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Those that know Kirk, know that he has a way with people. His talk with singer Tiffany Bynoe was no different and was, in fact, inspirational at times. It is a very honest and open conversation about music, life and love. She talks about her hiatus and return to her music career, her love affair with her husband, her daughter's illness and how her spirituality has carried her through it all. And, naturally, they talk about her new jazz album and the heavy hitters behind it.

"You may have weeded out some good but the great was your calling." "Staying centered is where the magic is". "What you seek is seeking you." These are but a few of the truths shared by renowned bass player/producer/composer/music director Rickey Minor. And there were many more "amen corner" moments throughout his chat with Kirk. But first understand who this man is. Bandleader for The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. Musical Director for mega tours with Alicia Keys, Christina Aguilera and Whitney Houston (among others!). Musical Director for The Grammys, NAACP Awards, the Super Bowl. Two-time Primetime Emmy Award winner for Outstanding Musical Direction. Now that you're enlightened, pull up a seat and soak up this light and wisdom. Phenomenal conversation!

You know how some people radiate beauty from within? Well that is singer-songwriter-actress Sheléa - a very lovely person inside and out with an even lovelier powerful voice. You may not know her but you do in fact know her. Have you seen her tribute to Whitney? Have you seen her as Dorinda Clark Cole? Have you heard her on any Stevie Wonder tracks? Or heard the theme song for the sitcom All of Us? Or the song I'll Never Let You Go from the movie Jumping the Broom? If not, check out Kirk's conversation with her then rush to get up to speed.

In this episode, Kirk and Pastor Davis discover their shared lived experiences as they talk about the importance of their grandmothers in their personal and spiritual development. But they also talk about how their respective sensibilities have evolved beyond merely emulating their elders and reflexive religion to a broader acceptance and understanding of Jesus, Christianity and, yes, humanity. AND of course they talk about music as Pastor Davis is a fan of the old school mainstays like Willie Hutch and Bobby Womack. You absolutely must hear him unpack the melody of Stevie Wonder's Isn't She Lovely. Tune in and treat yourself!

On this episode of Humans Being, Kirk talks music, life and world views with his Summer Horns tour mates - Dave Koz, Mindy Abair and Vincent Ingala. They will be touring into September so be sure to check Kirk's website and social media for dates!

It ain't easy being April Ryan! But she walks with the angels and ancestors at her back, gratitude in her heart and faith in her soul. She talks to Kirk about her career as a journalist in the White House Press Corps, her daughters, her former life as a disc jockey at a jazz station, her love of gospel music and much more. Pull up for another really cool episode of Humans Being!

In this Birthday episode of Humans Being Kirk celebrates his birthday with some very special guests, people and places that are near and dear to him. Pete Gathje from Manna House, Elaine Turner from Slave Haven museum and his mom all join the show! But wait! There's also video with some special surprises for Kirk. Stay tuned in to our social media channels to check it out!

Jamal Bryant stopped by and gave us a Word without even trying. It was a Sunday Word for whatever day of the week you listen to this. He and Kirk talk about embracing the LGBT community and rejecting "heterosupremacy," Morehouse, how COVID changed his ministry and the difference between preaching and pastoring.