Two Mamas and a Mustard Seed

08/02/2022

Benjamin Oliver Davis, Sr. was the first African American General Officer in the U.S. Armed Forces. General Davis became the first African American to rise to the rank of brigadier general in 1940.

17/01/2022

Martin Luther King…
Life giver to the scheme…
Who gave his life for a dream…
For the unity of human beings….

Many know his story as a civil rights activist that preached love and non-violence in the face of injustice. Dr. King let his faith in God and his words be his weapon. Galvanizing likeminded individuals of the day to sit, stand or march with him for the sake of all humanity, for all of us who are created in the image of God.

He had the most powerful of quotes. Quotes that are both poignant and timeless. Here are a few of my favorites:

“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.”

“Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.”

“Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.”

“The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.”

Martin Luther King Jr., a man of peace in a dark world was born January 15, 1929. We celebrate not only his birthday but his legacy the third Monday of January every year. Don’t let this day go by without embracing his legacy by endeavoring to show love and kindness to all.

1 John 4:7-8 (KJV) Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and anyone that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God. He that loveth not, knoweth not God; for God is love.

07/01/2022

“We're all somewhat courageous, and we're all considerably cowardly. We're all imperfect, and life is simply a perpetual, unending struggle against those imperfections.”

Sidney Poitier, Bahamian born actor, civil rights activist, first black academy award winner who paved the way for many black actors and so much more passed away today, January 7, 2022.

Mr. Poitier was very intentional about the acting roles he took. Although he was often a hero with the characters he portrayed, he often met injustice with forgiveness. This approach was viewed by some as not forceful or direct enough to combat the hatred people of color faced at that time. He knew he was making a difference. He wanted to portray the humanity of black men in a time that didn’t support that truth.

Sidney Poitier was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2009. When asked about his contributions as a trailblazer for African American actors he said, “History will pinpoint me as merely a minor element in an ongoing major event, a small if necessary energy,” he wrote. “But I am nonetheless gratified at having been chosen.”

27/12/2021

“There comes a point where we need to stop just pulling people out of the river. We need to go upstream and find out why they’re falling in.” Desmond Tutu

South Africa’s racial justice advocate, unrelenting challenger of apartheid and peace seeker died Sunday, December 26, 2021.

Archbishop Emeritus Tutu tirelessly worked to tear down apartheid, the system of oppression against the black majority in South Africa, that ended in 1994.

He was the first Black bishop of Johannesburg and first Anglican Archbishop of Cape Town. The bold clergyman used his pulpit as a platform to motivate his audience to be against racial inequity in Africa and globally.

Desmond Tutu also co-authored The Book of Joy with a fellow Nobel Peace Prize Laureate and longtime friend, the 14th Dalai Lama.

23/12/2021

Hey Guys!

I had the pleasure of interviewing celebrity chef and Food Network star Darnell "Super Chef" Ferguson back in September, and I couldn't think of a better way to close out Season 3 and 2021 than with this episode. He is the owner of SuperChefs and the Dripping Crab in Louisville Ky.

More than all of the accolades and achievements, Darnell has a heart for the Lord and for people. Be encouraged and inspired by his story. He also gives us a the first scoop regarding his latest endeavor. You don't want to miss it!

You can learn more about Darnell Ferguson on his social media sites:
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Facebook:
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Two Mamas + A Mustard Seed is a podcast about faith, hope, and race in America. Two Mamas is hosted by Kisa Hoeltke and Renee Reithel in Louisville, Kentucky.

09/11/2021

In this episode I sit down with Junior Bridgeman, a former graduate and U of L basketball player who also had a stint in the NBA playing for the Milwaukee Bucks and the LA Clippers. He and I have a candid conversation discussing family, faith and drive. More than his achievements on the court, his accomplishments as a businessman off of the court are truly remarkable as well.

Ulysses L. Bridgeman Jr. is the owner and chief executive officer of Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC, a Kansas limited liability company which owns and operates a Coca-Cola production/manufacturing facility in Lenexa, Kansas and 17 Coca-Cola distribution facilities sprinkled across the USA’s heartland, including Kansas, Missouri and Illinois. Mr. Bridgeman has personally received many awards, including the Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame; Volunteers of America Tribute Award for Outstanding Service to the Commonwealth of Kentucky; John Thompson Foundation Outstanding Achievement Award; Coach John Wooden Key to Life Award and the Kentucky Entrepreneur Hall of Fame.

Please be inspired and encouraged by this episode.

18/10/2021

11/10/2021

11/10/2021

New Episode available now!!

