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Have you ever felt like you're throwing your vote away? Then join us this week as we sit down with Donnavan Dillon from Loud Light here in Topeka to talk about what solutions might exist to help you truly use your voice in the election process, and how you can access those resources! Intersection Resources: https://www.loudlight.org/events www. Ksvotes.org (Handles) Loud_light (IG,X,FB,Tk,YT)...

Have you ever felt like you're throwing your vote away? Then join us this week as we sit down with Donnavan Dillon from Loud Light here in Topeka to talk about what solutions might exist to help you truly use your voice in the election process, and how you can access those resources! Intersection Resources: https://www.loudlight.org/events www. Ksvotes.org (Handles) Loud_light (IG,X,FB,Tk,YT)...

New Louisiana Law puts the Ten Commandments into school. Is this a good thing? Or is it wrong to force something on people even if you believe it's positive? Join Brail and Johnathan in a discussion about this new law and the culture that it breeds. Intersection Resources: https://www.facebook.com/share/y5BRZgCHAE5S9QFd/?mibextid=WC7FNe Facebook Group: South By East Podcast Website: www.fello...

In the magic Kingdom, your money is likely to disappear as 45% of families reportedly go into debt to get to Disney World Parks. Join Johnathan and Brail as they discuss these interesting findings and add their two cents to the debt. Facebook Group: South By East Podcast Website: www.fellowshiphicrest.com/southbyeast South By East Podcast - discussing culture, the scriptures, and everything in bet...

Pastor Jamal Bryant says that he stopped teaching people to tithe and started teaching them to budget. Has the Church been asking for a harvest without teaching the people to plant? Is that their responsibility? Come explore with Brail and Johnathan at the intersection of faith and financial literacy! Intersection Resources: link to the source material) https://www.facebook.com/reel/24645323470888...

With Diddy allegations continuing to rise it brings up questions of his moral fiber, but could Diddy's actions point to a bigger issue with our society? Join Brail and Johnathan as they explore what happens to the heart when we gain access to excess. Resources: https://youtu.be/XZZ0v7CoiO8?si=V0ZCbBbWIJYr0nP7 Facebook Group: South By East Podcast Website: www.fellowshiphicrest.com/southbyeast...

South by East Traffic Report 22: Discretion or Accountability? It's always scary when people in positions of power turn out to be abusing that power. When that happens, it's hard to know what to share and what to hold. Join Brail and Johnathan as they look at the recent scandal at Gateway Church.  Resources:  https://www.wfaa.com/.../287-1859d035-214c-40c4-b985... https://www.christianit...

Caitlin Clark. Overrated, or over hated? Sometimes fear can cause us to not see the good that someone brings into our lives. Join Johnathan Brail as they look at where Caitlin Clark's success, her peer's response, and the culture intersect. Intersection Resources: (link to the source material) https://x.com/barstooluiowa/status/1793436521783009506?s=46 Facebook Group: South By East Podca...

For the first time in US history, a former president has been convicted of a felony, and he plans to run for office again with a strong chance of winning. What does this mean for America? What does this mean for us? Join Brail and Johnathan as they share thoughts on former President Donald Trump's conviction in the intersection.  Intersection Resources: (link to the source material) Facebook...

Wordsmiths are out there to get you for what you say, but also what you don't say. Johnathan discusses the semantics of our words. Join us in the intersection. Facebook Group: South By East Podcast Website: www.fellowshiphicrest.com/southbyeast South By East Podcast - discussing culture, the scriptures, and everything in between. FB Group: www.facebook.com/groups/southbyeast Website: https://...

In J. Cole's famous song "no role models," he speaks of the impact that "Uncle Phil" from the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air had on his life as he mourns the death of James Avery. Have we turned the mentorship of young black boys over to fictional characters? Join John and Brail as they talk about the state of leadership in the lives of our Youth here in the intersection. Faceboo...

What do Katt Williams and the beef with Kendrick Lamar and Drake have in common? The world was ready to see blood at the hands of entertainment. Are we innocent or inciting carnage? Join Brail as we look at the role we play as consumers in media and how our choices impact the culture.  Intersection Resources: link to the source material) https://www.facebook.com/100063647019831/posts/pfbid02Ue7uXY...

