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Hosted by Rev. Tyler Burns and New York Times Best Selling Author Dr. Jemar Tisby. Tune in every week for engaging discussions and high-profile interviews addressing the core concerns of Black Christians. Pass The Mic is powered by The Witness – A Black Christian Collective. Learn more at TheWitnessBCC.com
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Jul 10, 2024 • 38min
Genocide 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 IsaacSupport the Pass The Mic podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 4, 2024 • 28min
Processing the Biden Trump Debate
Amongst 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

Jun 24, 2024 • 58min
Tony Evans, Celebrity Pastors, and the Death of the Mega Church
Evangelical pastor Tony Evans steps down, sparking a discussion on the Mega Church's future, celebrity pastors, and the importance of accountability. The hosts explore challenges in church leadership, navigating identity, unexpected turns at a funeral, emphasizing humility, and reflections on transforming the American church.

Jun 19, 2024 • 1h 1min
The History and Significance of Juneteenth
Juneteenth 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/passthemicIn 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's latest book: The Spirit of Justice: True Stories of Faith, Race, and Resistance Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 12, 2024 • 51min
SBC, The Alt-Right, And Condemning White Supremacy
Over 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 2017Support this podcast on patreon at www.patreon.com/PassTheMic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 27, 2024 • 48min
The 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

May 20, 2024 • 1h
Brown Faces, White Spaces with Latasha Morrison
Latasha 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

May 13, 2024 • 52min
Pastor Keion Henderson and the "Shush" Heard Around the World
Jemar 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/passthemicmj1lUuB5inmNShZcZCAi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 6, 2024 • 35min
Black In The South
Over 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.comOriginal Airdate: Sept 25 2017Support this podcast on patreon at www.patreon.com/PassTheMic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 29, 2024 • 37min
Kill The Culture Wars
Over 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.comOriginal Airdate: Sept 4 2017We Want To Kill The Culture WarsSupport this podcast on patreon at www.patreon.com/PassTheMic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices