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Pass The MicGen Z Men Are More Religious Than Women... You Sure About That?In this episode of Pass the Mic, hosts Pastor Tyler Burns and Dr. Jemar Tisby engage in a thought-provoking discussion around the state of the church, the lack of quality journalistic reporting when it comes to religion, and the decentering of women in religious spaces inspired by a recent New York Times article "With Gen Z, Men Are Now More Religious Than Women" Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-10-1434 minPass The MicDiddy and The Conspiracy of SilenceOpen Secrets and the P. Diddy Case: A Christian Perspective on Silence and Accountability In this week's episode of Pass The Mic, hosts Dr. Jemar Tisby and Tyler Burns dive deep into the ongoing Sean "Diddy" Combs case, exploring the complexities of open secrets and the conspiracy of silence that often surrounds influential figures. With thought-provoking commentary, they discuss how similar patterns of silence and protection of power occur within Christian institutions. From addressing how faith communities can become complicit in covering up wrongdoing, to calling for accountability and transparency, Jemar and Tyler challenge listeners to think critically about the...
2024-10-0737 minPass The MicA Summit to Defend Democracy, Mark Robinson, and a Footnotes CrossoverChristians in the United States and around the world have seen their faith in Jesus Christ distorted and leveraged in defense of authoritarian leaders who seek to erode freedoms essential to a thriving democracy. Some Christians enthusiastically praise dictatorial leaders and regimes. This fall, Georgetown University’s Center on Faith and Justice hosted a summit of interfaith leaders with the intention of countering these disturbing trends. The Summit took place on September 19-20 at the new McCourt School of Public Policy building on Georgetown’s Capitol Campus. The summit included the unveiling of a new statement presenting a theologically centered Chri...
2024-09-3040 minPass The MicConfronting MisogynoirOver 7 years later and still relevant... Tyler and Jemar discuss the combination of misogyny and racism directed towards black women (misogynoir). They call themselves and other black men to repent and honor women as God commands. Support this podcast on patreon at www.patreon.com/PassTheMic Episode 178 Original Airdate: Nov 6 2017 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-09-2342 minPass The MicBiracial Identity Formation with Ryan GentryIn this episode, Dr. Jemar Tisby sits down with our video producer Ryan Gentry to discuss his personal journey of biracial identity formation. As someone who grew up in a predominantly 'color blind' environment and later embraced a more nuanced understanding of race, Ryan shares his experiences navigating questions of identity, belonging, and cultural understanding. Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-09-1633 minPass The MicThat Time Tyler Cast Out A DemonIn this thought-provoking episode of Pass The Mic, hosts Pastor Tyler Burns and Dr. Jemar Tisby dive into the transformative power of the Church in today’s society. They explore how the Church offers deliverance in the face of modern struggles and how followers of Jesus are equipped with spiritual authority. With insightful discussion on the role of faith communities, they unpack the significance of the church as a force for good, healing, and justice. Whether you’re a believer seeking deeper faith or curious about the church’s relevance today, this episode challenges and inspires. Learn more about your ad cho...
2024-09-0955 minPass The MicThe Spirit of JusticeDive into the pages of The Spirit of Justice and uncover the enduring power of faith and resistance in the fight for racial equality. Here are key themes and takeaways you'll explore: Historical Resistance: Learn about the brave individuals who stood against racial injustice throughout American history. Faith in Action: See how deeply faith influenced major movements and led to significant changes in society. Inspiration for Today: Draw strength and inspiration from past victories and strategies to fuel current and future activism. Cultural Impact: Understand the role of African American culture in shaping resistance and fostering a legacy of change. Contin...
2024-09-0233 minPass The MicWhite Liberal RacismA few spoilers for the 2023 film American Fiction. Inspired by a recent viewing of American Fiction, Dr. Jemar Tisby is joined with EP Beau York to discuss the pitfalls that progressive white liberals fall into when attempting to separate themselves from racism. American Fiction is a 2023 American comedy-drama film written and directed by Cord Jefferson in his feature directorial debut. Based on the 2001 novel Erasure by Percival Everett, it follows a frustrated novelist-professor who writes an outlandish satire of stereotypical "Black" books, only for it to be mistaken for serious literature and published to high sales and critical praise. The...
2024-08-2639 minPass The MicEvangelicals For HarrisOn Wednesday, August 14, Jemar joined several of our friends and colleagues to speak on the Evangelicals for Harris Zoom call. From the moment the organization announced the event, all the speakers became the victims of online attacks. What does it mean to run from cliches and to truly embrace a 'thick' political theology versus the ingrained 'thin' political theology of evangelical's past? Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-08-1948 minPass The MicRoundtable: The Ferguson Uprisings of 2014Over 10 years later and still relevant... Jemar is joined by Tyler Burns & Michelle Higgins to discuss the events in Ferguson surrounding the killing of Michael Brown, race relations in America, and the role of the church in the midst of injustice. Note: Episode recorded live via Google Hangout on Aug 19, 2014. At that time we experienced a few delays in connection causing some of the sporadic audio issues you hear during this episode. Original Airdate: August 19, 2014 Support this podcast on patreon at www.patreon.com/PassTheMic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-08-1250 minPass The MicMike Brown 10 Years LaterOn August 9, 2014, 18-year-old Michael Brown was shot and killed by police officer Darren Wilson in Ferguson, Missouri, a suburb of St. Louis. Just one year after the murder of Trayvon Martin set off fresh waves of racial unrest throughout the nation and in the church. Fanning the flame started after the acquittal of Trayvon's killer, #BlackLivesMatter became the banner under which the latest movement for Black freedom marched. Tyler and Jemar reflect on 10 years of racial revelations since Brown's death and asses what it all means for attempts at racial justice in the church. Support this podcast at patreon.com...