Buckle up for an extremely thought provoking conversation, just in time for what many knew as Columbus day, but now known as indigenous peoples day! In this episode Mark Charles, a man of Navajo descent, and I discuss some "unsettling truths". These truths date back to the 15th century, but continue to infiltrate mindsets today. He has dedicated many years of study to the impact colonialism has had on the Native and African American people. He'll discuss hard traumatic events in history to help educate us.

While we don't share all of Mark's opinions and views, it's so important to hear from different voices and seek to understand parts of our history that we don't often learn about in depth. With that said, don't shy away from this discussion and do your research as well. We like to quote one of our favorite pastors who often says, "eat the meat and spit out the bones". Take that note as you continue to grow and learn. Many of you will be challenged in your thinking, but implore you to dig in to this conversation.

Two Mamas + A Mustard Seed is a podcast about faith, hope, and race in America. Two Mamas is hosted by Kisa Hoeltke and Renee Reithel in Louisville, Kentucky.

29/09/2021

20/09/2021

Two Mamas and a Mustard Seed is back! Welcome to season 3!

Renee writing here... this season is going to look a little bit different. I am going to take a bit of a break from the podcast to focus on my family. My day job has become quite busy again, which is great news for a freelancer in the middle of a pandemic! Plus my husband and I have two boys, a senior in high school and a first grader. God has made it clear in many different ways that my focus needs to be on my family during this season of life. I will still be cheering Kisa on and helping out as much as I can but you'll mostly be hearing from my beautiful and incredibly talented co-host throughout season 3.

With that said, pull up a seat for Kisa's first conversation of season 3. She and her good friend Dr. Torie Williams, a special education director in Dallas, Texas, talk about a term so many of us have heard recently, ACEs, which stands for Adverse Childhood Experiences. What exactly does ACEs mean? How do these traumatic childhood experiences impact the rest of a child's life? This is a good conversation. You'll learn a ton. I know I did!

Listen now wherever you get your podcasts!

20/07/2021

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12/07/2021

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01/06/2021

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25/05/2021

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17/05/2021

Ladies and Gents, that’s a wrap on season two!
Check out Kisa and Renee’s last episode of the season.

In this episode we recap our discussions to date, and even touch on an uncomfortable topic in the headlines today. As always, we issue a challenge for you guys to be a positive force for change in our world.

Take the summer to catch up on episodes you may have missed on podcast streaming outlets as well as Envision Radio every Tuesday. We have some cool ideas for next season, so stay tuned!

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10/05/2021

Part two of Albert Tate on the church is available now! In this episode we discuss biblical justice, social justice and trigger words. Author Jo Saxton says, "words create worlds". This is so true. Pastor Tate reminds us that it matters how we love!

Romans 12:18 says, "If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone." Let's think about how we are loving our brothers and sisters, and how we are unifying by living peaceably with one another. Being a peacemaker requires action, not just sitting back. It's what we are called to do!

We encourage you to listen to Part Two of Listen to: Albert Tate now wherever you listen to podcasts.
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➼ Spotify http://tinyurl.com/y4tjx8au
➼ You can also catch this episode on Envision Radio on May 18!

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09/05/2021

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mamas out there! If you missed Renee on this Mother’s Day special this morning, you can catch it again this afternoon at 4 p.m.

We appreciate you, mamas!

Renee was honored to be a part of a Mother's Day panel for a special airing Sunday at 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. EST on www.envision-radio.com. We recorded tonight and what a delight to be with fellow mamas who have been through a YEAR. Did you hear me? A YEAR!

Dr. Julia Royston of Julia Royston Enterprises LLC hosted this wonderful group of ladies, Lisa Bailey Bailey Beauty Girl, Erika Young with Evolved Counseling, and Fitmom Staci Stills.

Thank you to Envision Radio dot com for this fantastic conversation. Mamas, take a moment to relax on Sunday. Put Envision Radio on and be encouraged by a conversation full of wisdom and laughter.

Happy Mother's Day, fellow mamas!

06/05/2021

Renee was honored to be a part of a Mother's Day panel for a special airing Sunday at 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. EST on www.envision-radio.com. We recorded tonight and what a delight to be with fellow mamas who have been through a YEAR. Did you hear me? A YEAR!

Dr. Julia Royston of Julia Royston Enterprises LLC hosted this wonderful group of ladies, Lisa Bailey Bailey Beauty Girl, Erika Young with Evolved Counseling, and Fitmom Staci Stills.

Thank you to Envision Radio dot com for this fantastic conversation. Mamas, take a moment to relax on Sunday. Put Envision Radio on and be encouraged by a conversation full of wisdom and laughter.

