In this final episode of Melanated Faith, Katherine and Faitth recount some of the their favorite memories over the years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesPor Melanated Faith

In this episode, Kathryn and Faitth take some time to look back at through the journey of Melanated Faith. They discuss highlights from 2019 until now. Thank you for faithfully listening to us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesPor Melanated Faith

In this episode Faitth and Kathryn share some of their favorite Go Off Sis moments over the years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesPor Melanated Faith

In this episode, Kathryn and Faitth will explore the importance of mentorship in personal and professional growth, and highlight the benefits of having a mentor or being a mentor to others. They share their own stories of how mentorship has impacted their personal lives and careers. Join us as we explore this topic. Support us on Patreon: https://w…

Faitth and Kathryn reflect on their childhoods as young Black girls and the way their identities were shaped by their environments. They share funny stories, family jokes, and more during this episode! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/melanatedfaith?utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan You can follow Melanated Faitth Instagram https://www.in…

Faitth released her new book Remember Me Now: A Journey Back to Myself and a Love Letter to Black Women January 17th. Faitth and Kathryn talk about the book and more in this episode! The book is available wherever books are sold. You can purchase it here from a black-owned bookstore: https://www.mahoganybooks.com/9780593194157 Or https://www.pengui…

This week's episode is a treat! Faitth and Kathryn turn your favorite segment - and ours - into an entire episode. They discuss all the 'mess' while taking time to reflect on what is a 'bless'. We hope you enjoy this episode and share it with a friend! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/melanatedfaith?utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan You c…

This episode Kathryn and Faitth are reflecting on things they wish they knew about church and faith. Faitth and Kathryn explore their church experiences, church hurt, how they’ve healed and processed through it. They share their own journeys which aren’t the same in hopes, it helps you process through your own experiences. We hope you enjoy this ep…

This episode Kathryn and Faitth are reflecting on things they wish they knew about church and faith. Faitth and Kathryn explore their church experiences, church hurt, how they’ve healed and processed through it. They share their own journeys which aren’t the same in hopes, it helps you process through your own experiences. We hope you enjoy this ep…

This episode Kathryn and Faitth are reflecting on things they wish they knew about careers and calling. Finding your passion and also a job can be difficult and sometimes those two things aren’t aligned. How do you keep the spark of your dreams alive when you are in a hard season within your career? How can you shift your expectations for your care…

In this episode, Kathryn and Faitth are reflecting on things they wish they knew about dating and relationships. They are also talking about the ups and downs that come with it. We hope you enjoy this episode and share it with a friend! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/melanatedfaith?utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan You can follow Melana…

For our first episode back we discuss our reactions to The incredible movie, Woman King. We reflect on the themes of forgiveness, strength, and redemption. If you enjoyed this episode consider supporting our podcast on Patreon. Patreon.com/MelanatedFaith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Faitth interviews Sandra Maria Van Opstal preacher, trainer, liturgist, and activist, and author about her most recent book Forty Days on Being an Eight and understanding the Ennegram as a woman of color. http://www.sandravanopstal.com/ https://twitter.com/sandravanopstal https://www.facebook.com/sandramariavanopstal/ https://www.instagram.com/sand…

In this episode, we are joined by Kat Armas, theologian and second-generation Cuban American from Miami, FL who holds a dual MDiv and MAT from Fuller Theological Seminary. Kat joins us to talk about how marginalized and overlooked voices–mothers, grandmothers, sisters, and daughters–have more to teach us about following God than we realize. Kat’s b…

Kathryn and Faitth interview Dr. Lucretia Berry founder of Browncity and author of Hues of You: An Activity Book for Learning About the Skin You Are In for a discussion on the beauty of brown skin and the harms of color blindness. https://www.instagram.com/lucretiaberry/?hl=en https://brownicity.com/ https://twitter.com/brownicity Learn more about …

Kathryn and Faitth interview Khristi Lauren Adams author of the new book Unbossed: How Black Girls are Leading the Way about leadership and the young black women who refuse to "wait their turn." https://khristilaurenadams.com/ https://www.instagram.com/KhristiLauren/ https://twitter.com/KhristiLauren/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho…

Faitth interviews Dorena Williamson author of Crowned with Glory about her calling as an author and the importance of diversity in children's literature. https://dorenawilliamson.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dorenawilliamson/ https://twitter.com/dorenawill https:// www.facebook.com/dorenawill/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/…