2024-08-0537 minPass The MicShould Christians Denounce Their Fraternities?In this episode, Dr Jemar Tisby and Pastor Tyler Burns engage in a deep and nuanced discussion on whether Black Christians should denounce their fraternities and sororities. They explore the history, cultural significance, and the spiritual implications of Greek letter organizations within the Black community as well as providing insights into their roles and relevance today amongst modern critique. Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-07-2934 minPass The MicTrump kept his life. Did we lose our souls?In this gripping and thought-provoking episode, Pastor Tyler Burns and Dr. Jemar Tisby delve into the shocking news of an attempted assassination on former President Donald Trump. The hosts explore the political, social, and ethical ramifications of such a significant event in contemporary American history and challenge us to examine where our identity lies? This was a revealing moment for many. Do you claim political identity over Jesus? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-07-2252 minPass The MicA Message From Pastor Tyler BurnsThis Sunday Tyler preached at Rise City Church where he is on staff as Lead Pastor. After worship he sat with the congregation and shared this message. With his permission I've pulled the audio to release here on Pass The Mic. I know many of you are looking to Pass The Mic to help process the events of this past week. That episode is still coming together and will likely be out next week at the earliest. You can find the message as well as the worship service on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HMjCOqAg82I&t=627...
2024-07-1710 minPass The MicLoving Your Swing State NeighborThis week Dr. Jemar Tisby is joined by our video editor and Arrizon native Ryan Gentry to delve into the importance of understanding and engaging with neighbors who may hold different political views, particularly in swing states. In this episode, Ryan and Jemar discuss strategies for fostering dialogue, empathy, and community across political divides. They emphasize the significance of listening and finding common ground to promote unity and constructive conversations. Be sure to check out the episode of the FOOTNOTES with JEMAR TISBY podcast referenced in this week's Pass The Mic: "Loving Your Christian Nationalist Neighbor" - Footnotes with Jemar...
2024-07-1535 minPass The MicGenocide in Gaza"If you are not appalled by what is happening; if you are not shaken to your core – there is something wrong with your humanity. If we, as Christians, are not outraged by this genocide, by the weaponizing of the Bible to justify it, there is something wrong with our Christian witness, and compromising the credibility of the Gospel! If you fail to call this a genocide. It is on you. It is a sin and a darkness you willingly embrace." - Rev. Dr. Munther Isaac Support the Pass The Mic podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad ch...
2024-07-1037 minPass The MicProcessing the Biden Trump DebateAmongst the Supreme Court immunity decision, the presidential debate, and the general state of American politics, Pastor Tyler Burns and Dr. Jemar Tisby discuss the urgency of the moment and the need for a political theology that elevates the flourishing of our neighbors. Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-07-0426 minPass The MicTony Evans, Celebrity Pastors, and the Death of the Mega ChurchEvangelical pastor and radio host Tony Evans cited an unnamed "sin" as he stepped down as senior pastor at Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas, the latest controversy for high-profile pastors in America. Evans will be "temporarily stepping away from his senior pastor’s duties," Shari L. Carroll, a spokesperson for the church, said in a Friday email to USA TODAY. On Sunday, the pastor said in a statement on the church's website that he has "committed no crime," but "did not use righteous judgment in actions." This week on Pass The Mic Pastor Tyler Burns and EP Beau York sit...
2024-06-2457 minPass The MicThe History and Significance of JuneteenthJuneteenth became a national holiday in 2021. While many African Americans have celebrated the holiday for decades, many other people know little about it. In this teach-in Dr. Jemar Tisby--a historian, professor, and bestselling author--talks about the history of Juneteenth and describes its importance in the life of the nation. Support this podcast at www.patreon.com/passthemic In this podcast you will learn about: --The announcement on June 19, 1865 in Galveston, TX --The Junteenth flag and its symbolism --Why we should celebrate Juneteenth as a national holiday --And more! You can get more content like this at: JemarTisby.Substack.com Order Dr. Tisby...
