https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fannie-lou-s-classroom--5906034enReligion & SpiritualityCopyright Fannie Lou's Classroomhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d81baa6bc9c02097a7bb22868f9f242f.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fannie-lou-s-classroom--5906034Tue, 14 May 2024 23:05:58 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersRev. Danielle Ayersflc@friendshipwest.orgThe purpose of Fannie Lou’s Classroom is to serve as an educational platform to engage the Church and community in critical social issues that lead to advocacy, activism, and action.cleanepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-season4-ep10-it-s-the-hbcu-for-me--60036074Guest: Rev. Damien Durr

Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are essential institutions in our community – educating future leaders, teachers, community activists, authors, scientists, and physicians. John Wilson’s book Hope and Healing: Black Colleges and the Future of American Democracy discusses what is necessary for HBCUs to thrive – sustainable funding is a vital strategy. We continue to uncover that many HBCUs have not received allotted federal funding or land grants. Join us as we discuss the disparate funding and support for HBCUs and what we can do to ensure their survival and prosperity.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60036074Tue, 14 May 2024 23:05:57 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersBlack Institutions Are Still Relevant Guest: Rev. Damien Durr Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are essential institutions in our community – educating future leaders, teachers, community activists, authors, scientists, and...Guest: Rev. Damien Durr

Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are essential institutions in our community – educating future leaders, teachers, community activists, authors, scientists, and physicians. John Wilson’s book Hope and Healing: Black Colleges and the Future of American Democracy discusses what is necessary for HBCUs to thrive – sustainable funding is a vital strategy. We continue to uncover that many HBCUs have not received allotted federal funding or land grants. Join us as we discuss the disparate funding and support for HBCUs and what we can do to ensure their survival and prosperity.]]>3792activism #action,advocacy,fannielousclassroom,federalfunding,flc,historicallyblackcolleges,hopeandhealing #futureofameric,landgrants #supportforhbcus,podcast,socialjustice,sustainablefundingclean410fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-season4-ep11-check-your-mental--60035316Guest: Dr. Melva Sampson

May is Mental Health Month. It serves as a significant reminder of the importance of addressing mental health concerns and promoting overall well-being. One aspect that often influences mental health is the concept of soul trauma and woundedness, which can stem from interconnected systems such as family dynamics, societal structures, and internal struggles. Join us for a conversation about how rituals can be a pathway to healing.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60035316Tue, 14 May 2024 22:59:19 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersIn Our Right Minds Guest: Dr. Melva Sampson May is Mental Health Month. It serves as a significant reminder of the importance of addressing mental health concerns and promoting overall well-being. One aspect that often influences mental health is the...Guest: Dr. Melva Sampson

May is Mental Health Month. It serves as a significant reminder of the importance of addressing mental health concerns and promoting overall well-being. One aspect that often influences mental health is the concept of soul trauma and woundedness, which can stem from interconnected systems such as family dynamics, societal structures, and internal struggles. Join us for a conversation about how rituals can be a pathway to healing.]]>3907clean411fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-season4-ep9-black-tech-futures--60035305Guest: Dr. Fallon Wilson

The rapid advancement of AI technology, particularly in chatbots like GPT-3, and its integration into social media platforms has a profound impact on various aspects of our society. Vulnerable communities, such as those already marginalized due to socioeconomic status, race, or other factors, may face heightened challenges in this changing landscape. Join us as we discuss how Black communities can leverage technology for a sustainable future.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60035305Tue, 14 May 2024 22:57:03 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersEvolving Technology and The Black Community Guest: Dr. Fallon Wilson The rapid advancement of AI technology, particularly in chatbots like GPT-3, and its integration into social media platforms has a profound impact on various aspects of our society....Guest: Dr. Fallon Wilson

The rapid advancement of AI technology, particularly in chatbots like GPT-3, and its integration into social media platforms has a profound impact on various aspects of our society. Vulnerable communities, such as those already marginalized due to socioeconomic status, race, or other factors, may face heightened challenges in this changing landscape. Join us as we discuss how Black communities can leverage technology for a sustainable future.]]>3686activism #action,advocacy,aiandblackcommunities,blackcommunitiesandtech,blackcommunities #digitalinfra,blacktechfutures,fannielousclassroom,flc,leveragetechnology,podcast,socialjustice,technologyandblacksustainablefclean49fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-season4-ep8-god-of-no-borders--60035292Guests: Rev. Anyra Cano & Stephen Reeves