Chat GPT is quickly becoming the stimulus package for anyone trying to look more professional in the world of written word. But is AI helping us save time and write better, or is it producing lower quality products? Join Brail as we jump into the topic of AI used in public writing. Intersection Resources: link to the source material): https://english.elpais.com/science-tech/2024-04-25/excessive-us...

Tipping rules have changed, and now tips are requested almost everywhere. Should we be lending a helping hand, or is this getting out of hand? Join Brail and John as they explore the new rules of tipping and what they say about our society. Intersection Resources: link to the source material): https://www.npr.org/2024/03/26/1196978930/new-rules-tipping-etiquette?utm_term=nprnews&utm_source=fac...

With recent hip-hop beef has John and Brail discussing what it means to be hip-hop and the ramifications of this new ignited beef between J Cole, Kendrick Lamar and Drake. Join us in the intersection as they discuss if something really is not hip-hop. Facebook Group: South By East Podcast Website: www.fellowshiphicrest.com/southbyeast South By East Podcast - discussing culture, the scriptures, and...

Should you walk it out in Church? I’m not sure, but if the right pastor brings it up, I bet that’ll preach! If it sounds and feels good, it has to be good right? John and Brail look at the danger of allowing charisma to overtake truth.  Intersection Resources: link to the source material): https://x.com/RevJamesRiley/status/1742249136953655370?s=20 Facebook Group: South By East Podcast Website: ww...

Do you still need that college degree to get a job? Check out why several large companies are dropping their degree requirements and join us for a conversation about how this impacts us in the intersection.  Intersection Resources: link to the source material) https://x.com/KeneAkers/status/1742217976294891900?s=20 Facebook Group: South By East Podcast Website: www.fellowshiphicrest.com/southbyeas...

Why are some things seen as an advancement for some and a constraint for others? Join Johnathan and Brail as they dive into the culture of the infamous “Blaccent,” and how this type of phenomena may be impacting friends in your community.  Intersection Resources: link to the source material) What Is Blaccent And Why Do People Keep Using It? The Blaccent Paradox Facebook Group: South By East Podcas...

What role should the Church play in addressing societal issues? Johnathan and Brail seek to answer this question while checking out a Barna interview on what the public does or doesn’t look to the Church for.  Intersection Resources: link to the source material What Issues Do Urban Adults Believe the Local Church Is Poised to Address? Facebook Group: South By East Podcast Website: www.fellowshiphi...

Join Johnathan and Brail as they discuss the 7 habits of miserable people. Intersection Resources: link to the source material 7 Habits of Highly Miserable People Facebook Group: South By East Podcast Website: www.fellowshiphicrest.com/southbyeast South By East Podcast - discussing culture, the scriptures, and everything in between. FB Group: www.facebook.com/groups/southbyeast Website: https://fe...

How does one become great? Brail and Johnathan look back over acheivements in their personal and professional life and give insight to the keys that helped them become successful.  Intersection Resources: link to the source material) Facebook Group: South By East Podcast Website: www.fellowshiphicrest.com/southbyeast South By East Podcast - discussing culture, the scriptures, and everything in bet...

Moving forward, not moving on. Brail and Johnathan look at Swoope's "We Go On" to examine processing loss and the difficulty of grieving healthily. Intersection Resources: link to the source material) Coffee & Grief SxE Season 1 Ep 3: It's Rough Out Here in these Streets Facebook Group: South By East Podcast Website: www.fellowshiphicrest.com/southbyeast South By East Podca...

 Johnathan takes a stroll down memory lane as we examine the legendary Scarface’s Tiny Desk Concert. What does this concert tell us about the power of art, loving one’s neighborhood and taking care of one’s mental health? Find out in the intersection On My Block. Intersection Resources: link to the source material) Scarface: Tiny Desk Concert Facebook Group: South By East Podcast Website: www.fell...

Johnathan and Brail dive into some current events. Should California give immigrants free healthcare? How do we feel about Governor Kelly’s 2023 highlights? How do any of these things intersect with South East Topeka and what does it look like to truly love our neighbors? Intersection Resources:  California will be giving immigrants free healthcare Governor Kelly’s 2023 highlights Facebook Group:...

The Superbowl is a monumental event in American Culture. The commercials, the half-time shows and the hype. Brail and John review Superbowl LVIII and talk about the opportunities it brings. Intersection Resources: link to the source material) Usher’s Halftime Show Facebook Group: South By East Podcast Website: www.fellowshiphicrest.com/southbyeast South By East Podcast - discussing culture, the sc...