2024-06-1959 minPass The MicSBC, The Alt-Right, And Condemning White SupremacyOver 5 years later and still relevant... Tyler and Jemar are joined with then SBC Pastor Earon James to discuss the controversy that surrounded the Southern Baptist Convention’s 2017 annual meeting. Original Airdate: June 18 2017 Support this podcast on patreon at www.patreon.com/PassTheMic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-06-1249 minPass The MicThe Church is Wack!?Tye Tribbett's Appearance on the Breakfast Club left many in the church up in arms to hear him declare "The Church is Wack!" The immediate influx of calls in to the show from the 90s demanding it's language back aside, this click bait moment does offer up a legit question: Is the Church wack? Tyler and Jemar are here to share their thoughts. Be sure to support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-05-2746 minPass The MicBrown Faces, White Spaces with Latasha MorrisonLatasha Morrison is a bridge-builder, reconciler, and a compelling voice in the fight for racial justice. The author of the award-winning New York Times bestseller Be the Bridge, Tasha has spoken nationwide at many events including IF:Gathering and Justice Conference. A native of North Carolina, Tasha earned degrees in human development and business leadership. She founded Be the Bridge to inspire and equip ambassadors of racial reconciliation. Support this podcast at patreon.com/PassTheMic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-05-2059 minPass The MicPastor Keion Henderson and the "Shush" Heard Around the WorldJemar and Tyler are BACK this week and discussing recent events concerning Pastor Keion Henderson going viral after 'shushing' a member of the church during worship. Learn how you can support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic mj1lUuB5inmNShZcZCAi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-05-1350 minPass The MicBlack In The SouthOver 5 years later and still relevant... Pastor Earon James returns to join Jemar and Tyler for a discussion on living in the South. This conversation is inspired by the NY Times July 8 2017 article "Racism Is Everywhere, So Why Not Move South?" Learn more how you can get social and support the show at PassTheMicPodcast.com Original Airdate: Sept 25 2017 Support this podcast on patreon at www.patreon.com/PassTheMic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-05-0633 minPass The MicKill The Culture WarsOver 5 years later and still relevant... Tyler and Jemar are joined by Pastor Earon James to discuss the current state of the ‘Culture Wars’. Learn more how you can get social and support the show at PassTheMicPodcast.com Original Airdate: Sept 4 2017 We Want To Kill The Culture Wars Support this podcast on patreon at www.patreon.com/PassTheMic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-04-2935 minPass The MicPerception vs RealityAs with last week, we are doing something a little different. Jemar Tisby & EP Beau York are talking about the importance of understanding history and combating prevalent fictitious narratives, especially in the era of AI. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-04-1530 minPass The MicPreaching and the Art of Telling a Good StorySomething a little different this week. Tyler Burns & EP Beau York are talking about the challenge of crafting stories with meaning and unpacking the role of telling a good story in preaching. BTW the Preist referenced in this episode is Father Roderick. My apologies for forgetting his name at the time of recording - Father Roderick - YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-04-0827 minPass The MicMasters of the Air with Dee ReesWriter/Director Dee Rees is an alumna of New York University's graduate film program and a Sundance Screenwriting & Directing Lab Fellow. In 2018, Dee became the first Black woman nominated for an Oscar in the Best Adapted Screenplay category for her highly-acclaimed film Mudbound (2017). Dee's Emmy-Award winning HBO film Bessie (2015) starred Queen Latifah as the legendary American Blues singer and was nominated for a total of twelve Emmy Awards, including Dee's individual nominations for Outstanding Writing and Outstanding Directing For A Limited Series, Movie or Dramatic Special. Bessie was also nominated for four Critics' Choice Awards and Dee was the recipient...
2024-03-2525 minPass The MicDo I Need A Mentor?In this episode of Pass The Mic, hosts Rev. Tyler Burns and Dr. Jemar Tisby discuss the desire for mentors. Join the conversation as they explore the significance of mentorship in personal, professional, and spiritual growth, sharing personal anecdotes and insights that highlight the impact of mentorship on their own lives. Discover the signs that indicate you might be in need of a mentor and gain valuable advice on how to identify the right mentors for your unique journey. The hosts discuss various mentorship models, providing guidance on overcoming common obstacles in establishing these crucial relationships. Whether you're a seasoned...
2024-03-1137 minPass The MicThe Color of Compromise 5-Year Anniversary LIVE EventJanuary 2024 marks five years since my first book, The Color of Compromise, was published. In January 2019 when the book came out, Dr Tisby could not have imaged the response it would garner. Thanks to you, the readers, it became a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestseller. It has made its way into college and seminary courses, church small groups, and national news outlets. Now it’s time to celebrate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-03-0430 minPass The MicNavigating the Tension: Upholding Values in the Fight for Racial JusticeIn this compelling episode of "Pass The Mic," join hosts Dr. Jemar Tisby and Rev. Tyler Burns as they delve into the complexities of maintaining unwavering values in the pursuit of racial justice. The duo engages in a thought-provoking conversation, exploring the subtle temptations and challenges that arise when navigating the turbulent waters of social change. Drawing on their vast experiences and deep insights, Dr. Jemar and Rev. Tyler dissect the notion of compromise and the allure it can hold during the struggle for racial equality. They examine the delicate balance between pragmatic approaches and the risk of diluting one's...
2024-02-2638 minPass The MicEvangelism ImplosionIt's 2024. We need to decolonize evangelism... let's talk about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-02-1930 minPass The MicWhat is Justice?Rev Tyler Burns and Dr Jemar Tisby answer the question: What is Justice? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-02-1233 minPass The MicUnapologetically Black and ChristianYou've heard the statement right? "We shouldn't be more Black than Christian." But...what does that mean? Tyler and Jemar are back to breakdown the foundational concept of our work at Pass The Mic: We are unapologetically Black and Christian. Support this podcast at patreon.com/PassTheMic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-02-0532 minPass The MicPass The Mic: Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III (ARCHIVES)We are taking a little time to gear up for the next round of episodes from Pass The Mic but did not want to leave you hanging. We've got back to back hits from the archives for you to enjoy in the meantime. New episodes return Feb 5th. With civil rights advocacy in his DNA, Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III built his ministry on community advancement and social justice activism. As Senior Pastor of Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago, Illinois, Dr. Moss spent the last two decades practicing and preaching a Black theology that unapologetically calls attention to...
2024-01-291h 04Pass The MicBecoming Brave with Dr. Brenda Salter Mcneil (ARCHIVES)We are taking a little time to gear up for the next round of episodes from Pass The Mic but did not want to leave you hanging. We've got back to back hits from the archives for you to enjoy in the meantime. New episodes return Feb 5th. Becoming Brave with Dr. Brenda Salter Mcneil (ARCHIVES): What a special guest we have on the podcast today! If you are familiar with the conversation about reconciliation and justice in the church, you won’t get very far without hearing the name, the Rev. Dr. Brenda Salter Mcneil. Dr. Brenda Salter McNeil is...
