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- BMP 45: A School Full of Michael Scotts - Interview with Stacey HarkeyIn this episode, Nate and Rachel sit down with the Stacey Harkey, the intersectional icon himself to discuss his experience as a queer black man in Utah and the work he is doing to make Utah a better place for all!59 min
- BMP 44: Activism and Ashy Ankles - Interview w/ Terri tha RevolutionaryWe're back! In this episode, Nate and Rachel interview Terri Hughes about her experience moving to Utah as a teen, and the development of her passion for activism.47 min
- BMP 43: Hot Girls Don't Listen To Influencers
Nate and Rachel interviewed Alexia, also known as Hotweirdg0rl on TikTok. They discussed what fueled her passion for content creation, advocacy, and her experience at PWIs. Alexia also shared about her experiences at law school and how it helps her with her content creation. Listen in to hear about her thoughts on where social media and TikTok are headed too.
56 min - BMP 42: Black Entrepreneurship - Interview with Brandon Day
In this episode, Nate and Rachel sit down with Brandon Day, CEO of Brand One Media. Brand One Media is the only black-owned ad agency in Utah.
46 min - BMP 41: The intersections of converting from being a Baptist to the LDS church but leaving, sexuality, AND being Black
In this episode, Nate and Rachel interview an old friend, Andra Johnson. They ask him about his experience joining the church, especially coming from such a different religious and cultural experience in an all-Black Baptist church. Andra shares how coming to BYU and being in Utah shifted his experience with church & racism. While also discussing how coming to terms with sexuality impacted his self-discovery in his early 20s and how he's kept his faith as a Christian throughout his journey.
50 min - Big Sibling Energy, AGAIN
Without even realizing it, Nate and Rachel interviewed their siblings in consecutive weeks! In this episode, we bring Alexandria Byrd onto the show to talk about her recent experiences on the BYU Civil Rights Seminar, one of the best classes the university has to offer.
51 min - BMP 39: BYU didn't let Black Students Participate in their own Black History Month Performance....
Nate and Rachel sat down with Ronald Weaver, who shared about his recent experience with the MSS office on BYU campus. Ron shares how he was purposely excluded in the 2023 Perspeice performance, the Black History Month celebration on campus. Ronald shares how the experience made him feel targeted and how this negative experience has turned him off from wanting to participate in future celebrations.
51 min - BMP 38: Racism In Your Backyard - Interview with Chandra & Jordan Smith
In this episode, Nate and Rachel interview Chandra and Jordan Smith. Chandra and Jordan are parents of six children, three of whom are transracially adopted. They share some of the traumatic racial experiences their family has been subject to during their time in Utah.
1 hr 35 min - BMP 37: Inclusion Work With Kids and Utahns is Different! Interview w/ Lets Talk SisIn this episode, Nate and Rachel Interview Alexis Bradley and Chante Stutznegger, a sister duo who started an Instagram account called Let's Talk Sis where they began educating on racism within the Utah community. They started by teaching families online to then speaking at events in person, and are now co-owners of a DEI consulting firm, Sinclair Consdtuing. These two shares wisdom throughout this episode on not just their own journey, but also on how to lead conversations about race.1 hr 6 min
- BMP 36: Selfless Service - Interview w/ Meligha Garfield
Nate and Rachel interview Meligha Garfield, Director of the Black Cultural Center at the University of Utah. Meligha is a pillar in the Salt Lake City community as he strives to build black community and create space for success.
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About Black Menaces Podcast
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Welcome to the Black Menaces Podcast! Join hosts Nate Byrd and Rachel Weaver as they discuss life, social issues, and general Menace Activity! Offering a perfect mix of wit, personality, and serious discussion of relevant issues, Nate and Rachel are guaranteed to leave you smiling and well-informed. For anyone looking to join the Menace Movement, this is your Podcast! Email your questions and Menace Moments to [email protected]
BMP Theme Music by: Ethan Gifford