Hey Saints Pod

Zamir and Jame tackle the big question, "Does deliverance work?" The dialogue emphasizes the significance of truth and authenticity in liberating individuals from societal norms and the necessity of creating inclusive spaces for all. In this conversation, Jame and Zamir explore the complexities of queerness, sexual orientation, and the impact of societal norms and religious teachings on individual identity. They discuss the importance of self-acceptance, representation, and the need for safe spaces within faith communities. The dialogue emphasizes the necessity of eliminating harm rather than merely reducing it, advocating for authenticity and self-love as essential components of personal and communal growth.

self-acceptance, queerness, deliverance, LGBTQ+ identity, faith, authenticity, visibility, love, empowerment, queerness, sexual orientation, church, identity, self-acceptance, representation, safe spaces, harm reduction, authenticity, love

Your faves Jame & Zamir try their best to honor D'Angelo without getting sidetracked. What comes up are conversations about navigating fame, misheard lyrics and simply being yourself.

podcasting, community, visibility, loss, legacy, fame, social media, music, accountability, substance abuse, queerness, faith, self-acceptance, community, truth, visibility, shame, music, identity, neo soul

Your fave queer saints Jame and Zamir pay tribute to Vanessa Brown-Knowles, highlight a few progressive voices in faith, and talk "I'm A Christian Before I'm Black"

podcast, black culture, church, Vanessa Brown, E. Dewey Smith, Jamal Bryant, blackness, Christian nationalism, cultural identity, colonialism, cultural identity, blackness, faith, privilege, church inclusivity, cultural context, food, cultural appropriation, listener advice

Zamir and Jame take a look at the Charlie Kirk incident and what it revealed about the current state of the church and also Mahoganee and the hug that went around the world.

Gospel Spotlight: Lamar Campbell

My .99¢:

He's a Real Friend - The Clark Sisters

A Friend - The Winans

So Good - Nate Bean & 4Given feat. Antwaun Cooks

Look & Live - Michael Fletcher & The Michael Fletcher Chorale

Who loves Gospel music? We love Gospel Music! Is it true? Mhmmm! In the inaugural episode of the Hey Saints podcast, hosts Zamir and Jame explore their experiences growing up in the church, the music that raised them, the and the evolution of gospel music. Between tangents, the duo also delves into the concept of a 'Gospel Mount Rushmore,' highlighting influential figures in gospel music, including choir masters and songwriters, while celebrating the rich legacy of gospel music.