2024-01-2256 minPass The MicBehind The Mic: MLK50If you listened to our 5 part mini series 'Not The Voice, The Microphone: The Pass The Mic Story', the style of this episode will be very familiar to you. In honor of MLK day, we wanted to revisit a 'cannon event' from Pass The Mic's history that we unfortunately did not have time to discuss in the miniseries but definitely deserves a spotlight. This week Dr. Jemar Tisby is joined by Executive Producer Beau York to share an oral history of sorts from their experiences in Memphis, TN 50 years after the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. At the time...
2024-01-1555 minPass The Mic2023 Cultural Artifacts, Part 2It’s the most wonderful time of the year! And also, our favorite episode(s) of the year! Every year, we recap our favorite “cultural artifacts”. These can be books, albums, people, movies, TV shows, events….ANYTHING that got us through the year. There’s only one catch: these items do NOT have to come out this year. They just have to be consumed this year. Creating this list helps us to commemorate how we’ve grown and what has helped us get through. Join Jemar and Tyler for the first half of their lists. What’s on your 2023 list?? Tweet us @_Pas...
2024-01-111h 06Pass The Mic2023 Cultural Artifacts, Part 1It’s the most wonderful time of the year! And also, our favorite episode(s) of the year! Every year, we recap our favorite “cultural artifacts”. These can be books, albums, people, movies, TV shows, events….ANYTHING that got us through the year. There’s only one catch: these items do NOT have to come out this year. They just have to be consumed this year. This is Part 1 of 2 so be on the lookout for what comes next! Creating this list helps us to commemorate how we’ve grown and what has helped us get through. Join Jemar and Tyler for th...
2024-01-0147 minPass The MicProcessing the Death of Bishop Carlton PearsonOn November 19, Bishop Carlton Pearson, a legendary but polarizing figure in the Pentecostal church, passed away after a long illness. He was known for founding both Higher Dimension Church and the Azusa Fellowship. He was also known for later embracing a universalist theological view. In this episode, Tyler speaks from the perspective of someone who knew Bishop Pearson personally. He tells a few stories he’s never shared publicly and reflects on what the church might be able to learn from his life and the reaction to his death. ] Buckle up for this one. Support this podcast at patreon.com/pass...
2023-12-1843 minPass The MicNot The Voice, The Microphone Part 5: Joy and Justice, #LeaveLoud, and What Comes NextThe finale of our 5 part mini series celebrating 10 years of Pass The Mic, with the oral history of the Pass The Mic podcast. Support this podcast at patreon.com/PassTheMic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-12-1134 minPass The MicNot The Voice, The Microphone Part 4: The Live Tour, The Witness, and What IfCelebrating 10 years of Pass The Mic, this week we bring you part 4 of our miniseries sharing the oral history of Pass The Mic. Support this podcast at patreon.com/PassTheMic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-12-0432 minPass The MicNot The Voice, The Microphone Part 3: Truth's Table, Gender Apartheid, and Andy CrouchCelebrating 10 years of Pass The Mic, this week we bring you part 3 of our miniseries sharing the oral history of Pass The Mic. Support this podcast at patreon.com/PassTheMic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-11-2734 minPass The MicNot The Voice, The Microphone Part 2: James White, Donald Trump, and Black Lives MatterCelebrating 10 years of Pass The Mic, this week we bring you part 2 of our miniseries sharing the oral history of Pass The Mic. Support this podcast at patreon.com/PassTheMic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-11-2040 minPass The MicNot The Voice, The Microphone Part 1: RAAN, Voddie Baucham, and Mike BrownOn December 3rd 2013, the first 'Pass The Mic Live' broadcast went out in what we have always referred to behind the scenes as 'Episode 0'. Over the next few weeks, we will bring you a special PTM mini-series with Jemar, Tyler, and Beau pulling back the curtain, sharing our stories, and reflecting on the 'cannon events' that made Pass the Mic what it is today. This series will be something a little different. Part audio documentary, part listening party, all Pass The Mic. Enjoy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-11-1335 minPass The MicTravis Kelce & The Cookout WhitesAlly Heney (I Won't Shut Up: Finding Your Voice When The World Trys to Silence You) returns to answer Tyler's question: Why is Taylor Swift invading my sports highlights? Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-11-0637 minPass The MicAMA: What Can Be Done About The Racial Divide Within The Church?Part 4 of 4 for this week’s Pass The Mic LIVE AMA from Philly. The question was 2 parts: lamenting the historic injustice perpetrated by white churches and specifically in the Philadelphia area, the other is asking what organizations are currently working to mend the racial divide in the American church. Tyler Burns shares his thoughts and experience as a Lead Pastor fighting injustice in his hometown of Pensacola. We are having such incredible conversations with listeners who have been encouraged and challenged by Pass The Mic and are looking for more engagement and community in their hometowns. We would be honored to...
2023-10-3006 minPass The MicAMA: After #LeaveLoud, Where Do We Go From ‘The Wilderness’?Part 3 of 4 for this week’s Pass The Mic LIVE AMA from Philly. The question is asked to Tyler Burns and special guest Ally Henny: after #LeaveLoud, where do we go from ‘the wilderness’? We are having such incredible conversations with listeners who have been encouraged and challenged by Pass The Mic and are looking for more engagement and community in their hometowns. We would be honored to bring this show to an area near you. If you’re Interested in bringing Pass The Mic to your school, church, or institution for a live recording, reach out to our producer at PTMLi...