Kathryn and Faitth discuss black history and the importance of knowing where you come from. Nonfiction Isabel Wilkerson: The Warmth of Other Suns Keisha Blain: Until I am Free Fannie Lou Hamer’s Enduring Message to America Meghan Parker Brooks: The Speeches of Fannie Lou Hamer To Tell It Like It Is Eldridge Cleaver: Soul on Ice Jasmine Holmes: Carv…

We are taking a short 2 week break before we start a fresh season (Five!) in February. in the meantime, be sure to check out an episode you may have missed in previous seasons! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesPor Melanated Faith

In this Episode Kathryn and Retha Nichole discuss tips for balancing our busy lives just in time for those who have committed themselves to be more organized in 2022. To purchase the Sunday Planning Journal, visit rethanichole.com Where to follow Retha Nicole: Instagram: @rethanichole Facebook: @rethanichole Learn more about your ad choices. Visit …

In this episode Faitth and Kathryn discuss 2021 and invite you into your hopes for 2022. Happy New Year! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesPor Melanated Faith

In this episode, Kathryn and Faitth discuss their favorite items they've bought for frineds and families this year. They also highlight ways you can support black businesses. Merry Christmas and a Happy Holidays from everyone at Melanated Faith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Can I live? is the most listened episode on the Melanated Faith Podcast to date. Today, Kathryn and Faitth pick up their conversation a year and a half later to remember Ahmaud Arbery and discuss the McMichael and Bryan trial. Links: https://www.washingtonpost.com/magazine/2021/11/30/ahmaud-arbery-a-better-glynn-police-brunswick/ Buried Truth Podca…

Kathryn speaks with guest Ifeoma Ibekwe about wealth management and why estate planning is for everyone. Iffy's website: https://ibekwelaw.com/ Follow on Instagram: iffyibekweesq https://www.brookings.edu/blog/up-front/2020/02/27/examining-the-black-white-wealth-gap/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

In this new episode, we are talking with our friend Ashley “Bird” Williams (@heybirdwilliams) about Black women in business. Ashley is a serial entrepreneur, brand builder, and business strategist. She’s the Owner of Bird Williams Consulting, Co-Owner of The League @theleaguehtx, and has owned and operated a number of successful businesses from e-c…

Kathryn and Faitth discuss the new Netflix film Passing and decide whether to recommend it for your holiday weekend viewing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesPor Melanated Faith

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In this episode Kathryn and Faitth discuss one of their favorite reality shows. Links: https://www.washingtonpost.com/arts-entertainment/interactive/2021/black-women-reality-tv/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesPor Melanated Faith

In this episode, Kathryn and Faitth talk Bible study and finding yourself in the story of Scripture with bible teacher and author Kristie Anyabwile. Follow Kristie: https://kristieanyabwile.com Buy her books: His Testimonies, My Heritage Literarily: How Understanding Bible Genres Transforms Bible Study Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph…

In this episode, Kathryn and Faitth discuss the role of black women in public theology. Connect with Ekemini Uwan: website: https://www.sistamatictheology.com/ twitter: @sista_theology We Could Have Changed The World The Hidden Figures of the Church There’s No Going Back to Normal Pre-order Truth's Table book, Truth's Table: Black Women's Musings o…

Today we are talking with Jo Saxton about Black women in leadership. Jo encourages and empowers women who are struggling to find their voice. She drops some wisdom on women defying stereotypes and showing up as their full selves in their community and the workplace. This episode will encourage those of you who are weary from the pandemic, racism, s…

In today's episode, Kathryn and Faitth are talking about Peacebuilding and True Justice with Cameron Friend. The King Center for Nonviolent Social Change The King Philosophy of Nonviolence Follow Cameron on social media here: IG: Cameronafriend TW: Cameronafriend FB: Cameron Alexander Friend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch…

In this episode, Kathryn and Faitth interview the first guest of season 4, Jamie Grace. They discuss Jamie's experience with mental illness as child, her rise to stardom in as a teen, and her experience in the CCM industry as a black woman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

In this short episode, Kathryn and Faitth set the stage for what you can expect from the Melanated Faith season while also looking back on how far they’ve come as a duo. If you want to know what to look forward to this season, you want to check out this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Welcome back! In this episode, Faitth and Kathryn discuss the highlights of their summer and the ways they found rest. They also discuss the new rhythms of life in this season for them. Both have experienced significant life changes over the summer. They have missed podcasting and this episode is to get you all caught up on their lives to date. Wel…

