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The purpose of Fitting the Description is to dissect how intersectionality and identity influences the way people are treated in the United States of America. We will also challenge our audience to i... more
FAQs about Fitting the Description:How many episodes does Fitting the Description have?The podcast currently has 9 episodes available.
August 27, 2020The Description of a Civil Rights IconThis Podcast is rooted in the quest for systemic change for the least of these. Annette and Darren understand that everything they are is because of those who have paved the way before them. This is the final episode of season 1 and to wrap the season up they have invited a Civil Rights Icon, Mrs. Sheyann Christburg to charge this generation....more54minPlay
August 20, 2020The Description of a Dark-Skin Woman (Part 2 of a Conversation on Colorism)Colorism is prejudice or discrimination against individuals with a dark skin tone, typically among people within the same ethnic or racial group and it has plagued the black community for far too long. Today we will have a moving conversation with a dark-skinned woman, Josephine Amusa. We take a deep dive into how colorism has impacted her life. ...more1h 7minPlay
August 13, 2020The Description of a Light Skin Man (Part 1 of a Conversation on Colorism)Colorism is prejudice or discrimination against individuals with a dark skin tone, typically among people within the same ethnic or racial group and it has plagued the black community for far too long. Today we will a conversation with a lighter-skinned individual, Dorian Davis. This conversation will be thought-provoking and provide nuggets and ways in which we can deface and challenge colorism within the black community. ...more43minPlay
August 06, 2020The Description of a Nigerian WomanToday's episode discusses another facet of blackness and explores how ethnicity dictates our human experiences. Our guest, Nekpen Osuan is a Nigerian woman with a unique perspective as an immigrant. Enjoy!...more45minPlay
July 30, 2020The Black Queer PersonBlack Queer persons have been ostracized within the black community for countless years. Today we will have a robust conversation with Willie the Genius and dissect the in and outs of his intersectionality. Get ready for an extremely vulnerable and eye-opening conversation. ...more1h 12minPlay
July 23, 2020The Description of a Black Lesbian WomanBlack lesbians have been marginalized within the black community for years. Today, we will jump into a meaningful discussion with Tiffany Madison about the challenges she continues to face because of how she identifies. Our hope is that hearts, minds, and policies are changed as a result of this conversation. ...more47minPlay
July 16, 2020The Description of a Black WomanBlack women have been disenfranchised, silenced, and marginalized since the inception of this country. Today, we have a conversation with Khadijah Abdullah about the challenges that face our Black women and a moment for our society to make shifts in work policies to provide all Americans with the respect to be their authentic self each day. ...more49minPlay
July 09, 2020The Description of a Black MaleBlack men have been oppressed for 400 years through slavery, lynching, mass incarceration, and police brulaity. Today, we will have a conversation with Damien Jones about the realities of the Black man in America and a moment to reimagine what the world would look like without these systems of oppression....more41minPlay
June 30, 2020Introducing: Fitting the DescriptionJoin Annette Christie and Darren Dubose two educators, advocates, and friends who are eager to dream and reimagine a world full of liberation. This podcast will offer food for thought, dynamic guests, and a deep look into how identity shapes us all. Subscribe now for updates. ...more3minPlay
FAQs about Fitting the Description:How many episodes does Fitting the Description have?The podcast currently has 9 episodes available.