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Embracing Race

Conversations with Truth and Intention — co-hosted by Shani McIlwain. Honest dialogue at the intersection of faith, justice, and the everyday work of building beloved community.

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Latest episode · Apr 7, 2026 · 62 min

Worker of the Word: Rewriting the Stories We Carry

Shani and Jesy sit down with Micheal J. Ivory Jr. on what it means to work the word when your own story holds so many layers.

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Apr 7, 2026 · 62 min

Worker of the Word: Rewriting the Stories We Carry

Shani and Jesy sit down with Micheal J. Ivory Jr. on what it means to work the word when your own story holds so many layers.

Feb 24, 2026 · 67 min

Take it Out the Groupchat: Be So For Real

A brand-new segment where the things usually said in the group chat get said straight into the mic.

Feb 17, 2026 · 59 min

Sacred Stories: Where Art, Theology and Race Converge

A Black History Month conversation with Dr. Tamisha A. Tyler — theologian, poet, and cultural firestarter.

Jan 31, 2026 · 77 min

Becoming Who We Are in Service with Larissa Kwong Abazia

Rev. Larissa Kwong Abazia brings wisdom, warmth, and truth to a conversation on service, faith, and identity.

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