Malynda Hale

#WeNeedToTalk

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#WeNeedToTalk is hosted by actor, singer and activist Malynda Hale. Leading with the motto that everything begins with a conversation, #WeNeedToTalk is centered around heartfelt one on one conversations, with an emphasis on social justice, politics, religion, society, and culture. Listeners will enjoy meaningful discussions with Malynda and a variety of special guests. malyndahale.substack.com

Author

Malynda Hale

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Society

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malyndahale.substack.com

Latest episode

Jun 29, 2026

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Episodes

#WeNeedToTalk- One on One with Gattison 14.01.2021

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with Singer/Songwriter Gattison about his personal story, experiences working in the Christian music industry and how people put too much faith in spiritual leaders. The two also discuss the responsibility that spiritual leaders have during the pandemic in terms of leading their congregation the way God would want them to. This is a public episode. I...

#WeNeedToTalk- One on One with Grace Semler Baldridge 11.01.2021

On the Season 4 premiere of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda sits down with Host & Musician Grace Semler Baldridge to discuss her docu-series State of Grace on Refinery29, being a Queer Christian, how she manages to find a healthy intersection between the two and what the role of the church should be. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episo...

#WeNeedToTalk- Reflections & Lessons in 2020 07.12.2020

In the final Episode of Season 3, Malynda reflects on 2020 and the lessons she's learned throughout the year. #WeNeedToTalk will Return January 11th, 2021. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

#WeNeedToTalk- Supporting Black Owned Business 30.11.2020

On this weeks episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda discusses the importance of why we should make supporting Black Owned businesses a part of our regular routine. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

#WeNeedToTalk- Giving Thanks in 2020 23.11.2020

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda focuses on the positive of 2020 and things to be thankful for. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

#WeNeedToTalk- The Road to The Election Part IV 02.11.2020

On this weeks episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda is joined by Ndidi Amadi , Drexel Heard, II and Ian Felchlin to discuss black endorsements of Trump, Celebrity endorsements, Swing States, Religion and Politics!       This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

#WeNeedToTalk- The Road to the Election Part III 26.10.2020

This week Malynda is joined by Ndidi Amadi, Ian Felchlin, and Drexel Heard to discuss to latest Presidential debate, the rise in Covid cases and comparisons to the 2016 election. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

#WeNeedToTalk- The Road to the Election Part II 19.10.2020

In week 2 of The Road to the Election series Malynda is joined by musician Ian Felchlin, American Government Professor Ndidi Amadi and Comedian/Activist Dana Goldberg. The three discuss the confirmation hearing, Biden & Trump Town Halls, Ice Cube and Upcoming Covid relief. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndah...

#WeNeedToTalk: The Road to the Election Part I 12.10.2020

This week on #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda is joined by Professor Ndidi Amadi and Musician Ian Felchin to discuss the events of last week as well as the lead up to the 2020 Election.  This episode is part 1 of the "Road to the Election" series.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

#WeNeedToTalk- Trump & Covid 05.10.2020

On this weeks episode Malynda talks about Trump, Covid and the fallout of the reception for Amy Coney Barrett. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

#WeNeedToTalk- One on One w/ John Volk 28.09.2020

On this week's one-on-one episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda is joined by her husband to discuss what raising a bi-racial child looks like in the wake of civil unrest and racial tensions throughout the country. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

#WeNeedToTalk- One on One w/ Drexel Heard 21.09.2020

On this weeks One on One, Malynda sits down with Drexel Heard, Executive Director of the LA County Democratic Party, to discuss Trump's Presidency, Biden/Harris policies, replacing RBG, and California propositions.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

#WeNeedToTalk- One on One w/ Griot 31.08.2020

In this weeks one on one, Malynda sits down with drama/comedy poetry duo, Griot. They discuss activism, history, and how they use storytelling to make a difference.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

#WeNeedToTalk-Roundtable Discussion: White Privilege 24.08.2020

On this weeks roundtable discussion, Malynda is joined by Reverend Denyse Barnes, Filmmaker Dakota Lupo, Youtuber Rod Kim and Environmental Justice Advocate Chelsey Gentry-Tipton  to discuss White Privilege.   This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

#WeNeedToTalk-One on One w/ Lady A & John Oliver III 10.08.2020

On this weeks one on one #episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda sits down with Seattle based blues singer Lady A and her music producer John Oliver III to discuss her career, the music industry and the recent controversy surround Lady Antebellum's name change. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/...