Happy Mother's Day, fellow mamas!

06/05/2021

Unlikely Friendship: Renee & KisaMay 6, 2021 | Sisterhood Friends Kisa Hoeltke and Renee Reithel started a podcast called Two Mamas and a Mustard Seed that is dedicated to engaging in difficult conversations about race in America.Renee: “I learned a lot despite a bit of discomfort. But, if I don....

04/05/2021

Kisa and Renee were honored to be one of four pairs of friends featured in the May issue of Todays Woman Magazine, a monthly Louisville mag. We talked about our friendship, how Two Mamas and a Mustard Seed came to be, and where we’re going with the podcast.

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If you live in Louisville, pick up a copy at many locations around town. If you are out of town, you can see our feature on page 16 at the link below.

Thank you, Today's Woman, for featuring Two Mamas and a Mustard Seed!

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(Also want to give a shout out to Be The Bridge - Louisville, KY. The writer attributed something to an episode that actually happened in a Be the Bridge meeting—regarding Botham Jean and forgiveness and Renee learning a few things. Thankful for that lesson learned!)

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03/05/2021

Hey Yo, Hey Yo! So excited to to share Part One of our latest conversation. We couldn’t think of a better way to close out season two than with our brother Pastor Albert Tate! Pastor Tate is the founding pastor of Fellowship Church in Monrovia, California, near Los Angeles. Fellowship is one of the fastest-growing multi-ethnic churches in America. He is also the host of Good News Today, a morning devotional show on YouTube, Facebook and Instagram.

While he believes God Is The Goal Period, he is not afraid to talk about the hard things. Buckle up and get ready to sn**ch your righteous mind as we Listen To Albert Tate on the Church.

Listen to: Albert Tate on the Church is available right now on:
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➼ You can also catch the episode on Envision Radio on May 11th!

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01/05/2021

Hey guys! Here’s a video teaser of part 1 of our final interview of season 2. Kisa and Renee get to sit down with Pastor Albert Tate, and the conversation is so good. Listen To: Albert on the Church available May 3rd!

28/04/2021

Well, ya’ll… Renee here. Kisa and I are so close to wrapping up Season 2 for you all. What an incredible and humbling journey it has been for both of us to have so many powerful conversations. I mean… this list of guests! We are honored.

➼ Kentucky State Representative Attica Scott
➼ Army Chaplain Jason Darden
➼ Affordable Housing Professional Chris Lacy
➼ WomanCare's Dr. Ron Wright
➼ Principal Raymond Green
➼ Business Owner Timalyn S Bowens EA
➼ Wellness Expert Jon'a Joiner

And our guest coming up next week! FIRE.

Catch up and join us Monday, May 3, for something awesome. Maybe we will spill the beans and tell you this weekend who Monday's guest is. Maybe we won’t. You’ll just have to keep your eye on our page to find out!

Listen to Two Mamas and a Mustard Seed wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you all for your continued support in these important conversations.

26/04/2021

This week Renee and I continue our conversation with Jon'a Joiner on workplace diversity, inclusion, and self-care. Jon'a is the founder of Drink First Then Pour, where she serves as a healing coach, advisor, and confidant to high-achieving women. She has also been featured in Parents Magazine.

Jon'a will discuss microaggressions, employee wellbeing, epigenetics, and personal boundaries. Her very informed opinion will make you ponder what diversity could or should look like in the workplace.

Listen to: Jon'a Joiner on the workplace and self-care, part 2, is available right now on:
➼ Apple Podcasts http://tinyurl.com/y6fdxrmh
➼ Spotify http://tinyurl.com/y4tjx8au
➼ You can also catch the episode on Envision Radio on May 4th!

19/04/2021

Jon'a Joiner, a wellness expert who speaks around the country and who has been featured in Parents Magazine, joins Kisa and Renee to talk about what it's like to be a person of color in the workplace. We will touch on diversity and inclusion programs in the workplace and we're gonna get deep.

In our Two-Minute Story, we celebrate Ursula Burns, the first Black female Fortune 500 Company CEO. She served as the CEO of Xerox in a tumultuous time for the company. She's inspiring for Black women. She's inspiring for women. She's inspiring for all of us trying to change systems and make things better around us.

Listen to Jon'a Joiner Right Now on:
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➼ You can also catch the episode on Envision Radio on April 27th https://envision-radio.com

18/04/2021

Here's a snippet of our conversation with Jon'a Joiner on this week’s Episode regarding diversity and inclusion in the workplace AVAILABLE TOMORROW. You won’t want to miss this discussion!