The humanitarian crisis at the Mexico – Texas border has been a pressing issue in recent years, with a significant impact on African and Caribbean migrants. These individuals often face unique challenges and experiences as they seek asylum and a better life in the United States. Many of them have endured long and dangerous journeys, facing obstacles such as language barriers, cultural differences, and discrimination. Join us for this conversation on race, migration, and religion.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60035292Tue, 14 May 2024 22:52:44 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersNo Rest For The Weary Guests: Rev. Anyra Cano & Stephen Reeves The humanitarian crisis at the Mexico – Texas border has been a pressing issue in recent years, with a significant impact on African and Caribbean migrants. These individuals often...Guests: Rev. Anyra Cano & Stephen Reeves

The humanitarian crisis at the Mexico – Texas border has been a pressing issue in recent years, with a significant impact on African and Caribbean migrants. These individuals often face unique challenges and experiences as they seek asylum and a better life in the United States. Many of them have endured long and dangerous journeys, facing obstacles such as language barriers, cultural differences, and discrimination. Join us for this conversation on race, migration, and religion.]]>3674activism #action,advocacy,africanmigrants,carribeanmigrants,fannielousclassroom,flc,humanitariancrisis,mexicotexasbordercrisis,mirgrantchallenges,podcast,racemigrationreligion,socialjusticeclean48fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-season4-ep7-living-into-motherhood--60035288Guests: Dr. Kyrah Brown and Misty Wilder

Black Maternal Health Week is a national event that takes place every year from April 11th to April 17th. This week is dedicated to raising awareness about the health disparities that Black women face during pregnancy and childbirth and advocating for better health outcomes for Black mothers and their babies. To get involved in Black Maternal Health Week, there are several things that you can do. Join us as we have this critical conversation on how we can build systems that support Black women during pregnancy and childbirth!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60035288Tue, 14 May 2024 22:47:49 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersCreating a Circle of Care for Black Mothers Guests: Dr. Kyrah Brown and Misty Wilder Black Maternal Health Week is a national event that takes place every year from April 11th to April 17th. This week is dedicated to raising awareness about the...Guests: Dr. Kyrah Brown and Misty Wilder

Black Maternal Health Week is a national event that takes place every year from April 11th to April 17th. This week is dedicated to raising awareness about the health disparities that Black women face during pregnancy and childbirth and advocating for better health outcomes for Black mothers and their babies. To get involved in Black Maternal Health Week, there are several things that you can do. Join us as we have this critical conversation on how we can build systems that support Black women during pregnancy and childbirth!]]>3754activism #action,advocacy,blackmaternalhealthweek,blackpregnancy,fannielousclassroom,flc,healthdisparities,healthlypregnancy,healthymothershealthybabies,podcast,socialjustice,supportblackwomenclean47fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-season4-ep6-securing-the-bag--60035286Guest: Rev. Dr. Lester McCorn

Join us as we discuss Dr. King’s call for economic justice and the redistribution of wealth in the fight for racial equity and how we can move forward to honoring this legacy understanding “Black Labor, White Wealth.” Black folks have a long history of valuing the importance of saving, investing, and communal wealth from pooling their resources to create economic opportunities, building generational wealth, and establishing self-sufficient and sustaining communities.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60035286Tue, 14 May 2024 22:39:42 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersConstructing Communities of Opportunities Guest: Rev. Dr. Lester McCorn Join us as we discuss Dr. King’s call for economic justice and the redistribution of wealth in the fight for racial equity and how we can move forward to honoring this legacy...Guest: Rev. Dr. Lester McCorn

Join us as we discuss Dr. King’s call for economic justice and the redistribution of wealth in the fight for racial equity and how we can move forward to honoring this legacy understanding “Black Labor, White Wealth.” Black folks have a long history of valuing the importance of saving, investing, and communal wealth from pooling their resources to create economic opportunities, building generational wealth, and establishing self-sufficient and sustaining communities.]]>3820activism #action,advocacy,blacklaborwhitewealth,communalwealth,economicjustice,economicopportunities #buildin,fannielousclassroom,flc,podcast,selfsufficientandsustainingcom,socialjusticeclean46fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-season4-ep5-the-land-of-black-jesus--60035284Guests: Azmera Hammouri-Davis & Dr. Tamara Lewis