2023-10-2711 minPass The MicAMA: Serving Outside of the Church But Not OrdainedPart 2 of 4 for this week’s Pass The Mic LIVE AMA from Philly. Jemar Tisby offers advice for those wishing to serve outside of formal church ministry. We are having such incredible conversations with listeners who have been encouraged and challenged by Pass The Mic and are looking for more engagement and community in their hometowns. We would be honored to bring this show to an area near you. If you’re Interested in bringing Pass The Mic to your school, church, or institution for a live recording, reach out to our producer at PTMLive.com, that's PTMLive.com to learn...
2023-10-2505 minPass The MicAMA: What Is Our Devotional Life Like?Part 1 of 4 for this week’s Pass The Mic LIVE AMA from Philly. We have a few warm up questions on fake tiktok podcasts and favorite colors as well as the question posed to Jemar Tisby, Tyler Burns, and special guest Ally Henny: ‘What Is Your Devotional Life Like?’ We are having such incredible conversations with listeners who have been encouraged and challenged by Pass The Mic and are looking for more engagement and community in their hometowns. We would be honored to bring this show to an area near you. If you’re Interested in bringing Pass The Mic to your s...
2023-10-2319 minPass The MicWhen The Organization You Love Betrays YouWhen The Organization You Love Betrays You Let’s talk about institutional betrayal. Safe to say many of us have experiences with interstitial betrayal. Like when an institution says one thing but does another. Or maybe having certain requirements initially that change when certain people want to gain access. Or making certain promises that look good from the outside that might be a bit different once you get inside. Should we just be done with institutions all together or is there a better way forward? That’s the topic on this week’s Pass The Mic. Jemar Tisby and Tyler Burns ar...
2023-10-1626 minPass The MicSigns of an Unhealthy ChurchThis week Tyler Burns is joined by Ally Heney (I Won't Shut Up: Finding Your Voice When the World Tries to Silence You) to discuss the desire for a healthy Church community while navigating the toxic signs of an unhealthy church. Support this podcast at patreon.com/PassTheMicc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-10-0948 minPass The MicMichael Emerson, Divided By Faith, and Pass The MicMichael Emerson joins Tyler Burns and Jemar Tisby on this week's episode of Pass The Mic to discuss Divided By Faith: Evangelical Religion and the Problem of Race in America, the legacy of the book, it's impact on The Witness, as well as his family's faith journey and current work. The author of 15 books and over 100 other publications, Michael O. Emerson is recognized as a national leader in the study of race and religion and has won several awards for his scholarship. He is the principal investigator of the largest study of race and religion ever conducted in the United...
2023-10-0255 minPass The MicThe Most Influential Black PreachersRecently, a social media account shared a graphic with the most influential Black preachers of the last 50 years. The post caused a stir on social media, but it also got us thinking: Who are the most influential Black preachers of the last 50 years, and more importantly, how do we measure “influence”? In this episode, Tyler shares his list (or lists) with Jemar and they discuss what influence means and how we should steward it. Buckle up! Some of his choices will surprise you… Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-09-2539 minPass The MicWho is “They”??Star actor and icon Jamie Foxx recently received backlash for a subliminal statement about “fake friends”. His statement went viral and caused fellow actors to accuse him of antisemitism and hate speech. Tyler and Jemar discuss the complexities of Black rhetoric, the ways we are often misinterpreted, and how crucial it is to protect our own language. Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-09-1841 minPass The Mic"RICO Suave" (aka The Latest Trump Indictment)Our resident wordsmith Ally Henny referred to the 45th president as "RICO Suave." It's a reference to the latest indictment of Trump (he's facing 91 total counts if you're keeping track)--this time in Georgia and for Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) violations. Tyler and Jemar talk about how this case differs from previous indictments and how they think this might affect the 2024 presidential election. Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-09-1142 minPass The MicMichael Oher Corrects the BlindsideRecently, retired NFL player Michael Oher has made public statements correcting the record of his adoption from the Tuohy family. The story was the basis for the 2009 Oscar winning film “The Blindside”. Little did he know that he was being blindsided himself. In this episode, Jemar and Tyler talk about the perils of the “white savior” narrative and how crucial it is for Black people to own our stories and how we tell them. Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-09-0444 minPass The MicBonus: Reflections on the Jacksonville ShootingOn Saturday, August 26, a white supremacist committed an act of domestic terror at a Dollar General store in Jacksonville, Florida killing 3 precious Black lives: 52-year-old Angela Michelle Carr; 19-year-old Anolt Joseph "A.J." Laguerre Jr.; and 29-year-old Jerrald De'Shaun Gallion. Tyler and Jemar are back for a bonus episode to talk about this vile shooting, the flood of emotions that we all feel, and what this continues to show us about our disregard for Black lives. Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-08-2945 minPass The MicSilenced, Censored, Sanitized, and SoftenedBuilding off of Jemar's article "The Speech They Wouldn't Let John Lewis Give during the March on Washington" (https://jemartisby.substack.com/p/the-speech-they-wouldnt-let-john) we discuss personal experiences with censorship as well as a call to action for The Active Witness Challenge (https://thewitnessfoundation.co/awc) Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-08-2836 minPass The MicPass The Chair: The Montgomery BrawlChairs at the ready? Jemar and Tyler discuss the Montgomery Riverboat Brawl, the historic connections, and challenge the perceptions on nonviolence as a resistance tactic both then and now. Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-08-2141 minPass The MicGiving Us LifeThe band is back together again this week with Tyler and Jemar talking about what is giving them life and the importance of finding joy in the midst of the work that God has called you to. Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-08-1440 minPass The MicBackstage at Joy and Justice 2023: Dr Kenyeatta Gilbert, Dr Natasha Sistrunk Robinson, Rev Alvin Love, and Danielle Coke BalfourGreetings and God Bless Welcome to Pass The Mic, this is Tyler Burns and this week we are continuing our very special look back stage at this year's Joy and Justice Rise up and Flourish conference. This past june The Witness was honored to host so many amazing speakers at this year's conference and our good friend Faitth Brooks of Melanated Faith graciously stepped in take a few minutes back stage with each of the presenters to share their testimonies and discuss what it truly means to rise up and flourish in 2023. This week we've got conversations with Dr Kenyeatta Gilbert, Dr N...