#WeNeedToTalk-One on One w/ Shanna Lee 03.08.2020

On this weeks one on one episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda is joined by Shanna Lee to discuss manifestation, energy shifts and positivity through the pandemic. Shanna  is an intuitive healer and celebrity manifestation coach. She is the #1 best -selling author of The Soul Frequency: Your Healthy, Awakened and Authentic Life and the host of The Soul Frequency Show podcast; leading the conversation...

#WeNeedToTalk- Roundtable Discussion: Education, Teaching during the Pandemic, and Returning to School 27.07.2020

On this weeks episode of #WeNeedTalk, Malynda is joined by 4 teachers to discuss what teaching online has been like during the pandemic, risks involved with returning to school and how teachers and education are viewed in society.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

#WeNeedToTalk- One on One w/ Omowale Akintunde 20.07.2020

In this week's episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda sits down with Emmy Award Winner and former Chair of the Department of Black Studies at University of Nebraska at Omaha, Omowale Akintunde to discuss systemic racism within education, Whiteness as a default,  intersectional oppression and our current political climate.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers o...

#WeNeedToTalk-Roundtable Discussion- Covid 19 & The Music Industry 14.07.2020

On this week's roundtable discussion, Malynda is joined by Maiya Sykes, Ian Felchin, Andrew Orbison, Emily Danger and LaVance Colley to discuss the effects that COVID 19 has had on the music industry and what's next for artists and musicians. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

#WeNeedToTalk-One on One w/ David Weissman 29.06.2020

On this weeks One on One, Malynda talks with US Army Veteran and former Trump supporter David Weissman. The two discuss why he decided to leave the republican party, rescind his support for Trump and how to get through to other Trump supporters. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

#WeNeedToTalk-Roundtable Discussion: Pride Month, Black Lives Matter, Being an Ally and Using your Platform 22.06.2020

In a second Roundtable episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda discusses Pride Month, Black Lives Matter, Being an Ally and using your platform with American Idol Finalist David Hernandez, LGBTQ+ Recording Artists and Activist Torrey Mercer and Singer/Songwriter Gattison. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.sub...

#WeNeedToTalk- One on One w/ John Pavlovitz 03.06.2020

In a special episode of #WeNeedtoTalk, Malynda discusses the roles Christians and faith communities play amidst the global pandemic and dismantling racism in America with Pastor, Author and Activist John Pavlovitz. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

#WeNeedToTalk- Roundtable Discussion: Racism, Black Lives Matter, Voting and Being an Ally 01.06.2020

In a special roundtable episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda  moderates a discussion centered around recent events in the country. They discuss the murder of George Floyd, importance of voting, how to be an ally/advocate and more. Featured: Farelle Walker ( Actor/Writer/Activist) Drexel Heard (Executive Director of LADP Michael Schwartz ( Director/Writer/Producer) Jill Robi (Writer/Journalist/Activis...

#WeNeedToTalk: Season 2- Episode 20- Season Finale 11.05.2020

On the Season Finale of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda and Karmel discuss the murder of Ahmaud Arbery, racial bias in the pandemic, and what's to come. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

#WeNeedToTalk: Season 2- Episode 19- The Quarantine Chronicles Pt.4 04.05.2020

On this weeks episode of # WeNeedToTalk, The Quarantine Chronicles, Malynda and Karmel discuss their top binge worthy TV shows and movies to watch while quarantined!  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

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