On this episode of Culture Rich Conversations from Juneau’s Black Awareness Association, host Christina Michelle kicks off season five with an update on the past summer in the Black community here in Juneau. Then, the show begins a new mini-series about African Americans in Alaska and their relationship with their hair. 

After a summer packed with activities, Christina Michelle returns to Culture Rich Conversations to unveil the new CRC team, an updated season schedule, and a fresh perspective on discussions about Black Alaskans and textured hair.

Christina Michelle hosts the conversation. Culture Rich Conversations airs Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. on KTOO and KAUK and is rebroadcast at 7:00 p.m. You can Listen online or subscribe to the podcast.

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Culture Rich Conversations is a production of KTOO in partnership
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Natasha Boozer and Angel Collins produced today’s show.
The show was engineered by Al Boogie, and administrative management was handled by Jordan Lewis.
Additional assistance by Cheryl Snyder and Bostin Christopher.

On this episode of Culture Rich Conversations from Juneau’s Black Awareness Association, host Christina Michelle is catching up with Lance Mitchell regarding The Supremes and their upcoming August concert as well as filling us in on all the events happening this summer with Alaska’s Black Community.  As summer approaches, a vibrant array of events awaits us! From Juneteenth celebrations to electrifying performances by the Supremes, Christina Michelle provides a captivating preview of what Alaska’s Black Community has in store for the coming months.

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Culture Rich Conversations is a production of KTOO in partnership with the Black Awareness Association of Juneau. Natasha Boozer produced today’s show with assistance from Al Wilson and Cheryl Snyder.

On this episode of Culture Rich Conversations from Juneau’s Black Awareness Association, host Christina Michelle and her guest, Angelica Fields-Morgan, have a discussion about the banned book, “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo,” by author Taylor Jenkins Reid. 

In the novel, legendary film star Evelyn Hugo tells reporter Monique Grant about her life. At 79 years old, with all her close family members and former spouses gone, Evelyn is finally ready to share the true story of her life, including the secret she has kept hidden from the public for decades.

Christina Michelle hosts the conversation. Culture Rich Conversations airs Thursday at 3:00 p.m. on KTOO and KAUK and is rebroadcast at 7:00 p.m. Listen online or subscribe to the podcast.

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Culture Rich Conversations is a production of KTOO in partnership
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Natasha Boozer produced today’s show
with assistance from Cheryl Snyder, Al Wilson, Bostin Christopher, and Craig Georg.

On this episode of Culture Rich Conversations from Juneau’s Black Awareness Association, host Christina Michelle and her guests explore the relationship between Black Alaskans and food. 

From soul food to BBQ and everything in between, the Black community is passionate about what they put on their plates. Today’s guests discuss why using real ingredients instead of over-processed food in every meal is so important. 

Christina Michelle hosts the conversation. Culture Rich Conversations airs Thursday at 3:00 p.m. on KTOO and KAUK with a rebroadcast at 7:00 p.m. Listen online or subscribe to the podcast.

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Culture Rich Conversations is a production of KTOO in partnership
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Natasha Boozer produced today’s show
with assistance from Cheryl Snyder, Bostin Christopher, and Erin Tripp.

On this episode of Culture Rich Conversations from Juneau’s Black Awareness Association, host Christina Michelle and her guests have an open and honest conversation about the Black-lived experience of becoming a new Alaskan in 2024. 

Moving to Alaska can be a culture shock for anyone, and in a state where only three percent are part of the Black community, it’s even more challenging. Today’s guests discuss what it took for them to call Alaska home. 

Christina Michelle hosts the conversation. Culture Rich Conversations airs Thursday at 3:00 p.m. on KTOO and KAUK and is rebroadcast at 7:00 p.m. You can listen online or subscribe to the podcast.

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Culture Rich Conversations is a production of KTOO in partnership
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Natasha Boozer produced today’s show
with assistance from Cheryl Snyder, Bostin Christopher, and Erin Tripp.

On this episode of Culture Rich Conversations from Juneau’s Black Awareness Association, host Christina Michelle and her guests discuss all the latest hot topics in Black culture. 

It’s only been four months, but there’s already plenty to talk about! With the ongoing feud between Kendrick Lamar, Drake, and J. Cole, as well as P. Diddy and his salacious allegations, this roundtable discussion covers it all and so much more. 

Christina Michelle hosts the conversation. Culture Rich Conversations airs Thursday at 3:00 p.m. on KTOO and KAUK with a rebroadcast at 7:00 p.m. Listen online or subscribe to the podcast.

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Culture Rich Conversations is a production of KTOO in partnership
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Natasha Boozer produced today’s show
with assistance from Cheryl Snyder, Bostin Christopher, and Erin Tripp.

On this episode of Culture Rich Conversations from Juneau’s Black Awareness Association, they continue celebrating Women’s History Month as Host Christina Michelle and her guests have an open and honest conversation about the Black-lived experience of being an influential Black woman in Alaska. 

From the good, the bad, the ugly, and everything in between, Christina Michelle and her guests share their journey’s into becoming positive influences in their communities. 

