The Confronting Whiteness Podcast

In this episode of the Confronting Whiteness podcast, Rev. Dr. Ben Boswell speaks with Rev. Dr. Dick Hester, a retired professor and therapist with a rich history of activism and opposition to racial oppression. Hester shares his journey of racial awakening from his segregated upbringing in Fort Worth, Texas, to his confrontations with white supremacy and racial injustice throughout his career. Hi...

In this episode of the Confronting Whiteness podcast, Rev. Ben Boswell converses with Gail Perry, a Cleveland, Ohio native and daughter of the first black mayor in Ohio. Gail shares her experiences growing up in the 1960s amid racial tensions, attending Kent State during the tragic National Guard shooting, and her lifelong journey in civil rights activism. Gail reflects on her religious upbringing...

In this episode of Confronting Whiteness, Rev. Dr. Ben Boswell interviews Rev. Dr. Mel Williams, a seasoned pastor with over 40 years of service. The conversation explores Williams’ upbringing in a segregated North Carolina, the impact of his spiritual mentor Denny Spear’s resignation over racial integration, and the lifelong influence of his mother’s childhood friendship with an African American...

In the third episode of the Confronting Whiteness podcast, Rev. Ben Boswell engages in a compelling conversation with Kim Bohannon, a dedicated educator and community leader. Kim, affectionately known as 'Kimbo,' shares her transformative journey through the Confronting Whiteness course and its profound impact on her life. They explore her religious and racial background, the role of spirituality...

In the second episode of the Confronting Whiteness podcast, Rev. Dr. Ben Boswell engages in a profound conversation with Tracy Onze, who leads the middle school division at Trinity Episcopal School in Charlotte. Tracy, originally from New York, shares her journey and experiences over her 22-year tenure at the school. They delve into her religious background, early experiences with race, and the tr...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MRS055nLVkE In the inaugural episode of the Confronting Whiteness podcast, Rev. Ben Boswell sits down with Wes Fryer, a media literacy and computer science teacher from Charlotte, North Carolina. Friar discusses his religious upbringing, his awareness of racial dynamics, and how participating in the Confronting Whiteness course was a catalyst for significant persona...

In the inaugural episode of the Confronting Whiteness podcast, Rev. Ben Boswell sits down with Wes Fryer, a media literacy and computer science teacher from Charlotte, North Carolina. Friar discusses his religious upbringing, his awareness of racial dynamics, and how participating in the Confronting Whiteness course was a catalyst for significant personal transformation. He shares insights on the...