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Gotta B MeWhat Jane Elliot’s Blue Eyed/Brown Eyed Experiment is Still Teaching UsIn this episode, we dive into Jane Elliott’s groundbreaking “Blue Eyes/Brown Eyes” experiment and the profound effect it had on the children and young adults who experienced it. What began as a classroom exercise became a powerful demonstration of how quickly people can internalize superiority or inferiority based on arbitrary traits. We explore how this social experiment exposed the raw truth about prejudice, privilege, and the ease with which society builds—and believes in—destructive constructs.2025-07-2923 min
Gotta B MeMeet Our Uncle/Funcle/MuncleIn this heartfelt episode, we sit down with our Uncle Muncle as he reflects on growing up as the youngest of three brothers—our dads included—and what it meant to find his voice and calling among two larger-than-life overachievers. We also explore a deeper conversation on the tension in the Black community between outward confidence and inner self-worth, and how that disconnect impacts our ability to build, sustain, and access resources. It’s personal, powerful, and deeply necessary.2025-07-2950 min
Gotta B MeIs Talking about Black History Complaining?In this episode, we challenge the misconception that acknowledging our history means adopting a victim mentality. We unpack why telling the truth about the past—through the correct narrative—is not weakness, but a vital step toward healing, identity, and progress. It’s not about blame; it’s about clarity, context, and reclaiming our story.2025-07-2126 min
Gotta B MeMeet Brothers #3: Jesse and Isaac Tell It AllIn this episode, we’re joined by two of our youngest brothers, Isaac and Jesse—the passionate, rough-and-tumble, competitive duo who love to think deep, speak loud, and lead strong. From hilarious childhood memories to serious reflections on finding their voice as young African American men, we dive into what it means to grow up, speak up, and stand up for the next generation.2025-07-0544 min
Gotta B MeHow Media Fueled a Massacre: Wilmington 1898This episode dives into the Wilmington Massacre of 1898 — when armed white supremacists stormed a thriving Black community, burned it down, and overthrew a legally elected government. It was the only successful coup in U.S. history — and yet, most of us never heard a word about it in school. That’s not by accident. We’re calling out the systems that whitewash history and digging into the truth they don’t want taught. Buckle up — this is the history lesson they never wanted you to hear.Link to the Wilmington Massacre Documentary • American Coup: Wilmington 1898 | Fu...2025-06-2724 min
Gotta B MeBreaking Down Sinners: Here’s What it Meant to Us!In this episode, we girls sit down to unpack the powerful messages and emotional moments from the movie Sinners. We share how it challenged our perspectives, stirred our hearts, and sparked meaningful conversations. Join us as we reflect on what Sinners meant to us—and maybe, what it could mean for you too.2025-06-2649 min
Gotta B MeOur ALECtion StoryIn this episode, we share how we wrote our life stories in just three days—not to impress, but to prove our calling to teach through the transformative process of ALECtion. More than a clever play on “the chosen one,” ALEC stands for Acknowledgment, Love, Engagement, and Cultivation. Join us as we break down each step, reflect on our breakthroughs, and motivate you to step into your own chosen path.2025-06-1619 min
Gotta B MeMeet our Auntie: The Woman Behind NegasiIn this heartfelt episode, we sit down with our Auntie as she shares the powerful story behind founding her business, Negasi. Through deep personal loss, a path of healing, and an unwavering hope for the future, she transformed pain into potential and purpose. Tune in to hear how resilience, faith, and vision led to the birth of a brand rooted in legacy and love, and oh so much food.2025-05-2734 min
Gotta B MeWomen on a Mission: Real Experiences & LessonsIn this episode, we dive into the transformative value of leaving your comfort zone as a young person and stepping into the world. We explore the impact of working abroad, immersing yourself in new cultures, and experiencing life through the lens of others. Whether you go to be of service or simply to expand your life experience, you’ll often find that you’re the one who grows the most. From expanding your worldview to challenging your assumptions, this conversation unpacks how foreign experiences can shape your identity, relationships, and sense of purpose.2025-05-2333 min