Faitth and Kathryn discuss Juneteenth and Black Music Appreciation Month with Lindsay Love, Community Manager for Taylor Guitars and Producer of “Deep Roots.” Guest: Lindsay Love Director and Producer of Taylor Guitars Deep Roots Deep Roots: The National Museum of African American Music mini-documentary link: https://woodandsteel.taylorguitars.com/…

A bonus episode where Kathryn and special guests co-host of 3 Black Men Podcasts, Robert Monson and writer, Sharifa Stevens discuss the messages and themes of the Disney Plus series "The Falcon and Winter Soldier." Sharifa Stevens instagram/twitter/: @Sharifawrites Sharifa Stevens FB: facebook.com/sharifahaylestevens Robert Monson: Twitter: @robert…

In this episode, Kathryn and Faitth interview writer and rapper Sho Baraka about his latest book “He Saw That It Was Good” Purchase He Saw That It Was Good here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesPor Melanated Faith

Are you ready for the tea?! Faitth and Kathryn are spilling MAJOR news on this episode, hence the title, Pandemic love. Listen to this conversation full of authenticity about where Kathryn and faith are at in life and the good things ahead of them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Faitth and Kathryn discuss life ramping back up due to the vaccine and the expectations to return to life as “normal”. They also address the income disparities and how lower-income communities have been hit hard by covid. While we know nothing will ever be “normal” as it was before, Faitth and Kathryn discuss resisting hustle culture, where you fin…

In part one of this episode, Kathryn and Faitth discuss theological imagination and hope for a world where black women can flourish. Follow Sharifa on her socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/sharifawrites?s=21 Instagram: https://instagram.com/sharifawrites?igshid=6j7n7m8565xt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sharifahaylestevens/ Learn more abou…

In part one of this episode, Kathryn and Faitth discuss theological imagination and hope for a world where black women can flourish. Follow Sharifa on her socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/sharifawrites?s=21, Instagram: https://instagram.com/sharifawrites?igshid=6j7n7m8565xt, Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sharifahaylestevens/ Learn more ab…

In this episode, Kathryn and Faitth discuss misogynoir and the ways black men can be better allies to black women with Pastor Tyler Burns of The Witness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesPor Melanated Faith

In this episode, Kathryn and Faitth discuss the LifeTime TV reality show “Married At First Sight” and toxic theology that keeps women in bad relationships. Abuse and Accountability: An ethic of resistance https://thewitnessbcc.com/abuse-and-accountability-an-ethic-of-resistance/ 7 Signs You are Settling in A Relationship http://www.fatherswap.com/2…

In this episode, Kathryn and Faitth discuss recent mass shootings and how we can care for each other during difficult times. Soul Care in African American Practice by Barbara Peacock Healing Racial Trauma by Sheila Wise Rowe Minor Feelings by Cathy Park Hong Woman dresses up for 52 virtual church services If you enjoy the podcast and our work would…

In this episode, Faitth and Kathryn discuss 2020 and their hopes for life post-COVID. Late Stage Pandemic is Messing With Your Brain There is No Going Back To Normal Showing Mary: How Women Can Share Prayers, Wisdom, And The Blessing of God by Renita J. Weems Chasing Vines by Beth Moore Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

In this episode, Kathryn interviews librarian and transracial adoptee Amanda McClendon about identity, disinformation, and checking your sources. How QAnon fuses Neo-Charismatic Christianity and Conspiracy Theories Why Has Attracted So Many White Evangelicals Why is it so Hard to Reach Christian Conspiracy Theorists SIFT method for Media Literacy A…

In this episode, Faitth and Kathryn have a thrilling conversation with Lyn Sisson-Talbert about the creation of the new Netflix Christmas classic, Jingle Jangle. Follow Lyn on Instagram @lynsissontalbert and visit her website www.lynsissiontalbert.com. Jingle Jangle is now streaming on Netflix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a…

In this bonus Episode Faitth and Kathryn discuss the 2020 election and its meaning for black women. ‘A Long Time Coming’: Black Women Celebrate Harris’s Ascension https://www.nytimes.com/2020/11/07/us/kamala-harris-black-women-first.html She Did It https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2020/11/kamala-harris-makes-history/617002/ Kamala Harris, …

On this episode, Kathryn and Faitth discuss Christian political engagement and voting. Bread for the World fact sheet on hunger https://www.bread.org/library/fact-sheet-get-facts-about-snap The Early Church Saw Itself as a Political Body. We Can Too. https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2020/october-web-only/election-politics-president-trump-early-…