Join us as we discuss the life and ministry of Jesus - a Palestinian Jew - as we approach Resurrection Sunday! The ongoing conflict in the Holy Land calls us to connect with Jews, Christians and Palestinians who identify as Black and Afro-Palestinians in the Holy Land who never make news Let’s talk about fluidity of cultural and religious identities as we celebrate this high holy day in the life of the church.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60035284Tue, 14 May 2024 22:36:38 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersWhat is the Holy Land to Black Folks? Guests: Azmera Hammouri-Davis & Dr. Tamara Lewis Join us as we discuss the life and ministry of Jesus - a Palestinian Jew - as we approach Resurrection Sunday! The ongoing conflict in the Holy Land calls us...Guests: Azmera Hammouri-Davis & Dr. Tamara Lewis

Join us as we discuss the life and ministry of Jesus - a Palestinian Jew - as we approach Resurrection Sunday! The ongoing conflict in the Holy Land calls us to connect with Jews, Christians and Palestinians who identify as Black and Afro-Palestinians in the Holy Land who never make news Let’s talk about fluidity of cultural and religious identities as we celebrate this high holy day in the life of the church.]]>4228activism #action,advocacy,blackjews #blackchristians,culturalidentities,fannielousclassroom,flc,holyland,jesusapalestinianjew,podcast,religiousidentities,resurrectionsunday,socialjusticeclean45fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-season4-ep4-from-beyond-the-grave--60035280Guest: Rev. Dr. Reginald Williams, Jr.

As Holy Week approaches, it is essential to reflect on the significance of recognizing, recovering, and reclaiming the lives and legacies of our sainted religious figures and spirit-filled revolutionaries who embodied Christ-like qualities in their personal lives and public ministries. It is equally important to highlight revolutionaries engaged in Christ-like ministries and movements daily.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60035280Tue, 14 May 2024 22:33:33 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersThe Power of the Ancestors: Black-Sainted Figures & Spirit-Filled Revolutionaries Guest: Rev. Dr. Reginald Williams, Jr. As Holy Week approaches, it is essential to reflect on the significance of recognizing, recovering, and reclaiming the lives...Guest: Rev. Dr. Reginald Williams, Jr.

As Holy Week approaches, it is essential to reflect on the significance of recognizing, recovering, and reclaiming the lives and legacies of our sainted religious figures and spirit-filled revolutionaries who embodied Christ-like qualities in their personal lives and public ministries. It is equally important to highlight revolutionaries engaged in Christ-like ministries and movements daily.]]>3511activism #action,advocacy,fannielousclassroom,flc,podcast,reclaiminglegacies,saintedreligiousfigures,socialjustice,spiritfilledrevolutionaries #cclean44fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-season4-ep2-election-and-beyond--60035270Guests: LaKeitha Anderson & Rev. Dr. Delman Coats

Creating stronger communities through public policies and laws is crucial to building a more equitable society. In order to achieve well-resourced communities, we must prioritize a legislative agenda that addresses the unique challenges faced by Black communities. A viable legislative agenda for Black communities must be comprehensive, addressing the systemic barriers that have historically prevented Black Americans from achieving full equality and empowering them to build stronger, more resilient communities.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60035270Tue, 14 May 2024 22:25:23 +0000Rev. Danielle Ayers“The Freedom Plan”: 2024 Election and Beyond Guests: LaKeitha Anderson & Rev. Dr. Delman Coats Creating stronger communities through public policies and laws is crucial to building a more equitable society. In order to achieve well-resourced...Guests: LaKeitha Anderson & Rev. Dr. Delman Coats

Creating stronger communities through public policies and laws is crucial to building a more equitable society. In order to achieve well-resourced communities, we must prioritize a legislative agenda that addresses the unique challenges faced by Black communities. A viable legislative agenda for Black communities must be comprehensive, addressing the systemic barriers that have historically prevented Black Americans from achieving full equality and empowering them to build stronger, more resilient communities.]]>4126action,activism,advocacy,blackcommunities,fannielousclassroom,flc,legislativeagenda,podcast,publicpolicies,resilientcommunities,resourcedcommunities,socialjustice,strongercommunitiesclean42fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-season4-ep1-the-torch-has-been-passed--60035250Rev. Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III