Gotta B MeWe Went to Bootcamp!Join us three girls as we spill all the wild, hilarious, and life-changing moments from our intense 3-week boot camp! From sweat and struggle to growth and grit, we’re sharing the real, unfiltered journey—because every crazy minute was absolutely worth it.2025-05-1333 min
Gotta B MeCan I Testify?!In this episode, we dive into the importance of stepping out in faith and boldly running with the blessings God has bestowed on us from day to day. Not surprisingly, we got pretty animated and passionate about our respective stories 😁, but at least you know we mean it. We would love if you felt free to share your testimony, inspiring others, and reminding us all that our journeys—no matter how different—can be powerful tools of encouragement and hope.2025-05-0917 min
Gotta B MeThe Next Chapter of Gotta B ThreeIn this heartfelt episode, Gotta B Three — Sophia, Payton, and Camille — break down each other’s personalities and look back on the wild, emotional, and unforgettable ride of the past few years. From tears to laughter, this conversation dives deep into the bonds of family, growth, and the stories that shaped them. Expect raw emotion, inside jokes, and moments that’ll make you feel like you’ve known them forever.2025-04-2935 min
Gotta B MeThe Necessity of ConflictIn this episode, we dive into the uncomfortable but essential truth: conflict is necessary for progress, for honesty, and for resolution. But in many spaces—especially ones shaped by white supremacy—conflict is seen as dangerous, divisive, or even unnecessary. We explore how the fear of conflict is not just personal discomfort but a systemic tool to maintain control, silence dissent, and uphold the status quo. We break down how running from conflict is a subtle yet powerful manifestation of white supremacy culture—and what it looks like to choose the harder path of truth, discomfort, and real change.2025-04-2119 min
Gotta B MeMeet Sophia’s Future Husband!In this episode, we meet Sophia’s fiancé and discover what makes him the one. Sophia opens up about her journey to love, why she chose him, and how they plan to navigate the beauty and complexity of marriage. From preserving her cultural identity to building bridges in her community, she shares how love, faith, and purpose intertwine in their story.2025-04-1446 min
Gotta B MeIdentity: Christian, Black, White, or Family - What Comes First?We’re talking identity—what it means to be Christian first, African American second, and part of a family third. In that order. This podcast is all about real talk on faith, culture, and the everyday balance of staying grounded in who we are and whose we are.2025-04-0831 min
Gotta B MeDid Homeschooling Help or Hurt Us?In this episode, we dive into the pros and cons of private schooling versus public education. From class sizes and curriculum flexibility to social experiences and various diversities in concepts, we break down how each system shapes students’ learning and their present and future opportunities.2025-04-0415 min
Gotta B MeMarriage Without Dating???In this episode-“Marriage Without Dating”-we explore cultures, beliefs, and personal convictions behind skipping dating and going straight to courtship and marriage. Is it risky or rewarding? Let’s dive in.2025-03-3115 min
Gotta B MeAddressing Mixed Heritage & Black IdentityConversations about mixed heritage and Black identity are never simple, and we’re not here to pretend we have all the answers. We may not have said everything perfectly. We didn’t say everything we wanted to say. But that’s the whole point—we’re here to talk, to articulate, to learn.We are Black. Full stop. Our “mixed” heritage isn’t outside of Blackness—it’s held within it. Blackness is broad and expansive and we exist fully within it. We are young, gifted, and Black, and we’re in constant motion—growing, progressing, and engaging with ourselves and each other...2025-03-1825 min
Gotta B MeRehashing the “Who is Black” SkitSome people claim we’re not African American because of our hair type or skin color—but history and identity aren’t that simple. In this episode, we discuss the misconceptions, challenge the gatekeeping, offer our personal views on what it really means to be African American.2025-03-1236 min
Gotta B MeMeet Brothers #2: Pressures of Hip Hop and Negative ImageryJoin us as our little brothers open up about the powerful influence of hip-hop culture on their lives—the good, the bad, and the struggles in between. From the music to the mindset, they discuss how they navigate its impact, challenge negative narratives, and fight to create radical peer pressure.2025-03-0438 min