2023-08-0752 minPass The MicBackstage at Joy and Justice 2023: Faitth Brooks, Robert Monson, and Ekemini UwanGreetings and God Bless Welcome to Pass The Mic, this is Tyler Burns and this week we have something very special for you. This past June The Witness was honored to host so many amazing speakers at this year's Joy and Justice Rise up and Flourish conference and our good friend Faitth Brooks of Melanated Faith graciously stepped in take a few minutes backstage with each of the presenters to share their testimonies and discuss what it truly means to rise up and flourish in 2023. This week we've got conversations with Robert Monson, our Sister Ekemini Uwan but first our...
2023-07-3145 minPass The MicFighting Racism In PublishingThis month over on Footnotes, Jemar has been talking with everyday individuals who are doing the work of fighting racism in their various fields. This week on Pass The Mic, Jemar and Ally tackle the topic of racism in the realm of publishing. To check out the 'Fighting Racism' series be sure to subscribe to Footnotes with Jamar Tisby on iTunes or your favorite podcast player: Footnotes with Jemar Tisby on Apple Podcasts Support this show at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-07-2440 minPass The MicBlack Christians, Your Blackness is NOT a JokeTyler and Ally are joined with a special guest this week. Our video editor Ryan Gentry (Pass The Mic: GEN Z with Ryan G) is back on the mic and... yeah, you don't want to miss this one. Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-07-1741 minPass The MicThe Miseducation of the Young Black ChristianTyler and Jemar are back and this time joined once again with Brea Perry to discuss The Miseducation of the Young Black Christian. Support this podcast on patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-07-1043 minPass The MicThe Thiqueness Vol 2: Captain MarvelCaptain Marvel should have been a Black Woman. Enjoy this episode and be sure to pick up Ally's new book "I Won't Shut Up: Finding Your Voice When the World Tries to Silence You" An Unvarnished Perspective on Racism That Calls Black Women to Find Their Voice Being Black in a society developed by white men to benefit white men means constantly pushing back against systems that were not constructed for your flourishing. White privilege. White cultural norms. White beauty standards. White noise. You're made to feel that your life doesn't matter, your opinions aren't valid, and your entire existence i...
2023-07-0336 minPass The MicThe Thiqueness Vol 1: RespectabilityAlly Henny and Brea Perry take over Pass The Mic this week to discuss respectability politics, the history and the problems there in, and a lot more! Enjoy this episode and be sure to pick up Ally's new book "I Won't Shut Up: Finding Your Voice When the World Tries to Silence You" An Unvarnished Perspective on Racism That Calls Black Women to Find Their Voice Being Black in a society developed by white men to benefit white men means constantly pushing back against systems that were not constructed for your flourishing. White privilege. White cultural norms. White beauty standards. W...
2023-06-2635 minPass The MicLeave Loud: 2 Years Later Part 2It's been 2 years since The Witness launched the Leave Loud campaign. This week Jemar, Tyler, and Ally ask the question, is there still a Leave Loud campaign to be had? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-06-1924 minPass The MicLeave Loud: 2 Years Later Part 1It's been 2 year's since The Witness launched the Leave Loud campaign. This week Jemar, Tyler, and Ally reflect on the stories and impact that came out of the campaign as well as the criticism and pushback it received. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-06-1228 minPass The MicI Won't Shut UpAn Unvarnished Perspective on Racism That Calls Black Women to Find Their Voice Being Black in a society developed by white men to benefit white men means constantly pushing back against systems that were not constructed for your flourishing. White privilege. White cultural norms. White beauty standards. White noise. You're made to feel that your life doesn't matter, your opinions aren't valid, and your entire existence is too loud. It can feel like the whole world is telling you to shut up. To these forces, Ally Henny is here to say, "No. I am a loud Black woman, and I w...
2023-06-0540 minPass The MicMass ShootingsSupport this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-05-2939 minPass The MicMartin, Malcolm, and MythsMore than what we may want to admit, myths shape our lives and what we believe about ourselves, our families, our communities, our churches, our country, and the way in which we find meaning in the world. But myths, if we do not recognize what they are, can keep us for truth. Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-05-2240 minPass The MicThe People V Jemar TisbyMy blue check vilified himself... This week Tyler and Jemar are talking about controversies across Christian higher ed where professors are losing their jobs for simply quoting Jemar's works. What is the real cost of pursing truth and what is the true gain in pursuing justice? All this discussed on this week's Pass The Mic. Support this podcast at patreon.com/PassTheMic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-05-1538 minPass The MicPass The Mic: Rev. Dr. Otis Moss IIIWith civil rights advocacy in his DNA, Rev. Dr. Otis Moss III built his ministry on community advancement and social justice activism. As Senior Pastor of Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago, Illinois, Dr. Moss spent the last two decades practicing and preaching a Black theology that unapologetically calls attention to the problems of mass incarceration, environmental justice, and economic inequality. Dr. Moss is part of a new generation of ministers committed to preaching a prophetic message of love and justice, which he believes are inseparable companions that form the foundation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He was r...
