What Say U?

Audrey and Melannie connect for the first time since the 2020 U.S. election results were revealed. The sisters analyze national and local races in their “keepin’ it real” style and offer a WORD of inspiration to the community about healing and the path forward to unity. Links Channel 253 membership

Heightened racial tensions, toxic rhetoric, political tactics, protests, riots – whew!  With all this sh_t going on in America right now, the Sisters satirically explore the metaphor of an internal flushing cleanse as the way towards reconciliation and healing of this nation. Links Channel 253 membership

Carol Mitchell, the Black woman who worked in the Pierce County Executive Office C-suite and was fired chats it up with Melannie and Audrey about everything that led up to her termination and the latest developments. She also introduces her new project: The Black Justice Institute. Links Channel 253 membership

The Cunningham sisters broadly explore topics of systemic racism, oppression and other active efforts aimed at silencing and continued marginalization of Black people in America.  They speak on ideas of empowerment and liberation. Links White House memo TUL members South Sound Anti-Racist Group Channel 253 membership Off the Record – a Channel 253 members only podcast

Larry Seaquist, the challenger to the incumbent in the Pierce County Executive 2020 election race answers Melannie and Audrey’s question – “Are you anti-racist?” As of the time of this taping, incumbent Bruce Dammeier and his campaign has not responded to the Sister’s request for an interview. Links Larry Seaquist for Pierce County Executive Channel 253 membership Off the Record – a Ch...

So much has happened in America over the past few months that show a clear shift in what we knew as “America” as recently as the beginning of the year. The Cunningham sisters talk about current events in the United States that are indicative of the change that is in the air. They also discuss the race for Pierce County Executive in the “253” and the need to pay attention. Links Pierce Co. employee...

Sisters Melannie and Audrey talk about the first step in changing the narrative of combating systemic racism. Everyone can participate…..or not. Links People’s Gathering Channel 253 membership

Listen as the sisters return from Racial Battle Fatigue to discuss their perspectives on the current racial climate and the rest, remainder and residue that goes with it. Links Southwest of Salem Channel 253 membership

This episode the sisters speak with former Tacoma Mayor Marilyn Strickland about her journey in politics and her current campaign seeking a seat in the United States Congress. Recorded May 23, 2020

The Pierce County Medical Examiner released a report this week that Manuel Ellis (a Black man) died on March 3 of respiratory arrest due to hypoxia caused by physical restraint. The persons causing the death of Manuel Ellis were Tacoma Police officers. The Cunningham Sisters continue the conversation about the value of Black Lives and the role white people play in creating the cure for the racism...

The Cunningham Sisters draw the line in the sand with white people. You’re either anti-racist or you’re not. There is no middle ground. What Say U white people? This episode centers on the police brutality and protests the US has witnessed over the last several days. Links South Sound Antiracist Project White Accomplices Antiracist resources Ask Yourself Channel 253 membership

Inspired by the 1999 film starring Michelle Pfeiffer and Harrison Ford titled: What Lies Beneath, the Cunningham Sisters engage in real talk over “what people show you as self is not always truth.” Links Channel 253 membership

The sisters dig into some real talk about what it’s like to date when you’re over 50. Links Channel 253 membership

The sisters talk about Melannie’s visit to Africa. Links Channel 253 membership

The sisters talk about what all of us are talking about—the coronavirus and its effects on our community and our lives. Links Channel 253 membership

Melannie discusses with Audrey her upcoming trip to the African continent and what the experience is like living while Black outside of America. www.africabound2020.com Channel 253 membership

Melannie and Audrey unpack Gail King’s interview with Lisa Leslie about Kobe Bryant and the outrage that ensued plus other instances of human pollution. Lisa Leslie on Kobe Bryant Channel 253 membership

The sisters dig into an essential question: where is the love? Links Channel 253 membership

Last month, the sisters were joined by the filmmakers behind the Peace Queen documentary for a special showing of the half-hour film at the Grand Cinema. This podcast is the recorded discussion after the film and includes some excerpts of the film for context. Enjoy! Links Peace Queen Documentary Channel 253 membership

The sisters discuss how everyday human interactions can contribute to the positive or negative condition of humanity.

The sisters chat with Jalean Peek, Melannie’s granddaughter and Audrey’s great niece who is 12 years old. They discuss a variety of topics on how a tween navigates the world. Links Southern Anti-Racist Project Channel 253 membership

The sisters dive into a bunch of topics, including the Peace Queen Documentary to be broadcast on KTBC, the black beauty shop experience, potluck etiquette, Kwanza/Christmas, and Census 2020. Links 253 Peace Queen Channel 253 membership

Who gets to say the N Word? The sisters discuss. Links Channel 253 membership

The sisters talk about the Tacoma Peace Prize and the Nobel Peace Prize. Links Tacoma Peace Queen goes to the Nobel Peace Prize Ceremony Channel 253 membership

The sisters discuss situations where white people call the police on black people and offer recommendations on how the situation can be avoided. Links  Channel 253 membership