Join us as we discuss the vision for PUSH with the new President and CEO, Rev. Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III and how you can join the movement. As we look back at the historic roots of Rainbow PUSH, we are reminded of the organization's role in the civil rights movement. Rainbow PUSH has been at the forefront of local and global struggles, from the Montgomery Bus Boycott, the March on Washington, to the fight to end apartheid in South Africa. Let’s build and construct a just world together.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60035250Tue, 14 May 2024 22:21:19 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersMovement Building Time Guest: Rev. Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III Join us as we discuss the vision for PUSH with the new President and CEO, Rev. Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III and how you can join the movement. As we look back at the historic roots of...Rev. Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III

Join us as we discuss the vision for PUSH with the new President and CEO, Rev. Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III and how you can join the movement. As we look back at the historic roots of Rainbow PUSH, we are reminded of the organization's role in the civil rights movement. Rainbow PUSH has been at the forefront of local and global struggles, from the Montgomery Bus Boycott, the March on Washington, to the fight to end apartheid in South Africa. Let’s build and construct a just world together.]]>4027activism #action,advocacy,civilrights,fannielousclassroom#flc,justworld,montegomerybusboycott #endapar,passthetorch,podcast,rainbowpushcoalition,socialjusticeclean41fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-season3-ep8-and-the-village-got-together--57592257
Guest: Dayner Brasher, Dr. India Stewart, and Rev. Kea Westbrook

Bullying, low self-esteem, suicides, homicides, drug use, material impoverishment, failing educational systems, and many other social problems are harsh realities for children and youth in our communities. Join us as we discuss the challenges facing our children and youth and how we protect, prepare, and position our children for a thriving future.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57592257Fri, 10 Nov 2023 18:23:33 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersHow Are the Children? Guest: Dayner Brasher, Dr. India Stewart, and Rev. Kea Westbrook Bullying, low self-esteem, suicides, homicides, drug use, material impoverishment, failing educational systems, and many other social problems are harsh realities...
Guest: Dayner Brasher, Dr. India Stewart, and Rev. Kea Westbrook

Bullying, low self-esteem, suicides, homicides, drug use, material impoverishment, failing educational systems, and many other social problems are harsh realities for children and youth in our communities. Join us as we discuss the challenges facing our children and youth and how we protect, prepare, and position our children for a thriving future.]]>3740activism #action,advocacy,fannielousclassroom,flc,podcast,protectourchilren,self-esteem,socialjustice,thechildrenareoutfutureclean3308fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-season3-ep7-is-your-house-in-order--57592210
Guest: Rev. Dr. David Malcolm McGruder

With the 2024 presidential election a year away, join us as we discuss the role of faith in shaping an equitable society and political future to construct thriving Black communities.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57592210Fri, 10 Nov 2023 18:19:30 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersA Perspective: Religion, Politics, and the Future of Black America Guest: Rev. Dr. David Malcolm McGruder With the 2024 presidential election a year away, join us as we discuss the role of faith in shaping an equitable society and political future...
Guest: Rev. Dr. David Malcolm McGruder

With the 2024 presidential election a year away, join us as we discuss the role of faith in shaping an equitable society and political future to construct thriving Black communities.]]>38982024pesidentialelection,activism #action,advocacy,blackcommunity,equitablesociety,fannielousclassroom,flc,podcast,socialjusticeclean3307fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-season3-ep6-get-you-a-sister-circle--57592170
Guests: Min. Kearra Haynes & Dr. Kamilah Hall-Sharp

It is important for women across the African diaspora to create a space for healing, understanding, learning, encouragement, strength, personal growth, and empowerment. Sister Circles help women to celebrate our faith, individuality, and affirms our sense of self. Join us as we discuss the power and necessity of Sister Circles.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57592170Fri, 10 Nov 2023 18:15:51 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersBlack Women Thriving in Hostile Territory Guests: Min. Kearra Haynes & Dr. Kamilah Hall-Sharp It is important for women across the African diaspora to create a space for healing, understanding, learning, encouragement, strength, personal growth,...
Guests: Min. Kearra Haynes & Dr. Kamilah Hall-Sharp