Gotta B MeWho and What Is Black: A Skit by RealBlackExcellence from CTS ProgramTo all those who have made themselves a willing participant in "The Struggle" by stitching, commenting, reposting, and sharing our recent viral black girl magic video, we want to sincerely thank you for your interaction and part in making sure our video reached millions. Our response written, by Apostle Stephen Hargrave, is entitled "What is Black?" addressing who is black, how did the African American nation come to be, why is there confusion and contempt within the black community, and how we can unite as a people to reconcile this all under God. Please take a moment to listen...2025-02-2617 min
Gotta B MeWhy We Dress Like This...AGAINWhy are we releasing another episode on why we dress this way…again???Why are people still asking? What impact does our dress have on the rest of the world? Does it have any impact at all? Is the way we dress an unspoken statement? Are we trying to make a statement by the way we dress?All valid questions that we can find the answers to on the inside. See you there! ✌🏽❤️🪮2025-02-2521 min
Gotta B MeHalftime Reaction: Kendrick is a PROPHETSpecial episode coming out today! Tune in to Apostle Randall Hargrave explain his sentiments and express the lingering effects of the Half Time show with Kendrick Lamar! Let us know how you feel in the comments. See you on the inside! ✌🏽❤️🪮2025-02-211h 01
Gotta B MeIntro To RevelationHere is the link for more Revelation content dropping on February 22!https://youtu.be/rT9Pjf3NCUY2025-02-1913 min
Gotta B MeWhy Do People Resist Leadership? (Autonomy vs. Authority)This podcast explores the biblical pattern of leadership, the role of apostles and prophets as our foundation, and the watchmen who see what we often fail to acknowledge. Truth dwells in men, and our leaders speak for and through us—ask yourself- “Why does that bother me?” Join us as we challenge the illusion of independence and embrace the structure God designed.2025-02-1033 min
Gotta B MeThe Power of Prophetic PerspectiveIn this episode, we explore why speaking from a prophetic standpoint is essential and how prophecy is more than just foretelling the future—it’s our spiritual livelihood. Prophetic insight shapes our understanding, aligns us with divine purpose, and calls us to action in times of uncertainty. We’ll discuss the responsibility of prophetic voices, the impact of truth told through a prophetic perspective, and how living prophetically empowers us to navigate life with clarity and conviction. Tune in as we uncover why understanding prophecy isn’t optional—it’s vital.2025-02-0316 min
Gotta B MeMilitant Christian Youth2025-01-2817 min
Gotta B MeThe Women in Leadership Debate With Judge SmithIn this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with the insightful and dynamic Judge Smith to discuss the evolving role of women in leadership. Together, we explore the challenges and triumphs women face in rising to positions of power and influence, the societal expectations they navigate, and the resilience required to break barriers. Join us for a candid, empowering conversation that blends history, prophecy, law, and leadership, forcing us to take a closer look at what it means to pioneer a path forward for present day women.2025-01-2848 min
Gotta B MeReal Talk With High School Friends About Growing Up Black In The ChurchThey go by Jael and Dooty! Two beautiful, down to earth, queens with a desire to share their young minds, learn new perspectives, and make a difference in the world. Join us as we get down to business discussing the good, the bad, and the ugly side of life. See you in the comments ❤️✌🏽🪮2025-01-1525 min
Gotta B MeDoes Our Clothing Give White Supremacy??We’re so honored to host one of our very own role models, teachers, counselors, friends, and singers extraordinaire, Sis. Roz Sims! For many years she’s been a faithful pillar in the community and proudly wears the crown of wisdom. One hour in her presence will yield you years of guidance. We hope you enjoy this episode as we explore the role of women within the body of Christ and the meaning behind our style of clothing. ✌🏽❤️🪮2025-01-0831 min
Gotta B MeOur Hair and Skin Routine2024-12-0327 min
Gotta B MeMeet Brother #1: Jam session with SimonExcited to release our next episode this weekend starring Simon Benion our big little brother!