Guests:

Reverend Mildred Parker is the Executive Minister for Administration and Ministries at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church. She has been at Shiloh in this role since July 2021. She previously worked at thread (Alaska’s Child Care Resource & Referral organization) as a professional development specialist from 2014-2021. Rev. Parker has over 20 years of experience in early childhood education. She has a Master of Science with a specialization in Teaching Adults in Early Childhood Education Field degree. She loves spending time with her husband of 26 years and traveling.

Lori A. Colbert is a lifelong Alaskan. She is a graduate of Claremont McKenna College and Willamette University College of Law and the owner of Colbert Family Law, LLC. Lori is a member of the Alaska and American Bar Associations and she serves as the Alaska State Delegate for the American Bar Association House of Delegates. She is active in her community as a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Alaska Alumnae Chapter, and she serves as Chair of the Board of Directors for Shiloh Community Development, Inc. Lori is also an active member of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church. She is the mother to two daughters and grandmother to two grandsons.

Thalia Bunton

Christina Michelle hosts the conversation. Culture Rich Conversations airs Thursday at 3:00 p.m. on KTOO and KAUK and is rebroadcast at 7:00 p.m. You can listen online or subscribe to the podcast.

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Culture Rich Conversations is a production of KTOO in partnership
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Natasha Boozer produced today’s show
with assistance from Cheryl Snyder, Bostin Christopher, and Erin Tripp.

On this episode of Culture Rich Conversations from Juneau’s Black Awareness Association they are continuing their celebration of Women’s History Month. Host Christina Michelle and her guests have an eye-opening and revealing conversation about the realities of what it means to be Black and trans in Alaska. 

The Black and trans community in Alaska is one that few may know much about. Christina Michelle and her guests discuss everything from relationships and discrimination to how important it is to keep spreading awareness about this Black lived experience. 

Guests:

MoHagani Magnetek, Fairbanks, AK

Nay Bain-Harris, Toronto, Ontario

Aud Pleas, Anchorage, AK

Christina Michelle hosts the conversation. Culture Rich Conversations airs Thursday at 3:00 p.m. on KTOO and KAUK with a rebroadcast at 7:00 p.m. Listen online or subscribe to the podcast.

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Culture Rich Conversations is a production of KTOO in partnership
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Natasha Boozer produced today’s show
with assistance from Cheryl Snyder, Bostin Christopher, and Erin Tripp.

On this episode of Culture Rich Conversations from Juneau’s Black Awareness Association they conclude their celebration of Black History Month with an in-depth conversation with Doug Melville, author of “Invisible Generals.” 

Host Christina Michelle and Melville discuss the details of his journey in uncovering the truth of his family’s history and their groundbreaking contribution to de-segregating America’s military. From America’s first Black generals to the Tuskegee Airman in World War II including paving the way for women in the airforce.

From the author’s website:

One of today’s most innovative and sought-out voices in diversity, equity, and inclusion, Doug Melville, CEO of Jodie AI, is a celebrated author and three-time TEDx speaker. He has been featured prominently in the media, including CBS Saturday Morning, TIME, The Daily Show, The Guardian, The Breakfast Club, and The Washington Post, and is also a Forbes.com contributor.

A fifth-generation leader, Doug Melville’s family has worked under ten different presidential administrations to advance the safety, equality, and fair treatment of all Americans.  Throughout his career, he has served as the global head of diversity for a major international holding company and top 10 global creative agency.  His first book, INVISIBLE GENERALS: Rediscovering Family Legacy, and a Quest to Honor America’s First Black Generals (Simon & Schuster) debuted November 2023 as an Amazon #1 Best-Selling New Release, and has since become the subject of a PBS NewsHour Classroom Daily News Lesson. To learn more, visit DougMelville.com and follow @DougMelville on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter.

Christina Michelle hosts the conversation. Culture Rich Conversations airs Thursday at 3:00 p.m. on KTOO and KAUK with a rebroadcast at 7:00 p.m. Listen online or subscribe to the podcast.

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Culture Rich Conversations is a production of KTOO in partnership
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Natasha Boozer produced today’s show
with assistance from Cheryl Snyder, Bostin Christopher, and Erin Tripp.

On this episode of Culture Rich Conversations from Juneau’s Black Awareness Association, the celebration of Black History Month continues by conversing with the NAACP of Anchorage about “Lift Every Voice and Sing” and “The Star-Spangled Banner.”

Host Christina Michelle and her guests discuss the origins of “Lift Every Voice and Sing” and “The Star-Spangled Banner.” From their historical influence to today’s current controversy, Christina Michelle and the NAACP of Anchorage take an unflinching look at the truth of Black culture and American history. 

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Christina Michelle hosts the conversation. Culture Rich Conversations airs Thursday at 3:00 p.m. on KTOO and KAUK with a rebroadcast at 7:00 p.m. Listen online or subscribe to the podcast.

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Culture Rich Conversations is a production of KTOO in partnership
with the Black Awareness Association of Juneau.
Natasha Boozer produced today’s show
with assistance from Cheryl Snyder, Bostin Christopher, and Erin Tripp.