jones, Darryl Ford, and Latasha Morrison talk about the importance of viewing all individuals through the lens of Jesus' love and compassion, regardless of their immigration status. They discuss the dehumanizing practices of ICE a...

In this episode of the Be the Bridge podcast, Dr. Terence Lester shares his journey from growing up in poverty to becoming a doctor and advocate for educational justice with host Dr. Will Gravely. He discusses the impact of redlining on education, the importance of community engagement, and the need for trauma-informed approaches in addressing social issues. Dr. Lester emphasizes the potential wit...

In this episode of The Justice Table, the conversation between Jefferson J. Jones, Pastor Dion Evans, and Darryl Ford explores the complexities of the holiday season and holding the tensions of celebration and lament, joy and grief, hope and mourning. They talk about mental health and the importance of community support. You'll be encouraged by the discussion about the difference between forgivene...

In this episode of the Be The Bridge podcast, Latasha Morrison interviews Shane Claiborne, a prominent speaker and activist known for his work in social justice and peacemaking. They discuss the current state of the world, the role of Christians in advocating for justice, and the importance of understanding and interpreting scripture correctly. Shane emphasizes the need for courageous action in th...

Come to the table where biblical justice is served! Join Dr. Terence Lester, Jefferson J. Jones, Dr. Will Gravely, and Pastor Dion Evans as they bring their group chat to the Be the Bridge Podcast in this special series. Don't miss this conversation! They explore the theological foundations of justice, the inseparability of Jesus and justice, and the necessity of engaging with the community. T...

In this engaging conversation, Latasha Morrison interviews Reverend Dr. Drew Hart, a prominent voice in Christian ethics and Black theology. They discuss Hart's journey as an author and activist and his new book Making it Plain: Why We Need Anabaptism and the Black Church . They discuss the roots of white supremacy within Christianity, the evolution of Christian doctrine, and the marginalizati...

In this episode of the Be the Bridge Podcast, host Latasha Morrison engages with guests Kara Powell and Raymond Chang to discuss the book they co-authored with Jake Mulder, The Future-Focused Church . They explore the challenges facing the church today, particularly regarding youth engagement and diversity. The conversation emphasizes the need for churches to adapt and change, focusing on relation...

In this conversation, Latasha Morrison and Rev. Dr. Malcolm Foley dive into the true meaning of the gospel and the impact of economic exploitation on society. They discuss the vision behind Mosaic Waco, the intentionally multicultural church Malcolm co-pastors, and his book The Anti-Greed Gospel: Why the Love of Money is the Root of Racism and How the Church Can Create a New Way Forward. Malcolm a...

These conversations took place at our Juneteenth Crawl this year. The first part is an interview with Rev. Dr. Tony Sundermeier and Rev. Dr. Katie Sundermeier of First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta sharing how their church is involved in justice work. Then, Dr. Debbie Stevens, a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, shares about the integral work of mental health especially for the BIPOC community. We...

Latasha Morrison hosts this episode of the Be the Bridge Podcast with a dynamic interview with Kristin Du Mez, a historian and the author of Jesus and John Wayne . They discuss this cultural moment and Du Mez's work on understanding white evangelical culture. They talk about the themes of authority, masculinity, and the implications of Christian nationalism, as well as the surprising revelatio...

In this week's episode of the Be the Bridge Podcast, Reverend Heather Taylor, Managing Director of Bread for the World , joins Tange Johnson, Be the Bridge's Chief Transformation Officer, to discuss Breads's mission to advocate for a world without hunger. She shares insights on the successes and challenges faced in advocacy, the role of government in addressing the crisis, and the need...

Border Perspective exists to equip, educate, and mobilize people of faith through biblical resources and serivce-learning experiences along the U.S. and Mexico border. Yonathan Moya and Jennifer Moya are a dynamic brother and sister team creating immersive experiences, transforming the immigration conversation, and serving the body of Christ. In this conversation, Elizabeth Behrens talks with Yona...

In this episode, Latasha Morrison hosts a conversation with author, speaker, and public health professional Prasanta Verma about her experiences as an immigrant and the themes of belonging, ethnic loneliness, and cultural identity. They explore the differences between race and ethnicity, the impact of assimilation on cultural identity, and the importance of community and connection in overcoming f...

In this conversation, Latasha Morrison and Esau McCaulley talk about Esau's latest children's book, Andy Johnson and the March for Justice and the significance of children's literature in addressing social justice issues. Esau shares insights on the need for healthy churches that reflect the values of their congregants. The discussion also highlights the importance of cultural identity...

In this episode, we take BTB into the MCU with a conversation between Dion Evans and Cole Middleton as they explore the intersection of superheroes, cultural representation, and racial reconciliation. They discuss the importance of entertainment as a means of taking care of yourself, the significance of diverse characters like Black Panther, and the complexities faced by Sam Wilson as Captain Amer...

In this conversation, Latasha Morrison is joined by Quina Aragon to explore the themes of racial healing, personal struggles, and the centrality of God's love in their lives and work. Quina shares her multicultural background, her journey to faith, and how her experiences of pain and trauma have shaped her writing especially with her most recent book, Love Has a Story: 100 Meditations on the E...

In this conversation, Jefferson Jones is joined by a group of young adults (Sebastian, Christal, and Regan) to discuss the impact of the Trump presidency on various aspects of society, the political climate on college campuses, the weaponization of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), and the influence of these dynamics on Christianity. They share their personal feelings and observations, empha...

In this episode of the Be the Bridge Podcast, Latasha Morrison interviews author, speaker, and Bible teacher, Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young . Her recently released picture book, Kailani's Gift, celebrates family, Filipino heritage, and dance while showing the importance of perseverance and cultural expression. Dorina shares about her journey as a writer, and they discuss how children's books can serve...

What actually is DEI? We invite you to listen to Elizabeth, one of our BTB Educators, share about diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives - the history, the need for them, and our work with them at Be the Bridge. If you learned something, please let us know! We’d love to hear how this equips you with language to better explain to others what DEI is and to advocate for it. Find this on social...

Jefferson and Gina from the Be the Bridge team co-host an insightful conversation with Dr. Nicholas Rowe and Sheila Wise Rowe where they delve into the themes of leadership, healing, and self-awareness. They discuss their new book, Healing Leadership Trauma: Finding Emotional Health and Helping Others Flourish . The conversation emphasizes the need for cross-ethnic reconciliation and the role of s...

Corregan Brown is one of the educators on our Be the Bridge Training team. He takes a few minutes to share a little history with the BTB Community. He talks about the significant role of the public sector in building Black wealth and the Black middle class in the United States. He explores historical interactions between Black Americans and the public sector, the impact of key historical events su...

In this episode of the Be the Bridge podcast, guest host Darryl Ford engages in a deep conversation with Dr. Ed Uszynski about critical race theory and its implications for racial reconciliation within the church. They explore Ed's book, Untangling Critical Race Theory , and the historical context of CRT. You'll hear about the importance of understanding systemic racism and the role of the...

In this episode of the Be the Bridge podcast, Jefferson Jones hosts three university students (Sebastian, Regan, and Christal) to discuss the significance of Black History Month and their evolving perspectives of it. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding and celebrating Black history, the role of young people in advocating for racial healing, and the personal connections that...