Simon is a music junkie, critical thinker, emotionally complex, artistic, and definite middle child. We really enjoyed filming this episode with him and look forward to hosting our other siblings if we get enough comments asking them on✌🏽❤️🪮2024-12-0241 min
Gotta B MeOur Perspective on the Election and VotingWhat do we think about the elections outcome? Is there an existing balanced perspective concerning politics that is available for us to ascribe to or must we decide for ourselves? Who is actually running the country now? Who will be running the country when Mr. Trump is in office? Tune in to discover our perspective and who we voted for…or if we voted at all. ✌🏽❤️🪮2024-11-1823 min
Gotta B MeWhy Are Young Women Leaving the Church?2024-11-1819 min
Gotta B MeGeneration Gaps, Victim Mentality, & Conscious CommunitiesAnd finally! Giving the floor to Bro. Rob and Bro. Devin, both Real Black Excellence activists in the community! We had an amazing time conversing with these wise and seasoned brothers and hope you enjoy this episode as much as we do!2024-11-0259 min
Gotta B MeCandace Owens, Systemic Racism & the Black CommunityIf we could talk to Candace Owens face to face, these would be the questions we would ask her. As a highly intelligent, educated, and outspoken woman, Mrs. Owens has the ability to outtalk and outwit many a opponent. But is she right about everything? Is it possible that just because you have some truth, doesn't mean you have THE truth?2024-10-2822 min
Gotta B MeOur Hair JourneySmall peak into our hair journey! For the real ones on our channel interested in knowing more about our hair care routine, here’s a short episode discussing our journey to hair love. ✌🏽❤️🪮2024-10-2224 min
Gotta B MeIs There Systemic Racism?More convos with Bro. Steph! We’ll never get tired of soaking in the knowledge he so graciously allows us to glean from just speaking with him for short periods of time! Enjoy this half hour peak into more in depth discussions on systemic racism, black people as world influencers, and terms like “mixed, multi-ethnic, and biracial.”2024-10-1435 min
Gotta B MeOur Conversion StoryCome with us as we delve into the powerful stories of how we got saved! We reflect on our journeys of faith, growing up in the church, and what it was like to be saved at a young age. We are excited about this episode and look forward to sharing our experiences with you! We also have your favorite guest on the show, the one and only beloved and beautiful Camille🥳2024-10-0937 min
Gotta B MeCancel Culture: Abuse or AccountabilityIn times when the voice of truth is silenced and the voice of deception is permitted to speak, what should be done? Who should be the deciding factor in freedom of speech and opinion? Should it be one person? Should it be the government? Should it be Church? Join us this weekend as we discuss the pros and cons of cancel culture and whether or not it is beneficial for our society to enforce it. See you on the inside ✌🏽❤️🪮2024-10-0313 min
Gotta B MeWhere Religion, Politics, and Racism MeetWe’re so excited to be hosting Bro. Steph once again as well as his brother, Bro. Randall! Stick around to get the full context and burden of these outstanding visionaries!
Are we democratic, republican, or neither? Does it matter?
Who will be more beneficial for the black community Mrs. Kamala or Mr. Trump? Why would one be more beneficial than the other? Why do we care? Why should we care?
Join us for a short discussion on current and past politics through a prophetic angle.
As neither republicans nor democrats we believe we have a unique outlook on po...2024-09-301h 26
Gotta B MeDiscussing Elections & Black Exodus with Revolutionary Activist Stephen HargraveAnd finally, the one and only, charismatic apostle, preacher, author, orator extraordinaire, friend, counselor, support and comfort, master builder and influencer of thought patterns, and ultimate reconciler of chronic quandaries, Bro. Stephen Hargrave!
Friends, family, loyal fans, and new listeners, we are so proud to have been gifted with the honor of hosting Bro. Steph on our podcast! You’ll want to stick around for the duration of this episode as Bro. Steph takes you on a fast pace journey about controversial politics, to its connection to slavery, to black church, Uncle Toms, racism within churches, and much, much mo...2024-09-161h 33
Gotta B MeAre You Actually in a CULT?!?Another guest on the show! We’re so excited to host Teresa Carter-mother, counselor, professional hair dresser, and all around amazing woman! In this episode we binge talk on so many issues😅 From “cultish beliefs” to the loss of chivalry in society, and much more!
Sit back and enjoy! ❤️✌🏽🪮2024-09-0939 min
Gotta B MePurity Culture: Good or Bad?Welcome back everyone! Join us for a short discussion on Purity Culture and whether or not it applies to us. Are we a part of this belief system? Do we ascribe to its implications?
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Gotta B MeThe Willie Lynch Letter: America's Guidelines to Making a SlaveTo all our faithful listeners and subscribers, we’re extremely excited for upcoming episode this weekend. (Not as excited as we would be if we had a guest speaker😉)but the subject about which we will be speaking is one we are very passionate about learning and talking more about.