2023-05-091h 04Pass The MicPersonal Mount Rushmore Part 2…or you know. Like just a Top 4 List. In this episode, Tyler and Jemar share their Top 4 personal influences. Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Producer Note: the audio may sound a bit off this week as we are adjusting to a new recording location with some new equipment. Please give us grace as we grow into this new phase of Pass The Mic. Thanks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-05-0128 minPass The MicPersonal Mount Rushmore Part 1…or you know. Like just a Top 4 List. In this episode, Tyler and Jemar share their Top 4 personal influences. Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Producer Note: the audio may sound a bit off this week as we are adjusting to a new recording location with some new equipment. Please give us grace as we grow into this new phase of Pass The Mic. Thanks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-04-2429 minPass The MicAnnouncing Joy and Justice 2023: Rise Up & FlourishRegister Today: riseupandflourish.com Rise Up & Flourish, Justice & Joy Conference · Chicago, June 23-24 (riseupandflourish.com) Every day, injustice threatens to place Black people in bondage and steal our joy; it’s time to get free. At Joy & Justice 2023, we want to help you to Rise Up & Flourish–to live in the freedom that Jesus proclaims. Joy & Justice is more than a conference; it’s an experience. For two days, The Witness BCC team and our line-up of dynamic guests will speak to your core concerns. You will connect with like-minded people who share your questions, joys, and hardships. You will encount...
2023-04-1734 minPass The MicPass The Mic: Anjelika Washington (Praise This)A young woman with dreams of being a superstar joins an underdog Atlanta praise-team choir in the lead up to the national competition... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-04-1308 minPass The MicThe Soft Life of a Black ManOne of the key tools of oppression is labor exploitation. That we would be worked to death. Can our life exist not purely for what we produce but for who we are and whose we are? Support this podcast at patreon.com/PassTheMic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-04-1034 minPass The MicDealing With TrollsTyler, Jemar, and Ally share their experiences with trolls both online and in person. Ally Henny is a writer, speaker, advocate-minister, and vice president of The Witness: A Black Christian Collective, an organization committed to encouraging, engaging, and empowering Black Christians toward liberation from racism. She completed her MDiv from Fuller Seminary with an emphasis in race, cultural identity, and reconciliation, and she hopes to lead a church someday. Ally has been leading conversations about race on her social media and blog, The Armchair Commentary, since 2014, and her posts reach millions each month. She is a proud Chicago Southsider. Support th...
2023-04-0333 minPass The MicFlorida Man Bans African American StudiesIn this episode, Jemar and special guest Ally Henny discuss the Florida's Department of Education rejecting an Advanced Placement course covering African American studies — saying the class indoctrinates students to "a political agenda." Support this podcast at patreon.com/PassTheMic Producer Note: the audio may sound a bit off this week as we are adjusting to a new recording location with some new equipment. Please give us grace as we grow into this new phase of Pass The Mic. Thanks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-03-2737 minPass The MicPassing the Baton: Succession, Nepotism, and Bishop TD JakesWhat does it look like to pass the baton well in ministry and what layers are at play with Bishop Jakes anointing of his daughter? Tyler and Jemar share personal stories of passing the baton both in and out of The Witness on this week’s Pass The Mic. Producer Note: the audio may sound a bit off this week as we are adjusting to a new recording location with some new equipment. Please give us grace as we grow into this new phase of Pass The Mic. Thanks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-03-2041 minPass The MicMeghan and HarryThe world was swept away by the couple’s cinematic romance and rejoiced in their "fairy-tale" wedding. But from the beginning, Harry and Meghan were preyed upon by the press, subjected to waves of abuse, racism, and lies. Watching his wife suffer, their safety and mental health at risk, Harry saw no other way to prevent the tragedy of history repeating itself but to flee his mother country. Over the centuries, leaving the Royal Family was an act few had dared. The last to try, in fact, had been his mother. . . . Ally Henny is a writer, speaker, advocate-minister, and vice presiden...
2023-03-1337 minPass The MicPass The Mic: Wood Harris (Creed III, Remember The Titans, The Wire)From the red carpet to the PTM airwaves, this week Dr Jemar Tisby is bringing you this conversation with Creed III's Wood Harris. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-03-0219 minPass The MicThey Got Our Faces Now?Seems like AI taking over... so now a number of people have used ChatGPT to generate everything from speeches, to worship, to sermons. Facial recognition is redefining travel and security measures. AI advancement is concerning for everyone but especially for people of color, and especially for Black people in America. Let's talk about it... Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-02-2734 minPass The Mic“You’ve Changed”: How to navigate pushback from others when you grow“You’ve changed.” Have you ever heard that after you grew or adjusted your viewpoint on something? We all know what it feels like to have people judge or dismiss us as we embark on a new journey of growth. But how do we react to these statements? Better yet, how do we treat ourselves as we change? In this episode, Tyler and special guest Ally Henny share their experiences with change and some of the complex friendship dynamics that it can bring to our lives. Support this podcast at patreon.com/PassTheMic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon...