16/04/2021

Well, it's Friday, ya'll. We've made it through another very heavy week in America. At Two Mamas and a Mustard Seed, even in the midst of the storm, even when our boat is sinking in a sea of tragedy, we put our hope in Jesus. And we stay in the race even if our eyes are blurry from the tears! We stay committed to justice on this side of eternity as we weep. Don't give up, friends. His unfailing love is OUR HOPE.

"May your unfailing love be with us, LORD, even as we put our hope in you." Psalm 33:22

12/04/2021

Ya'll! This is just a snippet of a really good conversation Kisa and Renee had recently. We had such a fun, light-hearted, and at times serious, time recording Episode 23 for you guys. We paused our "Listen To" series and took a moment to just catch up. We talk about hope, even in the midst of this world filled with hate and injustice. Even in the middle of the chaos, our hope remains.

We also reflect on season 2 so far and some of our favorite moments. We have two more amazing interviews left in the Listen To series. The series will be back April 19! In the meantime, catch the full conversation, we are calling "Our Hope STILL Remains" on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or wherever you may get your podcasts. You can also catch this conversation on Envision Radio April 20 at 11 a.m.

10/04/2021

Happy Saturday ya'll! What a week it has been for Two Mamas and a Mustard Seed. We recorded our last two interviews of the season this week. We just wrapped our last interview about 20 minutes ago. They are going to be so good. Stay tuned for release dates. Seriously... stay tuned. You will NOT want to miss either of these interviews.

09/04/2021

Happy beautiful Friday, ya'll!

We are excited for our episode that is about to drop Monday morning. We're going to push pause on the Listen To series just for a week to catch up, reflect on season 2 and process through some current events. Hope you'll download Episode 23 on Monday morning!

06/04/2021

Tune in today at 11am!

Coming up tomorrow on Two Mamas and a Mustard Seed at 11amest is a discussion on Finance with Timalyn S. Bowens, owner of Bowens Tax & Bookkeeping Solutions. We discuss median income, salary negotiations, and the importance of business mentorship. We also share a digital platform helping to recirculate the Black dollar and strengthen the local economy in Black communities. Tune in to www.envision-radio.com you can download these apps and listen as well mediaU, Get Me Radio, simple radio, radio.garden

05/04/2021

Episode 21 is now available! In this episode we continue our discussion on Finance with Timalyn S. Bowens, owner of Bowens Tax & Bookkeeping Solutions. We discuss median income, salary negotiations, and the importance of business mentorship. We also share a digital platform helping to recirculate the Black dollar and strengthen the local economy in Black communities

Listen to: Timalyn Bowens on Finance is available RIGHT NOW wherever you listen to podcasts or catch this episode on Envision RadioNEXT Tuesday at 11 a.m.
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Spotify: http://tinyurl.com/y4tjx8au


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04/04/2021

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.”John 3:16

“Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live.’” John 11:2

Thankful that our Lord conquered the Grave!

29/03/2021

Episode 21 is now available! This week we will discuss finances, as we Listen to: Timalyn S Bowens EA, owner of Bowens Tax & Bookkeeping Solutions. We will cover topics such as the stark racial inequality of personal finance in America, the racial wealth gap, and student loans. Timalyn will also talk about building and maintaining wealth.

In our two-minute story at the end of the episode, we remember Annie Turnbo Malone, one of the first Black women to reach millionaire status by starting a successful hair care business. You won't want to miss that.

Listen to: Timalyn Bowens on Finance is available RIGHT NOW wherever you listen to podcasts or catch this episode on Envision Radio NEXT Tuesday at 11 a.m.
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Spotify: http://tinyurl.com/y4tjx8au


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25/03/2021

In case you missed us on the Racism and Teachable Moments panel last night with Julia Royston Enterprises LLC and Envision Radio dot com, you can watch the conversation here.

It was a full conversation about solutions and barriers to ending systemic racism. We talked about the media's role in the problem and how we can change how the media portrays people of color. This is a great conversation with much to take away.

Mark Gunn Media Inc. Ava Thompson Greenwell FOCUS on ME Renee Lewis Reithel Kisa Hoeltke

24/03/2021

We are honored to be a part of this panel tonight at 7 p.m. Eastern! Racism and Teachable Moments with host Dr. Julia Royston.

Thank you to Envision Radio and Julia Royston Enterprises LLC for sponsoring this event. We are honored.

Watch us live at 7 p.m. on Facebook at Julia Royston Enterprises LLC or on YouTube at youtube.com/channel/UCxZ6hPU4Ut4OwyObBuSDOMA

Kisa Hoeltke Renee Lewis Reithel