It is important for women across the African diaspora to create a space for healing, understanding, learning, encouragement, strength, personal growth, and empowerment. Sister Circles help women to celebrate our faith, individuality, and affirms our sense of self. Join us as we discuss the power and necessity of Sister Circles.]]>3763activism #action,advocacy,empowerment,fannielousclassroom,flc,podcast,sistercircle,socialjustice,womencelebratingwomenclean3306fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-season3-ep4-thank-you-mother-hamer--57592111
Guests: Rev. Dr. Karen Crozier & FLC Team (Sheneca Wilkerson & Cheryl Prelow)

Celebrating Fannie Lou Hamer! Join us as we discuss Dr. Karen Crozier’s book Fannie Lou Hamer's Revolutionary Practical Theology: Racial and Environmental Justice Concerns. The book presents the life and legacy of Hamer through the lens of practical theology and shows us a woman who was grounded in her identity and had a deep abiding faith in God.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57592111Fri, 10 Nov 2023 18:12:44 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersHappy Birthday Fannie Lou Hamer! Guests: Rev. Dr. Karen Crozier & FLC Team (Sheneca Wilkerson & Cheryl Prelow) Celebrating Fannie Lou Hamer! Join us as we discuss Dr. Karen Crozier’s book Fannie Lou Hamer's Revolutionary Practical Theology:...
Guests: Rev. Dr. Karen Crozier & FLC Team (Sheneca Wilkerson & Cheryl Prelow)

Celebrating Fannie Lou Hamer! Join us as we discuss Dr. Karen Crozier’s book Fannie Lou Hamer's Revolutionary Practical Theology: Racial and Environmental Justice Concerns. The book presents the life and legacy of Hamer through the lens of practical theology and shows us a woman who was grounded in her identity and had a deep abiding faith in God.]]>3538action #racialjustice,activism,advocacy,environmentaljustice,fannielousclassroom,flc,podcast,practicaltheology,socialjusticeclean3304fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-season3-ep3-where-is-black-jesus--57585449
Guest: Dr. Tamara Lewis

Western Christianity kidnapped Jesus of Nazareth’s identity. Join us as we discuss the way white Jesus has impacted Christians and Christianity the world over and how we must reclaim the true identity, life, mission, and ministry of Jesus of Nazareth.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57585449Fri, 10 Nov 2023 18:05:29 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersDispelling the Myth of Christianity as a White Man’s Religion Guest: Dr. Tamara Lewis Western Christianity kidnapped Jesus of Nazareth’s identity. Join us as we discuss the way white Jesus has impacted Christians and Christianity the world over and...
Guest: Dr. Tamara Lewis

Western Christianity kidnapped Jesus of Nazareth’s identity. Join us as we discuss the way white Jesus has impacted Christians and Christianity the world over and how we must reclaim the true identity, life, mission, and ministry of Jesus of Nazareth.]]>3808action,activism,advocacy,fannielousclassroom,flc,jesusofnazareth,podcast,socialjustice,trueidentity,westernchristianityclean3303fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-season3-ep2-building-political-power-in-texas--56910118Guest: Rev. Dr. Jaime Kowlessar

Join us for a special episode featuring Rev. Dr. Jaime Kowlessar as we learn more about his role and work of Faith In Texas, a nonpartisan, multi-racial, multi-faith grassroots movement of people united in values working together to achieve economic, racial, and social justice for all people.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56910118Sat, 23 Sep 2023 16:24:24 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersBuilding Political Power in Texas Guest: Rev. Dr. Jaime Kowlessar Join us for a special episode featuring Rev. Dr. Jaime Kowlessar as we learn more about his role and work of Faith In Texas, a nonpartisan, multi-racial, multi-faith grassroots...Guest: Rev. Dr. Jaime Kowlessar

Join us for a special episode featuring Rev. Dr. Jaime Kowlessar as we learn more about his role and work of Faith In Texas, a nonpartisan, multi-racial, multi-faith grassroots movement of people united in values working together to achieve economic, racial, and social justice for all people.]]>3624civicengagement,economicjustice,environmentaljustice,fannielousclassroom,flc,foodjustice,genderjustice,missionalcauses,podcast,socialjusticeclean3302fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-season3-ep1-strengthening-the-bonds-in-the-african-diaspora--56830381Guests: Rev. Dr. David McGruder & Rev. Dameon Madison