Though believed by many to be written in hindsight and a hoax, and regardless of the fact that it very well may be, the Willie Lynch Letter still poses an interesting point of view for the making and maintenance of a slave. Whether or not this is a legitimate instr...2024-08-2421 min
Gotta B MeOur Favorite FoodsWell, this is what happens when it’s time to record but you’re mad hungry and in love with food. If you’re not a true fan, you may want to go forth, flee, elope, run, or just leave. But to all who truly love us, we love you back and are excited to share with you the extent of the joy and love of our lives…FOOD!2024-08-2116 min
Gotta B MeMental Coercion vs Physical CoercionChapter 4 of Hustlin' Backward! Maybe by this time your convinced to invest in the forwarding your intellect by purchasing a copy of Hustlin' Backward. But if not, there will be more to come. So buy a copy or listen to every episode containing a summary of it's impact on us!2024-08-1314 min
Gotta B MeChildren, Phones, and Social MediaGuess how old we were when we got phones…nope you’re not even close! Growing up, we were blessed with parents who realized the negative affect social media would have on our young minds. We were able to learn the plethora of diverse education that we could obtain through good books instead of social media. Now that we do have phones, it becomes increasingly apparent to us that we would in no ways be who we are today if we had owned one as children.2024-08-0412 min
Gotta B MeMoney and ManipulationChapter 3 of Hustlin Backwards- “Gaining Consent Through Manipulation”
Another episode in our series of the essential read, Hustlin Backwards. Join us, and be prepared to not be able to resist the urge to purchase a copy in the link below!😉
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Gotta B MeResponse To Interracial Marriage CommentsTo all our faithful listeners and also to those who have viewed our most popular short at the moment: as many of you know, it is quite difficult to answer each comment individually, so to save time and resources, we made a short video responding to some of the most common comments from the short “I would NEVER date a back woman!” We hope this helps clear up a few things, but as always, feel free to comment if this does not help or send a peace sign ✌🏽 if it does. Thank you all so much for your feedback and inter...2024-07-2413 min
Gotta B MeWe Have Been MIS-EDUCATED!Chapter 2 of Hustlin' Backward - “Recovery Needed from our Miseducation”
Another episode in our series of the essential read, Hustlin' Backward. Join us, and be prepared to comment 😉
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Gotta B MeMeet Our Jewish Grandmother: 60's Riots, Hippie Movement & MoreMeet Gigi! Sophia’s grandmother, the picture of Jewish motherhood herself 😉 You’re going to need some tea and crumpets as you kickback and enjoy our conversation with Gigi, covering her experiences growing up in the 50s and 60s, living through the Civil Rights movement, and how these shaped her life. History never grows old, so enjoy our journey as we travel back in time and make these old experiences new.2024-07-0854 min
Gotta B MeThoughts on Interracial MarriageAnother episode with the three of us! If you can get past our messin’ around footage, you’ll enjoy this next episode as we bring to you a conversation, controversial to many, on interracial marriage, from a mixed child’s point of view. As we have stated before, we have much to learn, but this is all of the learning process, so feel free to add anything your heart desires in the comment section. We enjoy going through and reading and learning from you all, even if we can’t always reply immediately. Sit back and enjoy! ✌🏽❤️🪮2024-07-0728 min
Gotta B MeComparing Oppression Causes MORE OppressionJoin us for Part 2 of our Hustlin Backwards series!
In today’s podcast you’ll be able to get a bigger peek into the treasures that this book contains, stimulating your mind to want to soak in all the information that it has to offer. There is no possible way that we could fully delve into the depths of what this book means to all, but we can give you a taste of what it means to us and how it changed our lives.
Chapter 1 opens with “Oppressive Comparisons” - now you know that’s a good title! 😉2024-07-0721 min
Gotta B MeOur Cousin Dr. Breland on Equity in EducationWe’re so excited to be hosting our very own cousin, Doctor Tonya Breland, or as we call her, cousin Toy! Carrying with her the aura of professionalism, Dr. Breland exudes top notch educational knowledge and enablement. Since she was a child, she knew she would be a teacher and she rapidly climbed the educational ladder from teacher, assistant principal, principal, to now entrepreneur. She owns a consulting business called Teso which provides services and training for teachers, enabling them to implement equitable practices throughout schools.2024-06-151h 17
Gotta B MeHustlin' Backward: How it Changed our Lives!Introducing the very book that inspired so many of our discussions and passions! Check out “Hustlin' Backward - Regressive Progression - This is the story of freedom...Captured”
We’ll drop a link below👇🏽 for those of you interested in owning your own copy. You won’t be disappointed!2024-06-0810 min
Gotta B MeAn Artist's View on Mental HealthWe are extremely excited to share this weekends podcast with you featuring Robert Ewing or as some call him, Lil Rob!
