In this episode, Kathryn and Faitth are reflecting on things they wish they knew about dating and relationships. They are also talking about the ups and downs that come with it. We hope you enjoy this episode and share it with a friend!

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For our first episode back we discuss our reactions to The incredible movie, Woman King. We reflect on the themes of forgiveness, strength, and redemption. If you enjoyed this episode consider supporting our podcast on Patreon. Patreon.com/MelanatedFaith

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Faitth interviews Sandra Maria Van Opstal preacher, trainer, liturgist, and activist, and author about her most recent book Forty Days on Being an Eight

and understanding the Ennegram as a woman of color. http://www.sandravanopstal.com/ https://twitter.com/sandravanopstal https://www.facebook.com/sandramariavanopstal/ https://www.instagram.com/sandravanopstal/ instagram.com/chasingjustice_

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In this episode, we are joined by Kat Armas, theologian and second-generation Cuban American from Miami, FL who holds a dual MDiv and MAT from Fuller Theological Seminary. Kat joins us to talk about how marginalized and overlooked voices–mothers, grandmothers, sisters, and daughters–have more to teach us about following God than we realize.

Kat’s book is Abuelita Faith: What Women on the Margins Teach Us about Wisdom, Persistence, and Strength. You can connect with Kat on Twitter and Instagram, her website, or by listening to The Protagonistas Podcast. 

Austin Woman Magazine profile on Najah Clay: https://atxwoman.com/najah-clay/

KevonStage app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kevonstage-studios/id1536905719

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Kathryn and Faitth interview Dr. Lucretia Berry founder of Browncity and author of Hues of You: An Activity Book for Learning About the Skin You Are In for a discussion on the beauty of brown skin and the harms of color blindness. https://www.instagram.com/lucretiaberry/?hl=en https://brownicity.com/ https://twitter.com/brownicity

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Kathryn and Faitth interview Khristi Lauren Adams author of the new book Unbossed: How Black Girls are Leading the Way about leadership and the young black women who refuse to "wait their turn." https://khristilaurenadams.com/ https://www.instagram.com/KhristiLauren/ https://twitter.com/KhristiLauren/

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Faitth interviews Dorena Williamson author of Crowned with Glory about her calling as an author and the importance of diversity in children's literature.

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Kathryn and Faitth discuss black history and the importance of knowing where you come from. 

Nonfiction

Isabel Wilkerson: The Warmth of Other Suns 

Keisha Blain: Until I am Free Fannie Lou Hamer’s Enduring Message to America

Meghan Parker Brooks: The Speeches of Fannie Lou Hamer To Tell It Like It Is 

Eldridge Cleaver: Soul on Ice

Jasmine Holmes: Carved in Ebony 

Truth’s Table: Black’s Woman’s Musing on Life, Love, Liberation 

Bryan Stevenson: Just Mercy

Bell Hooks: All bout Love

Brittney Cooper: Eloquent Rage

1001 Things Everyone Should Know About African American History by Jefferson Stewart

Documentary 

King in the Wilderness

Movies

Just Mercy 

Uncorked

Fiction: 

Kaitlin Greenridge: Libertie  

Zora Neale Hurston: Their Eyes Were Watching God

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We are taking a short 2 week break before we start a fresh season (Five!) in February. in the meantime, be sure to check out an episode you may have missed in previous seasons!

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In this Episode Kathryn and Retha Nichole discuss tips for balancing our busy lives just in time for those who have committed themselves to be more organized in 2022. 

To purchase the Sunday Planning Journal, visit rethanichole.com

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Instagram: @rethanichole 

Facebook: @rethanichole 

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