Two Mamas and a Mustard Seed

On this episode hosts Kisa Hoeltke and Renee Reithel sit down to talk with Morgan Rumple, an adult transracial adoptee, and Amanda McMonigle, an adoptive mama of two Black boys. Morgan shares her story of loss, struggle, and strength that comes from her own adoption story. Amanda shares the ups and downs of motherhood and learning about the Black experience through her own parenting journey. We talk about everything from Black hair to parenting imperfections to racism in the heartland of America. Whether you are an adoptee, an adoptive parent, or just someone on this road toward racial reconciliation, there is something for everything on this episode.

Pastor Terrence Turman and actor/worship pastor Darian Sanders join hosts Kisa and Hoeltke and Renee Reithel for this two-part episode. Terrence and Darian dive into the issues of being Black men in America and being residents of Louisville, Kentucky, right now. We'll talk about Black boy joy and the hope that Jesus has for all of us.

Pastor Terrence Turman and actor/worship pastor Darian Sanders join hosts Kisa and Hoeltke and Renee Reithel for this two-part episode. Terrence and Darian dive into the issues of being Black men in America and being residents of Louisville, Kentucky, right now. We also talk about how being Black impacts their mental health.

In Episode 4 your hosts Kisa Hoeltke and Renee Reithel share a little bit about their experiences in building ethnically and racially diverse friendships. We'll talk about four steps together: Examine Your Circle, Be Intentional, Get Uncomfortable, and Do the Work. We will also talk about laying a foundation in our kiddos so they will learn how to celebrate diversity and cultivate diverse friendships in their own lives. From flash cards to book clubs to healthy conversations, Kisa and Renee will give you all kinds of tools to help you in the journey of racial reconciliation.

From Kenosha to Minneapolis to Louisville to Portland to San Antonio, racial justice is at the heart of the American conversation right now. We'll discuss how perhaps there's something standing in the way of justice in our nation right now — overwhelming fear. Pull up a chair and dive into this much-needed conversation with Renee & Kisa. Of course, we will feature a hero of the civil rights movement. And on this episode we honor the beautiful Chadwick Boseman.

Mamas have a lot more in common than most people realize: we all love a good trip to the grocery store alone; we all have to scrub crayon off our walls at one time or another; and we all love our children fiercely. In this episode Kisa and Renee narrow in on their common experiences that come when parenting Black sons in America. Parenting Black sons involves sleepless nights, overwhelming frustration, and leaning on one another. We will examine the history that brought us to today—the history that often labeled Black men and women as criminals before they even had a chance. Pull up a chair and dive into the conversation as we learn the truth about Black boys, that they are image-bearers of the creator.

In this episode Kisa and Renee talk about how this podcast about race in America even came to be and why they are choosing to remain hopeful in the midst of continuous racism and unrest. They will talk about personal experiences and how you can be a part of the conversation. They will also honor civil rights activist Reverend CT Vivian.

We are so excited to be starting this new podcast. Two Mamas and a Mustard Seed will launch Aug. 17, 2020. We are just two mamas trying to hang on to Jesus and walk the road of racial reconciliation. Join us as we talk about faith, hope, and race in America.

Trailer Written and Produced by: Kisa Hoeltke and Renee Lewis

Trailer Editing by: Renee Reithel

Trailer Music: Where I Wanna Be by Dazy Chain

Podcast Logo Illustrations by: Austin Light