Spark in the Valley

Happy new year! lets say goodbye to 2020 together with this ridiculous episode full of outtakes and bloopers and plenty of original music by our hosts     Spark in the Valley is - Julius Johnson, Cody Hensley, Alex Sharp, and JP Vasquez

In this special Purple Mountain Pods production, "Racism After Death," we explore the concept of white privilege and racism existing long after we've died. Schylar Knox discovered a cemetery in the worst condition she had ever seen. Shocked, she did some research, only to find that this particular cemetery was an African American graveyard and it wasn't the only one of its kind in terrible condition. Does this show that racism can exist even after death? Join us as we explore the story of the Good Citizen's Cemetery and discuss the problem and possible solutions for curing racism after death. 

  Produced by - Cody Hensley 

Hosts - Schylar Knox and Alex Sharp 

Original music by - Cody Hensley

When is it ok to turn the other cheek at hypocrisy? Why do we overlook aspects of our social flaws and permit our leaders to commit indisputable acts of division in a country that prides itself on unity?   Join Spark In The Valley as we explore the dirt under the fabric of America’s carpet. It’s a beautiful tapestry of diverse reds, whites, blues, blacks, browns and rainbows that emulate the flag many love so much. Technically according to 4 U.S. Code § 8. Respect for flag, The flag should never touch anything beneath it, such as the ground, the floor, water, or merchandise, but that’s another story.   Please enjoy Spark In the Valley Episode 4 - Pardon My Parler

Producer/Host: Julius Johnson   

Music Supervisor/Composer/Associate Producer/Host: Cody Hensley  

 Associate Producer/Social Media Manager/Host: Jean-Pierre Vasquez   

Associate Producer/Research Supervisor/Host: Alex Sharp

This week the pod explores gerrymandering, voter suppression tactics and the electoral college. The hosts discuss the Netflix special “Whose Vote Counts: Explained”. Miss Information stops by to shed light on the electoral college and urges listeners to do their own research. They also highlight the 3rd District Tennessee House Representative race through a special interview with the democratic candidate for the seat, Meg Gorman.

Welcome to Spark in the Valley's first episode! In this episode we discuss an overarching theme of Hypocrisy in America with an emphasis on information retrieval as well as abortion rights in America. The hosts get to know one another and explore the goals of the pod as a place to spark conversation with those of opposing views. The episode ends with some action points to help listeners embark on their own exploration of politics and, subsequently, how to begin sparking important conversations in their own lives. 

Producer: Julius Johnson.   Research Manager/Writer: Alex Sharp    Associate Producer/ Social Media Manager: JP Vasquez   Music Supervisor / Original Music: Cody Hensley