My friend Alma Cardenas Rodriguez and I dive into the story of Esther—one of the Bible's most powerful and courageous women. But we're not just talking about her bravery. We're unpacking how Esther's story has been used to teach purity culture and what that means for us today.

Alma Cardenas Rodriguez is a Mexico Estadounidense born, raised, and living in the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles CA. Alma is the daughter of Teresa and Alberto who migrated from the Sierras in the Durango and Jalisco Mexico states. She comes from a lineage of stubborn, resistant, creative, and intuitive women, and from corn and bean cultivators, and beekeepers. She is a mother, wife, mentor, poet, and published author passionate about creating spaces where women and Young Adults of color can tap into the well of stories and powerful voices they carry within through journaling and sensory practices for healing and collective well-being.

Welcome to the first episode of Bible Tea with Roslyn Hernández! Join me and my guest, Chris Burton, as we dive into one of the juiciest stories from the Bible: the scandalous tale of David and Bathsheba. (Scandalous because of David!) We'll spill the tea on this ancient drama, exploring all the twists and turns like it's the latest gossip.

Grab your favorite cup of tea and get ready for a fun, insightful, and refreshing take on a timeless story. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Bible stories served with a side of tea!

Chris Burton is a minister, teacher, writer, and professional speaker who works with various groups to bring together people who may be surprised by what they have in common. Chris is the sole proprietor of an abolitionist and anti-racist consulting agency for churches, schools, and communities called Di Baddest Consulting and the Director of the Leadership Institute at Union Presbyterian Seminary. Born and educated in Brooklyn, Chris is a writer for himself and others. Chris hosts BaddestChaplain, a theology and culture podcast. You can find Chris on TikTok, Youtube and Substack @baddestchaplain and at BaddestChaplain.com.