As a critical thinker, writer, producer, and cinematographer, Robert Ewing carries the full load of one passionate to reach out to many, starting in his own community and eventually reaching all over the world! Robert shares his unique journey to mental health as a young black man, and offers solidarity with many others who may also be facing the struggles of finding mental serenity. Check out some of his creative films of all sorts in the links below...2024-06-0144 min
Gotta B MeRoots: How it Changed Our Lives!Excited to release to you another episode on a book that changed and helped shape our lives.
If you haven’t read it you may want to reconsider your existence and immediately lay aside all other distractions until you have taken the life changing journey of exploring “Roots”!2024-05-2509 min
Gotta B MeAnti-Denominationalism Because…Anti-RacismGotta B Me brings to you an exhaustive episode about our church history, who we are, and why we do the things we do, starring Bro. Addison Everett, passionate about sharing the love and truth he himself has been a recipient of! The drive and necessity to ‘be me’ compels us to share the unique journey of our lives and where we are now. 2024-05-2459 min
Gotta B MeShould Everyone Go To College?Small talk about our various college experiences so far, how it’s impacted us and how it may shape us in the future- what are your thoughts concerning continued education, and the stereotypes placed on non college attendees?2024-05-2309 min
Gotta B MeMeet Our Dads: Sports, Thoughts on Education & MoreThis week is especially exciting to us as we finally have the immense privilege to act as hostess for our dads as they present themselves on our podcast 😄.
Kick back and get comfortable as you enjoy the journey through the inspiring upbringing and lives of Ernest and Byron Benion. Sports, education, and more - meet the Dads! 🤟🏽2024-05-041h 35
Gotta B MeThe Party Ain’t Worth It People!This weekend brings an exciting episode about the lives of two beautiful young women, Anye'a and Samanda. They share the story of their harrowing journey of deliverance from a life that would surely have led them farther and farther away from a close relationship with God. We uphold one another as we move forward through the eventful journey of life, striving for the prize.2024-04-2852 min
Gotta B MeGotta B Three! (Triplet Vibes)We hope you are as excited to finally get to know the third person of our trinity as we are to present her in this week's episode. Meet Sophia's very own twin Camille! (Pause for applause...applause acknowledged and accepted)
Sophia and Camille were born just minutes apart almost exactly 22 years ago. Camille had several birth complications that affected her for the first few years of her life, rendering her the runt of the 'litter' taking longer to develop the highly advanced social skills that Sophia so rapidly developed and wisely used to create this enjoyable podcast! ...2024-04-1919 min
Gotta B MeCelebrating Our Progress (7 months)Seven months behind us and many more to go! Celebrate with us as we reflect on our successes and lessons learned so far on our podcast journey! A big thank you to all our fans for your support, love, and prayers. We most assuredly could have never done it without your faithful presence and interaction. ✌🏽❤️🪮2024-04-1415 min
Gotta B MeTransformation! How Community Saved Me From AddictionWe welcome Bro. John Matthew as he shares a harrowing story of his journey to redemption. Even while recklessly living out his life, there was a higher power watching, protecting, and waiting to bring him to a brighter day. Bro. John Matthew is a valiant young man with a passionate burden to help rescue others in need.2024-04-0632 min
Gotta B MeOur Bookshelf TourWe are really excited about this weeks episode as we explore the hidden treasures of our bookshelf. One can learn a lot about a person just by knowing what they read and the information they are privy to. We hope you enjoy this virtual tour as much as we enjoyed giving it!2024-04-0413 min
Gotta B MeFrom Podcasting to Teaching: Getting to Know the Real UsOur episode this weekend is for the for real fans ‘cause this is a little of the nitty gritty details of our regular rhythm of life. We talk about some of our experiences teaching, the struggles we face from day to day, and what we think needs to happen to fix them. Let us know if you agree or disagree. Hope you enjoy as much as we enjoyed recording. Peace ✌🏽2024-04-0315 min
Gotta B MeOnlyFans: The Other Side of FeminismOur discussion on feminism continues today with Sister Elizabeth Oppel! Last time she was with us, we discussed the history of the movement and what true feminism looks like. Today we’re discussing how society has shaped women’s ideas of equality and freedom, until that freedom of “we have the right to vote and the right to own property” has become, whether through OnlyFans, or through Hollywood’s portrayals of relationships, or through other ways, “we are empowered through the right to sell our bodies to the world.” But is that power, and is that freedom, or does that take some...2024-03-0930 min
Gotta B MeBlack in the BibleStained glass, mother Mary, crosses, and a white, blond haired, blue eyed Jesus…can the portrayal of this type of Christianity be all inclusive? Can it be inclusive at all? Why is Jesus almost always depicted as a white man?
This is no accident, but rather a deliberate attempt to white wash Christianity and hijack the very origins from which it stems. Some believe that Christianity is a white man’s religion and that to be black and Christian is traitorous and naive. This is only because black people have always been involved in the unadulterated militant Christianity that exis...2024-03-0312 min
Gotta B MeThe Importance of Positive Black RepresentationWelcome back to Gotta b Me everyone! We’re so honored to be hosting Sasha King, beautiful wife, mother of five, and founder/director of Concrete Rose 🌹. Concrete Rose is a non profit organization for black youth working to further their education through the knowledge of their history, volunteering for community aid, and learning to work together to accomplish their dreams. Sis. Sasha is passionate about the importance of black representation and the negative effect the lack of such can procure. There is no limits to the possibilities of the futures of black youth when they are able to see, f...2024-02-2422 min
Gotta B MeAutobiography of Malcolm X: How It Changed Our Lives!We’re back with another book that changed our lives and perspective! History textbooks never offer the whole picture, and sometimes they paint the picture with such a slant that heroes turn into villains and villains into heroes. And what we got from our history textbooks was not what we got through the autobiography. He was powerful and prophetic, and that pride that he was able to instill in those who listened to him then can still be felt by us!2024-02-2011 min
Gotta B MeHair Journey, Motherhood and More: Real Talk With Denise EwingJoin us this week for an exciting episode welcoming Denise Ewing, a beautiful, strong, and unapologetic black woman, willing and ready to voice her opinions and speak truth! Sister Denise shares her passion for self care through an educated knowledge of a healthy lifestyle, featuring a deep and natural connection to nature and an unashamed appreciation for ones self and the significance of their culture and history. Good health, energy, and satisfaction is in the future of those that can live as she does.2024-02-1419 min
Gotta B MeBlack Representation in Media & LiteratureWith today’s guest, Sister Kennedi Ford, who has her degree in English with Creative Emphasis, we discuss the lack of African American authors in classic literature and the portrayal of African Americans in various facets of entertainment. While it’s true that African Americans are being given roles to play in movies, so many of those roles are not “our story.” Sister Kennedi hopes that her writing will help shape others’ view of American literature, and be able to show readers that African Americans are the main characters of their story.2024-02-0322 min
Gotta B MeBlack History From Them To Us: Real Talk With Our Grandparents“Wisdom is justified of her children…”Wondering where we got our charm!? Check out our grandparent's vibe! Not only do they know how to kick back and have fun podcasting but they’ve got the wisdom and actual experience to back their values and opinions. Enjoy this episode as we delve into their history, what shaped their lives, and how that in turn molded us into the women we are today.2024-01-3035 min
Gotta B MeThe Help: How It Changed Our Lives!A small peek into the numerous factors that affected our upbringing is being brought to you today in the form of a short book review. Though perhaps not as exciting as an interview or “hot topic”, we believe it will be a light, enjoyable, and short listen, leaving you in a state desperate to get your hands on “The Help”.2024-01-2110 min
Gotta B MeWhat Happened to Women's Lib: Feminism, Racism, & Human RightsIn this week’s podcast we are discussing the feminism movement, how closely it was tied to the abolitionist movement, what the Bible has to say about feminism, and what true feminism looks like. Feminism is not a deletion of men; true liberation can only come when men lead and the women follow, not following nonchalantly, but following with strength and passion.2024-01-1728 min
Gotta B MeRaising Multiethnic Children & More: Real Talk With Our MomsToday is extra-special, as our mothers have joined us to discuss where and how they were raised, the various influences of religion on their lives, and the joys and challenges of raising -doing the hair of😂-multiethnic children. Some of the facts might be pretty surprising! (Like, for real, how many people grow up in a town where the population is 60 people?)2023-12-1932 min
Gotta B MeWhy Are So Many People Leaving "Church"?Look at a church building these days and you will see droves of people walking, running, sprinting out the door. People are forsaking the assembly left and right. But are they wrong for leaving? The average church has become nothing more than a place to go on Sunday to provide the good feelings people need to enjoy the indulgences of their sin the rest of the week. The masses are awakening to the fact that hypocrisy in most church houses is rampant, and that the answer to their questions and problems of life will not be solved by a...2023-12-1112 min
Gotta B MeCraziest Questions We Get Asked! *no, we're not from Mars*We’re back again, addressing questions and comments about us! Are we ghosts? Hardly. We’re not pilgrims-those went down in history. And we’re pretty sure the uniform isn’t quite right if we’re “The British”. But those associations do give us good laughs sometimes!2023-12-0510 min
Gotta B MeRizz or Rottenness: Gen Z ExposedGenerational identity has always been a topic of interest worthy of discussion and debate. As Gen Zers we personally believe that we are a powerful generation capable of even more than we realize; but how did we come by that empowerment? What has influenced us to think the way we do, decide what our moral codes are, and what cause to rally around? Do we really posses the rizz we wish we had or are we as rotten as people think we are?2023-11-2915 min
Gotta B MeFailing Students or Failing Education System??Who deserves the F? Students? When it’s the whole class of students? Teachers? When so many of them pour their whole heart into what they do and often face push-back for trying their hardest?