The dispersion of Africans from the early 1600s to the Americas and Caribbean disrupted a shared sense of community, spiritual practices, culture, and identity. As a result, some of us view each other and ourselves through a negative lens throughout the diaspora. Join us for a conversation about the necessity to return to and reclaim our African identity.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56830381Sun, 17 Sep 2023 14:25:58 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersStrengthening the Bonds in the African Diaspora Guests: Rev. Dr. David McGruder & Rev. Dameon Madison The dispersion of Africans from the early 1600s to the Americas and Caribbean disrupted a shared sense of community, spiritual practices,...Guests: Rev. Dr. David McGruder & Rev. Dameon Madison

The dispersion of Africans from the early 1600s to the Americas and Caribbean disrupted a shared sense of community, spiritual practices, culture, and identity. As a result, some of us view each other and ourselves through a negative lens throughout the diaspora. Join us for a conversation about the necessity to return to and reclaim our African identity.]]>3747action,activism,advocacy,africandiaspora,africanidentity,belovedcommunity,fannielousclassroom,flc,livingmybestlife,livingonpurpose,podcast,senseofcommunity,socialjustice,spiritualpracticesclean3301fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-s2-ep-10-do-you-want-to-be-well--56266504Guest: Dr. Itihari Toure

The world around us and in us impacts our well-being. Soul trauma and unhealed wounds often become normalized and shapes our view of ourselves and the world around us. We will discuss how we re(turn) to our God to renew our minds, body and spirit for the new year.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56266504Fri, 28 Jul 2023 18:04:58 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersSacred Rest: Healing and Wellbeing for the Soul Guest: Dr. Itihari Toure The world around us and in us impacts our well-being. Soul trauma and unhealed wounds often become normalized and shapes our view of ourselves and the world around us. We will...Guest: Dr. Itihari Toure

The world around us and in us impacts our well-being. Soul trauma and unhealed wounds often become normalized and shapes our view of ourselves and the world around us. We will discuss how we re(turn) to our God to renew our minds, body and spirit for the new year.]]>3780fannielousclassroom,flc,healingandwellbeingforthesoul,podcast,renewourmindsbodyandspirit,sacredrest,socialjustice,soultrauma,wellbeingclean2210fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-s2-ep-9-it-takes-two--56266484Guests: Rev. Dameon Madison and Rev. Dr. David McGruder

Justice is having the right relationships with others. What is a healthy and whole black woman and man? Discrimination of African American men and women, along with other factors throughout history, has affected our ability to develop healthy relationships with each other. Join us as Rev. Ayers and Rev. Madison and Rev. Dr. McGruder discuss building right relationships between black men and women.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56266484Fri, 28 Jul 2023 18:01:30 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersGoing Back to Our Roots: Walking Alongside of Each Other Guests: Rev. Dameon Madison and Rev. Dr. David McGruder Justice is having the right relationships with others. What is a healthy and whole black woman and man? Discrimination of African...Guests: Rev. Dameon Madison and Rev. Dr. David McGruder

Justice is having the right relationships with others. What is a healthy and whole black woman and man? Discrimination of African American men and women, along with other factors throughout history, has affected our ability to develop healthy relationships with each other. Join us as Rev. Ayers and Rev. Madison and Rev. Dr. McGruder discuss building right relationships between black men and women.]]>3941blackmenandwomen,blackrelationships,buildinghealthlyrelationshipsb,fannielousclassrom,flc,goingbacktoourroots,healthyblackrelationships,podcast,socialjustice,walkingalongsideofeachotherclean2209fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-s2-ep-8-ifnotforthewoman--56266470Guests: FLC Team – Cheryl Prelow & Sheneca Wilkerson

National Council of Negro Women has a storied history. We will discuss the visionary leadership of Mary McLeod Bethune and the trailblazer who led the organization for over four decades – Dr. Height. We will celebrate Dr. Height’s 111th birthday and discuss her trailblazing leadership! Dorothy Heights birthday - March 24, 1912.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56266470Fri, 28 Jul 2023 17:58:46 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersHappy Birthday, Dr. Dorothy Irene Height! Guests: FLC Team – Cheryl Prelow & Sheneca Wilkerson National Council of Negro Women has a storied history. We will discuss the visionary leadership of Mary McLeod Bethune and the trailblazer who led the...Guests: FLC Team – Cheryl Prelow & Sheneca Wilkerson

