The UnlearnT Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Life comes with changes and different changes require different rhythms. Sometimes life moves fast, some times life moves a little slower. Personally, I prefer a fast pace, slightly chaotic life, but that's time has come to an end. I wonder if you can relate...  

Send us Fan Mail The title says it all! Take a quick listen and get a little more free! 

Send us Fan Mail What happens when you take two people with contrasting views on money, varying upbringing, and a sprinkle of selfishness? You get a marriage, of course! We're sitting down with Jill and Shannon Dyson, my dear friends, who have been navigating the rough seas of marriage for an impressive 25 years. They're ready to spill the beans about their adventures, the trials and tri...

Send us Fan Mail (The mics weren’t working so excuse the sound quality) This is a fire Freedom Friday Episode! My good friend, Dr. Monique Ositelu (former olympic track qualifier, serial entrepreneur, and data storytelling  expert), talks about unlearning her relationship with fear. These next 15 minutes could change the game for you! 

Send us Fan Mail Ever thought about what it means to 'divorce' certain aspects of your life before you say 'I do'? Join us as we explore this transformative concept with the insightful Patrick and Shemeika Harrington, a couple who has navigated 26 years of marital waters and emerged with wisdom to share. We uncover the significance of disconnecting from harmful influences, esta...

Send us Fan Mail Megan Broadstreet joins RA this week for Freedom Fridays! She's unlearning a lot about processing truth, making mistakes, being vulnerable, etc... turns out you can cover a lot in 13 minutes! 

Send us Fan Mail Join me as I prepare for my own impending nuptials, driven by the curiosity to understand the mysteries of marriage. Whether you're a couple seeking advice or an individual intrigued by the dynamics of intimate relationships, this series serves a feast of thought-provoking discussions. Look forward to our launch episode on July 25th  and join us in discovering how unlearning...

Send us Fan Mail Change, often feared and avoided, can actually be a tool for growth, innovation, and self-improvement— if we know how to leverage it right. I'll be sharing my own personal journey of managing anxiety and adapting to change, and why I believe change is not our enemy but a reliable companion on our journey to self-improvement.

Send us Fan Mail It's Freedom Friday! Join RA and her friend Maya as they talking about how letting go of limitations has made them more free! 

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever questioned the advice that your family passed down to you? Have you been torn between appeasing your loved ones and making decisions that truly resonates with your own needs and desires? Well, you're not alone. On our latest Freedom Friday episode, I chat with the vivacious Jazmin Woodcox, an intern at Angel Street and podcaster, who is grappling with these very...

Send us Fan Mail I had the incredible opportunity to reconnect with the talented and inspiring storyteller Alexus Rohn, who first sparked my love for reading as a teenager. We chat about her journey of sharing stories about black girls and women through various mediums, such as writing, stage plays, podcasts, and more.  Together, we dive into Alexus’ faith journey, from her time attending a conser...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever let fear dictate your choices, only to realize later that you could've conquered the challenge if you hadn't been so afraid? On this Freedom Friday episode, I share a personal story from my college days when fear held me back from pursuing a music education, and the valuable lesson I learned from that experience.  Join me as I reflect on the importance of u...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when two pastors (who happen to be married!) of differing faith backgrounds engage in an open conversation about the complexities of belief, spirituality, and the challenges of guiding a congregation? Join me as I sit down with Reverend Sandra Summers and Reverend Sam Tietel, two Memphis-based pastors navigating the intricate world of religion and raising their son, G...

Send us Fan Mail In this Freedom Friday, we dive into the concept of conscious communication and the freedom that comes from "unlearning" ingrained patterns. Through examining our own communication styles and understanding the impact they have on receiving and giving information, we can progress towards a brighter and more connected world. Share your thoughts with us and follow our journ...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a pastor embarks on a journey to unlearn religion? Join us as we explore this intriguing topic with our guest, Vincent Joplin, an assistant pastor at Hope Church who has been pastoring since 1999.  In this thought-provoking conversation, we  dive into youth ministry and the life-altering power of gospel transformation. Vincent vividly recounts his time working wi...

Send us Fan Mail Listen in as we wrestle with the idea of extending grace and understanding to those who may not share our beliefs, and the dangers of adopting a cancel culture within the faith community. Together, let's gain more wisdom and courage to change our minds and experience more freedom and peace in our spiritual journeys. Don't miss this enlightening conversation that will cha...

Send us Fan Mail Growing up in South Memphis, Reverend Roslyn Nichols was shaped by ideas of justice, her family, and the strong women who raised her. Our conversation covers the limitations of a black and white theological understanding, the ambiguities of scripture, and the role of justice in a Christian context. We also emphasize the importance of allowing yourself permission to let your relati...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when we allow ourselves to unlearn religion and discover our own beliefs? Join me as I sit down with my mentor, Shannon Wright, to explore her incredible journey from a Southern Baptist church to Harvard, South Africa, and beyond. Together, we dive into the complexities of religious expectations, the power of rituals in spirituality, and the importance of understandin...

Send us Fan Mail Feeling drained and running on empty? You're not alone. In this week's Freedom Friday episode of the Unlearned Podcast, I share my own struggle with depletion and the importance of filling up before hitting rock bottom. It's been a tough week, but it's also served as a reminder to prioritize self-care and replenishment in order to keep cruising through life wit...

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Send us Fan Mail Here are two questions we can all relate to: 1. What do you do when your life takes a turn that flips your faith upside down? 2. What happens when the God you thought you knew becomes new to you all over again? Now, what if these things were true... and you were a Pastor? What if you had to rethink not only what you believed about God, but what you preached about God? Rev. Jessica...

Send us Fan Mail Religion means a lot of different things to different people. It is one of things most people actively avoid discussing because of the tension it can bring.  But most people have interacted with religion on some level and have had to decide what they are going to do with it. This series explores individuals' decisions about engaging that journey. These guests have unlearned r...

Send us Fan Mail A lot of us have been taught to that to see something happen, all you have to do is speak it into existence. Some of us have been taught that what we need are "positive vibes" and "good energy" to see change. Well, both are wrong. Here's why... 

Send us Fan Mail Jaquetta Ross, graduate of Furman University, Masters of Divinity from Vanderbilt University, and now a Director of Student Engagement at Clemson University...oh and she's also Ruth Abigail's best friend... joins us to talk about how she has had to come out of hiding and be her full self, even if it made others a bit uncomfortable. Has this ever been you? If so, Jaquetta...

Send us Fan Mail It's the ultimate Freedom Friday... Good Friday! RA reflects on the realities of hopelessness that we face and the honesty it takes to admit we don't believe it can ever get any better. Sounds a bit morbid? Well, sometime it is. But not forever....