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Finding James Baldwin: The Magpie Years. (Podcast Hosted by Aldo B. Martin & Dr. Frank Leon Roberts)Podcasting As Public Scholarship: Live @Amherst CollegeThis episode is a live recording of the special event “Podcasting as Public Scholarship: Finding James Baldwin with Aldo B. Martin and Frank Leon Roberts,” recorded at Amherst College in September 2023. Interviewed by Dr. Christopher Grobe, the Director for the Center for Humanistic Inquiry at Amherst, this episode sheds light on Martin and Roberts’s motivations for creating the podcast Finding James Baldwin; their thoughts on the value of podcasting as a form of “public scholarship,” and their assessment of the unique role that The Magpie played in shaping Baldwin’s approach to the craft of writing. If you've enjo...2023-09-2259 minFinding James Baldwin: The Magpie Years. (Podcast Hosted by Aldo B. Martin & Dr. Frank Leon Roberts)Chapter 9 - Youth (notes on Uncle Jimmy)As they discuss James Baldwin's poem, "Youth," Aldo and Dr. Roberts bring up the importance of music in the literary world of James Baldwin. Dr. Roberts argues that one of Baldwin's literary themes is taking care of and providing counsel to young people. Dr. Roberts discusses how some elements of "The Fire Next Time" has some of the same elements as "Youth." Aldo suggests that some of Baldwin's latter poems depict a departure from the stance held in "Youth." After acknowledging Baldwin's symbolic role as "Uncle Jimmy," Aldo and Dr. Roberts discuss the first time that they themselves were referr...2023-09-1324 min
Aldo B. Martin Presents: The ReclamationThe Letter RevisitedIn February 2003, the Henry Kriete Letter was released. He titled it "Honest to God." The letter's impact was immediate. Aldo has always wondered why the letter had such an impact. "Honest to God" was not the first time that criticisms of the church were penned, published, and distributed. However, those writings did not have the same impact that the letter did. Why? Aldo concludes that the reason for the immediate impact of the letter was due to "our level of indoctrination." Aldo asserts that had Henry Kriete not been a standing evangelist with the organization, his letter would not have had...2023-02-0449 min
Aldo B. Martin Presents: The ReclamationThe London Working Group MinutesShortly before the release of Henry Kriete's letter in early 2003, the London Church of Christ experienced an upheaval. The members of the London Church of Christ spoke up and against the systemic failures of their congregation. As a result, members of the London Church of Christ formed a "Working Group." The "Working Group" was comprised of paid staff members and unpaid members of their church. They were tasked with addressing the issues of the church and to create a path moving forward. As these meetings took place, notes, or minutes, were taken at these meetings. Elena and Aldo got a hold...2023-01-2933 min
Aldo B. Martin Presents: The ReclamationThe Discipling DilemmaThe "Discipling Dilemma" by Dr. Flavil Yeakley Jr, is at the crux of season 3. Christina, Chris T, Jenn, and Matthew met with Aldo to discuss their views on the book. The five of them all joined the church in different years. In addition they also represent different parts of the church; London 1988, North Carolina 1990, New York City 1995 and 2000, Los Angeles 2001. Some of the topics raised in the book and discussed on this episode:- The ICOC resembling a multi level marketing system.- "The Discipling Dilemma" finding good qualities in the ICOC- Members conf...2023-01-2253 min
Aldo B. Martin Presents: The ReclamationWomen's DayToday, Elena and Christina take the wheel and speak with Tina. Tina joined the London Church of Christ in 1985. The three of them discuss the church's annual event called "Women's Day." The trio discuss the differences and similarities between the "Women's Day" events in New York City and in London. Tina also discusses her conversion as the creation of a family and a series of sermons cassette tapes is what helped to convert her. Tina also discusses joining a mission team to Lagos, Nigeria. She tells us what is was like to join and be a part of a mission...2023-01-081h 10
Aldo B. Martin Presents: The ReclamationRegardless of TimeAs we recap the previous set of episodes, Elena tells us about her experience as a member of the teen ministry. She explains some of the positive and negative moments of that time in her life. She then asks Aldo on what his experience on doing this podcast has been like for the past 12 months. Support the showStay updated on Aldo's current and future projects by signing up for his NewsletterOther Podcasts by Aldo B. Martin:Finding James Baldwin: The Magpie YearsJammin' on the One The Fatherhood Project ...2022-11-0924 min
Aldo B. Martin Presents: The ReclamationSue Condon's Diary (pt II)Christina and Aldo continue their discussion around Sue Condon's Diary. Christina shares how her views on the church have changed from the beginning of appearing on the podcast, up until now. Although the document was written many years ago, and from the perspective of one person, some of its' elements apply and seem to give validity to the experiences of many other former members. Support the showStay updated on Aldo's current and future projects by signing up for his NewsletterOther Podcasts by Aldo B. Martin:Finding James Baldwin: The Magpie Years2022-10-1923 min
Aldo B. Martin Presents: The ReclamationSue Condon's Diary (pt 1)Christina and Aldo sit down and discuss Sue Condon's Diary: The Emperor's New Clothes. This document, amongst others, pertains to the Boston Movement, also known as The International Church of Christ. Mrs. Condon writes this document through the eyes and experience of one who was a leader within the organization. Mrs. Codon writes about the effect that the organization had on her and her family. Aldo and Christina discuss this document as well as a few minor details pertaining to UNO and pop trivia. Support the showStay updated on Aldo's current and future projects...2022-10-1620 min
Aldo B. Martin Presents: The ReclamationEpisode 100In this episode, Elena from 3B shares her thoughts on our conversations with Mr. Norton, Gene Vinzant, James Lloyd, and El. Aldo might even say a word or two...Support the showStay updated on Aldo's current and future projects by signing up for his NewsletterOther Podcasts by Aldo B. Martin:Finding James Baldwin: The Magpie YearsJammin' on the One The Fatherhood Project YALD. The PodcastSo...Tell Me About Your PodcastTo get in touch with Aldo, you can find him on Twitter, Instagram, o...2022-10-0728 min
Aldo B. Martin Presents: The Reclamation"Absolute Submission"Today we are joined by Mr. Howard W. Norton. Mr. Norton is one of the authors of "The Discipling Dilemma." Mr. Norton worked closely with Dr. Flavil Yeakley, Don Vinzant, and Gene Vinzant to put this project together. Although Mr. Norton has never been a member of the ICOC, he has been a member of the traditional Church of Christ for about 70 years. He sits down with us and offers us some insight to the creation of the book. "The Discipling Dilemma" was published in 1988. This book is a serious, documented study that analyzes the discipling movement objecti...2022-09-1119 min
Aldo B. Martin Presents: The Reclamation"Spirituality vs. Personality"Christina from season 1 joins us as one our co-hosts this season. Our discussion begins with a comparison between two words: spirituality and personality. Was the church led by an ethos that was based off of spirituality or personality? Was one's good standing with the church based off of spirituality or personality? Was the status of one's relationship with God based off of spirituality or personality? Join Aldo and Christina as they discuss these concepts, persecution, yellow pants, and more. Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/405397444821662/Support the showStay updated on Aldo...2022-09-0732 min