2023-02-2035 minPass The MicDeion Sanders and Ed Reed: Are they messiahs or misguided?Both Deion Sanders and Ed Reed are generational football talents. After Sanders exit from Jackson State University and Ed Reed’s departure from Bethune Cookman, their commitments to HBCU Football are coming into question. Are they raising appropriate awareness or just marketing themselves as HBCU saviors? Maybe, it’s a little bit of both. Tyler and Jemar tackle this topic and connect it to the Black Christian experience. Support this podcast at patreon.com/PassTheMic Producer Note: the audio may sound a bit off this week as we are adjusting to a new recording location with some new equipment. Please give u...
2023-02-1341 minPass The MicTyre Nichols: A Brutal Murder in MemphisOn January 7, Tyre Nichols was brutally beaten by 5 Black police officers in Memphis. Three days later, he died from his injuries. After the release of the body cam video a week ago, the world has come to know who Tyre Nichols was: his life, his heart, and his passions. We are forced to ask ourselves: When will enough be enough? Tyler and Jemar discuss the murder, the reaction, and what feels different this time around. The story and the reaction: https://www.msnbc.com/opinion/msnbc-opinion/tyre-nichols-funeral-includes-anger-black-police-beat-rcna67969 Producer Note: the audio may sound a bit off this week as we are adju...
2023-02-0633 minPass The MicHas the Black Church done the most to help Black People in the US?It's 2023 and the conversation about how to promote racial justice continues to be a salient one. A recent report from Pew Research reveals which methods and strategies Black people think are most effective. Just 13 percent of Black people say the Black Church has been most helpful to Black people in recent years. (substack.com) Support this podcast at patreon.com/PassTheMic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-01-3052 minPass The Mic2022 Cultural Artifacts, Part 2It’s the most wonderful time of the year! And also, our favorite episode(s) of the year! Every year, we recap our favorite “cultural artifacts”. These can be books, albums, people, movies, TV shows, events….ANYTHING that got us through the year. There’s only one catch: these items do NOT have to come out this year. They just have to be consumed this year. Creating this list helps us to commemorate how we’ve grown and what has helped us get through. Join Jemar and Tyler for the first half of their lists. What’s on your 2022 list?? Tweet us @thew...
2023-01-021h 37Pass The Mic2022 Cultural Artifacts, Part 1It’s the most wonderful time of the year! And also, our favorite episode(s) of the year! Every year, we recap our favorite “cultural artifacts”. These can be books, albums, people, movies, TV shows, events….ANYTHING that got us through the year. There’s only one catch: these items do NOT have to come out this year. They just have to be consumed this year. Creating this list helps us to commemorate how we’ve grown and what has helped us get through. Join Jemar and Tyler for the first half of their lists. What’s on your 2023 list?? Tweet us @_Pas...
2022-12-261h 20Pass The MicRemember Me Now with Faitth BrooksFaitth is one-half of the Melanated Faith Podcast. Faitth is a masters-level social worker engaging in community organizing and activism with a passion for anti-racism education. Faitth is a creative strategist who loves to produce audiovisual content. In her spare time, Faitth LOVES to travel around the world. She has been to over 19 countries and cannot wait to explore the world more. Faitth has a love for spontaneous adventures and trying new things, especially when it comes to cooking! If Faitth is not home working, she is on the phone with her family, cooking, or on a plane heading to...
2022-12-2239 minPass The MicBlack Panther: Wakanda Forever (Spoilers!)Jemar and Tyler are back and (finally) ready to share their thoughts on 2022's Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Spoilers in this episode if you have not yet seen the movie! Support this podcast at patreon.como/PassTheMic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-12-051h 08Pass The MicSpecial Feature: Once Upon A Time In WakandaHey everyone, Jemar Tisby here and this week we are taking a break from your regularly scheduled Pass The Mic to bring you an episode of Once Upon A Time in Wakanda. Once Upon A Time in Wakanda is A Witness Podcast from way back in the before times of 2018 that explored the characters and themes of the original Black Panther film and franchise. This week, the show is returning with a spoiler filled review of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Long time listeners will recognize the voices of Earon James and Beau York. Our own Tyler Burns is taking some much-ne...
2022-11-211h 06Pass The MicMy Seven Black Fathers with William JawandoWill Jawando’s My Seven Black Fathers tells a deeply affirmative story of hope and respect for men of color at a time when Black men are routinely stigmatized. Support this podcast patreon.com/PassTheMic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-11-1437 minPass The MicHow to Use Social Media for Your MinistryJemar and Brea Perry, content distributor for The Witness, talk about the constantly shifting landscape of social media. What is social media good for and what are the hazards? Why is a digital presence so important? What's up with racism in the algorithm? What are some best practices to ethically utilize social media for ministry. This podcast will give you tips and tools as you navigate the world of digital content distribution. Brea Perry is a graduate of the University of North Carolina Wilmington and now a content distributor for The Witness BCC. In addition to being a writer and a...
2022-11-0726 minPass The MicLIVE FROM ATL 2022: AMATyler and Jemar answer any and all questions from the Atlanta audience. Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-10-3147 minPass The MicLIVE FROM ATL 2022: You Got Some 'Splainin To DoLive from Atlanta, it's Pass The Mic. Support this podcast at pareon.com/PassTheMic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-10-2535 minPass The MicFrenemiesCan we be friends with people we disagree with? Tyler and Jemar unpack this question sent in from listener Chrisy. Support this podcast at Patreon.com/PassTheMic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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