In this episode of Pass The Mic, Executive Producer Beau York and Video Producer Ryan Gentry take a deep dive into the transformation of Christian media over the past three decades. From the 90s age of Veggie Tales to today’s world of Christian Influencers dominating social media, we explore the cultural shifts, technological advancements, and creative approaches that have shaped Christian storytelling.

What lessons can be learned from the successes and failures of each era? Are Christian Influencers meeting the moment, or is something missing from the digital-first landscape? Beau and Ryan discuss the pros and cons of both eras and how the past informs the future of faith-based media.

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This week Dr Jemar Tisby is joined by Dr Dwight Radcliff to discuss his experience as Academic Dean for the William E. Pannell Center for Black Church Studies and Assistant Professor of Mission, Theology, and Culture at Fuller Seminary Houston.

Dwight A. Radcliff Jr. joined the faculty of Fuller as assistant professor of mission, theology, and culture in 2019, and was named at the same time as director of the William E. Pannell Center for Black Church Studies. In 2020, he was named as academic dean for the Pannell Center. Prior to coming to Fuller, Dr. Radcliff taught at Vanguard University, Azusa Pacific University, and the Southern California School of Ministry.

While completing his MDiv in Fuller’s School of Theology, Radcliff was recognized with several awards and scholarships, including the prestigious Parish Pulpit Fellowship graduation prize and the Hooper/Keefe Preaching Award. He earned his PhD in Fuller’s School of Intercultural Studies; in that time he received both a Pannell Fellowship and a King Fellowship. He completed post-master’s studies at the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas and the University of Oxford.

His dissertation is entitled “The Message: A Hip Hop Hermeneutic as a Missiological Model,” and portions of his doctoral research have already been published in a peer-reviewed article in The Journal of Hip Hop Studies and presented in multiple professional, ministry, educational, and popular contexts.

Radcliff lectures in seminaries, universities, and conferences on topics ranging from urban church planting, culture, theology, preaching, social justice, millennials, and evangelism. His teaching and preaching has taken him across the US and abroad to places including Brazil and London. He also previously served as a deputy and chaplain with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, during which time he received recognition and commendations from city, county, state, and federal officials.

Radcliff has over 20 years experience in pastoral ministry, and currently serves as senior pastor of The Message Center in Gardena, California, where he leads with his wife, DeShun Jones-Radcliff, who serves as the church’s director of administration. He and his wife have two daughters.

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On this week's episode of Pass The Mic Jemar and Tyler are taking stock of the real ones in their life while also exploring broader things of building and maintaining trusted friendships and what it takes to be a real one themselves.

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Tyler Burns is a pastor, podcaster, writer, speaker, and activist. Locally, he serves as the Lead Pastor of Rise City Church in Pensacola, Florida. Nationally, he is the President of The Witness: A Black Christian Collective, an organization committed to educating, encouraging, and empowering Black Christians to be free. He also co-hosts the acclaimed racial justice podcast Pass the Mic with Dr. Jemar Tisby, which has garnered over 8 million downloads in the last 10 years.

Join us for "The Speak Up Lab: Vol 1," an immersive speaking masterclass designed to equip teenagers ages 12-18 with the skills and confidence to become compelling communicators. Taking place on December 7, 2024, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, this 3-hour experience will help teens discover the power of their voice and learn how to use it effectively.

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In a world where verbal connection is becoming a lost art, we believe that being able to speak well is a superpower. We believe that the next generation can find their voices and change the narrative.

Simply put, we want to discover and develop the next generation of compelling communicators. Through practical exercises and personalized coaching, the Speak Up Lab will empower participants with tools to enhance their communication and make their voices heard.

At "The Speak Up Lab", we're not just teaching speaking skills—we're cultivating the next generation of leaders, influencers, and changemakers. Your voice matters, and this is your moment to speak up!

About the Host

Tyler Burns is a pastor, podcaster, writer, speaker, and activist. Locally, he serves as the Lead Pastor of Rise City Church in Pensacola, Florida. Nationally, he is the President of The Witness: A Black Christian Collective, an organization committed to educating, encouraging, and empowering Black Christians to be free. He also co-hosts the acclaimed racial justice podcast Pass the Mic with Dr. Jemar Tisby, which has garnered over 8 million downloads in the last 10 years.

With over 20 years of speaking experience across conferences, churches, college campuses, correctional facilities, and international platforms, Tyler has invested thousands of hours into preparation and delivery, honing his ability to inspire and challenge diverse audiences. He has spoken at rallies, marches, and conferences for justice in the U.S. and globally, including in Mexico and South Africa.

Tyler’s written work and insights have been featured in The Washington Post, The New York Times, The Atlantic, Christianity Today, and more. He is passionate about creating conversations around how the church can be more equitable, ensuring that every person experiences God's shalom and the flourishing of their communities.

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On this week's episode of Pass The Mic, video producer Ryan Gentry joins Dr. Jemar Tisby to discuss the state of the Christian film industry, with a special focus on popular series like God's Not Dead. They explore the tension between the desire of faith-based audiences to see their stories on screen and the challenges posed by a Christian nationalist perspective often present in these films. Join us for a deep dive into the motivations, impact, and future of Christian cinema.

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In this poignant episode of the Pass The Mic podcast, Dr. Jemar Tisby is joined by EP Beau York to discuss the impact of racism on interpersonal trust with focus on multi ethnic Christian communities. Racism has very personal consequences, and not just the broader societal ones. Let’s talk about it.

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We put it to our patrons and social media to ask us anything they wanted to know or wanted us to respond to. Want to make sure your question gets addressed in a future AMA? Support the show at patreon.com/PassTheMic and you will be the first to know when we gather questions. Thanks to everyone who participated!

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Fuller Texas and the Pannell Center for Black Church Studies welcome author, speaker, and public historian, Dr. Jemar Tisby, author of The Color of Compromise, in celebrating the release of his most recent book The Spirit of Justice: Faith, Race, and Resistance. In this chat recorded live at Fuller Texas, Dr. Tisby will share the heart behind his new work which features bold stories of individuals who have gone before us and how their legacy continues to encourage us to pursue solidarity as the fight against injustices continues today. Following the presentation, Dr. Dwight Radcliff, Academic Dean of the Pannell Center for Black Church Studies at Fuller, will joined Dr. Tisby for an audience Q&A session.

Our thanks to Fuller Texas and the Pannell Center for Black Church Studies at Fuller for sharing this conversation with the Pass The Mic audience.

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The Whole Man is uniquely written for men who desire to grow closer to God with their entire being. The book addresses four components of a man's whole life, applying Scripture and practical wisdom to the head (mental health and theological truth), heart (emotional health and relationships), hands (vocation and physical health), and soul (spiritual health and community).

Written by Christian Black men who speak to the issues that most men face, these 40 devotions support your spiritual development in a holistic approach. After each reading, you’ll find a prayer and reflection questions to help you apply the message and gain success in each area of your life. These meditations emphasize community over individualism and the practical over the theoretical, utilizing both biblical teaching and authentic stories to model how to win spiritually. QR codes with links to specially created videos help you further understand and discuss the topics and themes of the devotions. 

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In this episode of Pass the Mic, hosts Pastor Tyler Burns and Dr. Jemar Tisby engage in a thought-provoking discussion around the state of the church, the lack of quality journalistic reporting when it comes to religion, and the decentering of women in religious spaces inspired by a recent New York Times article "With Gen Z, Men Are Now More Religious Than Women"

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