National Council of Negro Women has a storied history. We will discuss the visionary leadership of Mary McLeod Bethune and the trailblazer who led the organization for over four decades – Dr. Height. We will celebrate Dr. Height’s 111th birthday and discuss her trailblazing leadership! Dorothy Heights birthday - March 24, 1912.]]>3927blackwomenleadership,blackwomenleadingmovements,blackwomentrailblazers,drdorothyireneheight,fannielousclassroom,flc,marymcleodbethune,nationalcouncilofnegrowomen,podcast,socialjusticeclean2208fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-s2-ep-7-a-womans-worth-at-work--56266441Guests: Drs. Keri Day and Irie Session

At work, African American are undervalued and underpaid. AA women are paid 64 cents to every dollar paid to white non-Hispanic men. The systemic discrimination has created the wage gap and intensifies the challenges of being an entrepreneur. Join us as we discuss what is necessary for women to thrive in the workplace and as entrepreneurs.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56266441Fri, 28 Jul 2023 17:53:37 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersWomen’s Economic Empowerment and Entrepreneurship Guests: Drs. Keri Day and Irie Session At work, African American are undervalued and underpaid. AA women are paid 64 cents to every dollar paid to white non-Hispanic men. The systemic discrimination...Guests: Drs. Keri Day and Irie Session

At work, African American are undervalued and underpaid. AA women are paid 64 cents to every dollar paid to white non-Hispanic men. The systemic discrimination has created the wage gap and intensifies the challenges of being an entrepreneur. Join us as we discuss what is necessary for women to thrive in the workplace and as entrepreneurs.]]>3746aawomensvalueatwork,awomansworth,fannielousclassroom,flc,podcast,socialjustice,wagegap,womenentrepreneurs,womenthrivingintheworkplaceclean2207fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-s2-ep-6-take-back-the-block--56266420Guest: Charlene Walker

The role of women in contemporary movements is being well documented. We will discuss current movements rooted in community organizing tactics and strategies designed to build communities of opportunities!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56266420Fri, 28 Jul 2023 17:51:06 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersTestifying, Organizing and Mobilizing for a Flourishing Future Guest: Charlene Walker The role of women in contemporary movements is being well documented. We will discuss current movements rooted in community organizing tactics and strategies...Guest: Charlene Walker

The role of women in contemporary movements is being well documented. We will discuss current movements rooted in community organizing tactics and strategies designed to build communities of opportunities!]]>3537blackwomenandmovements,communityorganizingstrategies,communityorganzing,fannielousclassroom,flc,movementsbuildingcommunities,podcast,socialjustice,womencommunityorganizers,womenorganizersclean2206fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-s2-ep-5-say-it-with-yo-chest--56266403Guests: Ms. Emma Rodgers and Ms. Akwete Tyehimba

Virginia Hamilton said that storytelling was the first opportunity for black folks to represent themselves as anything other than property. Through storytelling, questions are answered, history is conveyed, lifelong lessons are taught and learned, and the future is created. Storytelling (re)connects us with ourselves, our communities, and our power in the pursuit of collective liberation. We will discuss how storytelling can lead to liberation.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56266403Fri, 28 Jul 2023 17:46:33 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersStorytelling as an Act of Liberation Guests: Ms. Emma Rodgers and Ms. Akwete Tyehimba Virginia Hamilton said that storytelling was the first opportunity for black folks to represent themselves as anything other than property. Through storytelling,...Guests: Ms. Emma Rodgers and Ms. Akwete Tyehimba

Virginia Hamilton said that storytelling was the first opportunity for black folks to represent themselves as anything other than property. Through storytelling, questions are answered, history is conveyed, lifelong lessons are taught and learned, and the future is created. Storytelling (re)connects us with ourselves, our communities, and our power in the pursuit of collective liberation. We will discuss how storytelling can lead to liberation.]]>3954blackhistorystoriesandliberati,collectiveliberation,fannielousclassroom,flc,liberation,ourhistory,podcast,socialjustice,storytelling,storytellingandliberationclean2205fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-s2-ep-4-christianity-not-out-of-europe--56232818Guest: Dr. Tamara Lewis

