In Black Church, White Church, Charlie Kirk, Anthony Mitchell examines the deep divide between Black and White Christianity in America — revealed through the starkly different reactions to Charlie Kirk’s death. Through sermons, statistics, and listener letters, The Median Society explores how one faith can speak two very different truths about justice, race, and redemption.

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In this episode of The Median Society, host Anthony Mitchell explores the weight of words and the enduring power of kindness. Drawing on the wisdom of Fred Rogers, Maya Angelou, Martin Luther King Jr., Mother Teresa, and modern voices like Brené Brown, the episode shows how simple words can shape lives, build communities, and leave echoes across generations. Listener letters bring these truths to life, reminding us that kindness requires no defense — it speaks for itself.

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In this History Beat, Anthony Mitchell uncovers the hidden history of tipping in America. What many see as a gesture of generosity began as a tool of exploitation—denying Black workers fair wages after slavery. Through history, law, and listener voices, we trace how tipping was built on racial inequality and why its legacy still affects millions of workers today.

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This episode of The Median Society unpacks the concept of Black fatigue—the exhaustion caused by generations of racism, inequity, and microaggressions. Host Anthony Mitchell explores its impact on health, work, and daily life, while amplifying stories that reveal both the weight of the struggle and the resilience that carries communities forward.

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Floyd Norman was Disney’s first Black animator, yet his name was buried while his work shaped classics like Sleeping Beauty and The Jungle Book. In this episode of The Median Society’s History Beat, host Anthony Mitchell uncovers Norman’s overlooked legacy, contrasts Walt Disney’s selective credit-giving, and shares listener letters on other hidden Black history figures. A powerful reminder that history doesn’t hide itself—people choose to bury it.

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In this episode of The Median Society, host Anthony Mitchell takes us back to Richmond, Virginia’s notorious “Devil’s Half Acre.” Once a center of the domestic slave trade, it stood as both a site of suffering and resilience. We uncover the history of Lumpkin’s Jail, the lives it held captive, and how this place of pain became a cornerstone for Black education and freedom.

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Civil rights in America were never guaranteed — they were fought for, won, and now face a new wave of rollbacks. From voting restrictions to the dismantling of affirmative action, DEI bans, and reproductive rights under attack, Anthony Mitchell explores how decades of progress are being unraveled and what it means for democracy. With history, statistics, and listener voices, this episode of The Median Society asks: how do we defend rights once thought secure?

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In this episode of The Median Society, host Anthony Mitchell explores the rising unemployment crisis facing Black women in 2025. With job loss rates climbing to 6.7% and over 300,000 Black women pushed out of the workforce, households and communities are bearing the brunt. Through hard data, expert insights, and listener letters, the episode uncovers the structural causes, the ripple effects on Black families, and the urgent need for solutions.

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Host Anthony Mitchell explores the legacy of psychologist Dr. Mamie Phipps Clark, whose work on identity, human touch, and racial trauma helped shape Brown v. Board of Education. This powerful episode highlights how Dr. Clark used empathy, communication, and connection to change psychology—and how her insights still matter today.

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In The Silent Language of Men, host Anthony Mitchell explores the quiet struggles and unspoken signals that shape the emotional and psychological lives of men. From subtle body language to the coded behaviors passed down through generations, this episode digs deep into how men communicate beyond words—and what society often misses. With raw honesty and thoughtful commentary, Anthony challenges cultural expectations, opens up about his own experiences, and invites listeners to reflect on the ways silence speaks volumes in male identity, mental health, and connection.

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