Or is it the educational system, that prescribes meds for hyperactivity, and so rarely looks into the life of the child to find out why they can’t settle down? Is it the educational system, that doesn’t involve the whole community in the raising of the child, but leaves it to the overtasked teachers to try to create intellectual citizens out of chaos?2023-11-2810 min
Gotta B MeMakeup? Make up for What?!From advertisements featuring models to celebrities raving about their favorite cosmetic products, women are constantly surrounded by others who keep them evaluating their own looks. It's created a culture that doesn’t remind us that beauty is more than skin deep, a culture that gets us thinking that to be normal, we have to redesign ourselves, even though the God who created us called us perfectly made.2023-11-1507 min
Gotta B MeGen Z MusicOur generation is very conscious and ready for action. But when it comes to music, which so often helps to shape communities, culture, and generations, the bulk of Gen-Z’s music does not reflect the things we feel so passionately about. Why are the top songs mostly empty? Why, amid a surge of awareness, is the majority of our music not touching problems and leading anyone toward answers or solutions? Is this purposeful?2023-11-1411 min
Gotta B MeWho? & What! ARE YOU?We feel like Christianity, put simply, is loving our brother. And that's why to call ourselves Christians without explanation isn't always enough. Crusaders? Slave owners? People have done so much evil under the guise of Christianity. Christianity, to us, means so much more than owning a Bible; it's fighting against racism and division with all our hearts and working to bring God's children together.
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Gotta B MeDating: The Messy ExperimentCaught in a society where commitment is viewed as a beautiful thing but is so rarely a reality, dating is the norm. But is dating anything more than an experiment? How can a woman continue to see her proper value when she’s picked up and discarded over and over? How can a man esteem himself, when he knows after failing in some way, ten other men can replace him? With no vows holding people together, dating is a casual affair that creates too many casualties.
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Gotta B MeWho Gave Sexyy Red a Platform??Has Sexyy Red, drunk on hoe culture, chosen to strip, or has she been stripped? It’s not an accident that she has a voice and is touted as a representation of the community, displacing the voices of the circumspect. With a system that deletes the fathers who should be there saying, “You don’t want that, honey, you want respect,” what goes on display is women who are selling themselves cheap and don’t know why.2023-11-1310 min
Gotta B MeWhat do Women Actually Want?Based on the way we dress, people will often assume that we're oppressed. In this video we delve into the pressing issue of the exploitation of women and the importance of appreciating their unique gifts. We discuss the detrimental effects of objectification and the need for society to recognize and value women for their talents and contributions. We'd like to give a shout-out to S. Elizabeth's sermon on the oppression of women, this video would not have been possible without it.2023-11-1308 min
Gotta B MeIs God a Conservative?As Christians, we do not simply pick the "lesser of two evils," conservatism or liberalism, in hopes that we have ascribed to the side that holds more truth. We ascribe to God's narrative. In God is all truth and unity, and his command for us to love our brother assures us that these polarizing labels cannot be found in him.2023-11-1309 min
Gotta B MeYou Wear THAT in the Summer?Addressing common assumptions made about us based on the way we dress. Instead of being a demonstration of oppression, our clothes are in direct rebellion against what Hollywood dictates, and allow us to show our association with our leaders. 2023-11-1208 min
Gotta B MeIntro to Gotta B MeIn this brief introduction to our podcast we discuss what makes our perspective unique, why we feel you should listen to us, and how Christianity as it's known today may have become somewhat irrelevant.2023-11-1207 min