Christianity has been labeled a “white man’s” religion. We will unpack the spiritual and religious African understandings and hermeneutics that have and continue to undergird and inform Christianity and continues to be manifested in the faith expressions of people of African descent across geographies, languages, ethnicities and religious expressions.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56232818Wed, 26 Jul 2023 17:35:47 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersHow Africa Shaped Christianity Guest: Dr. Tamara Lewis Christianity has been labeled a “white man’s” religion. We will unpack the spiritual and religious African understandings and hermeneutics that have and continue to undergird and inform...Guest: Dr. Tamara Lewis

Christianity has been labeled a “white man’s” religion. We will unpack the spiritual and religious African understandings and hermeneutics that have and continue to undergird and inform Christianity and continues to be manifested in the faith expressions of people of African descent across geographies, languages, ethnicities and religious expressions.]]>4173africa,africanchristianity,ashe,christianity,fannielousclassroom,flc,podcast,socialjustice,whitemansreligionclean2204fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-s2-ep-3-thats-my-cousin--56232689Guest: Azmera Hammouri-Davis

As people of African descent, we will discuss the necessity of engaging in, reclaiming and reconnecting our histories, stories, struggles, and discovering the ways African spirituality and religion move us closer to a global movement for Black people to create communities marked by justice, peace, love, and liberation.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56232689Wed, 26 Jul 2023 17:28:34 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersReconnecting to the African Diaspora: The Difference Is a Boat Stop Guest: Azmera Hammouri-Davis As people of African descent, we will discuss the necessity of engaging in, reclaiming and reconnecting our histories, stories, struggles, and...Guest: Azmera Hammouri-Davis

As people of African descent, we will discuss the necessity of engaging in, reclaiming and reconnecting our histories, stories, struggles, and discovering the ways African spirituality and religion move us closer to a global movement for Black people to create communities marked by justice, peace, love, and liberation.]]>3639action,activism,advocacy,africandescent,africandiaspora,fannielousclassroom,flc,podcast,socialjusticeclean2203fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-s2-ep-2-what-do-you-know-about-black-dallas--56232627Guest: Dr. Clarence Glover

Black towns around Dallas - What we don't know about Dallas? Whether a Dallas native, long-term or short-term resident, you may have passed by these historic landmarks hundreds of times and never thought twice about them being integral parts of Dallas black history.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56232627Wed, 26 Jul 2023 17:24:11 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersThe History of Black Dallas Guest: Dr. Clarence Glover Black towns around Dallas - What we don't know about Dallas? Whether a Dallas native, long-term or short-term resident, you may have passed by these historic landmarks hundreds of times and never...Guest: Dr. Clarence Glover

Black towns around Dallas - What we don't know about Dallas? Whether a Dallas native, long-term or short-term resident, you may have passed by these historic landmarks hundreds of times and never thought twice about them being integral parts of Dallas black history.]]>3861blackdallas,blackhistory #blackhistoriclan,blackhistoryofdallas,fannielousclassroom,flc,podcast,socialjusticeclean2202fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flc-s2-ep-1-living-your-best-life-on-purpose--56067342Dr. Brenda Wall & Rev. Edwin Robinson

How to tap into power to live your best life and be of service to others. Join us as we examine, from two different viewpoints, the ways in which we can live our lives on purpose while exceeding personally and creating a beloved community.

YouTube Title: Living Your Best Life on Purpose!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56067342Wed, 12 Jul 2023 01:59:28 +0000Rev. Danielle AyersHow to Use Your Power: Are You Doing Something Outside Yourself? Dr. Brenda Wall & Rev. Edwin Robinson How to tap into power to live your best life and be of service to others. Join us as we examine, from two different viewpoints, the ways in...Dr. Brenda Wall & Rev. Edwin Robinson

How to tap into power to live your best life and be of service to others. Join us as we examine, from two different viewpoints, the ways in which we can live our lives on purpose while exceeding personally and creating a beloved community.

YouTube Title: Living Your Best Life on Purpose!]]>3329action,activism,advocacy,fannielouhamer,fannielousclassroom,flc,livingyourbestlife,power,purpose,servicetoothersclean2201full