Brave Space Live

06/11/2023

05/10/2023

In our last episode of Season 3, we are joined by our producers (name of guest & title) in a conversation centering Black & Q***r joy. We talk about what it means to be Black and Q***r - two targeted identities, and their journey to claim (or reclaim) "radical" self-love in the intersections.

Madison Butler is a New Englander at heart but moved to Austin in 2017. Her work is focused around creating equitable spaces and creating scalable strategies to achieve psychological safety. She is an outspoken advocate for mental health, removing stigma around trauma, DEI and the ability to be "human at work". She is passionate about facilitating hard conversations through storytelling, data and tough empathy.

She works with companies to help transform their organization into spaces that are safe for everyone. Through this work she helps embed the principles and practices of equity into the DNA of your business structure and processes.

Madison is committed to deconstructing the status quo and rebuilding corporate America, one organization at a time. Her mission is to ensure that no one ever feels like corporate spaces were not made for them, and they can live, work, and exist out loud.

She is a start-up enthusiast and is passionate about building inclusive teams from the ground up with early stage companies. Madison is committed to helping change the narrative around what it looks like to be “human at work”, and hoping to help alleviate unconscious bias in corporate America.

07/09/2023

You've heard of the glass ceiling, which describes the invisible (are they really?) barriers women face when advancing in their professional careers or organizational hierarchies. But did you know that racialized women (or we can use the term women of color, feel free to change as you see it) face different barriers made up of completely different (and more solid) material? The US Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the percentage of women participating in the workforce in 2022 was 56.8. This means that women make up more than half of the nation's workforce, and yet the playing field remains unbalanced. In this episode we talk about the concrete and bamboo ceilings for women of color with (name of guest & title), and how we can use our (invisible) sledgehammers to shatter them.

24/08/2023

Cultures across the world deal with death differently, and the United States is no exception. How do we practice liberation and anti-oppression when we are grieving?

This week our special guest is hospice chaplain Rev. Yung Me Morris. When it comes to death, we often associate the concept of a dignified death with medical aid in dying, referencing physician-assisted su***de. These conversations often neglect other methods of preserving dignity in dying, or more accurately, living. Research shows that people who receive quality/holistic end of life care live longer and happier lives until they pass on. This week we discuss the difficult topics of grief, death, and dying, exploring the importance of palliative care and current approaches to end of life care structures in the US Healthcare system that center the wholeness of a human being.

Rev. Yung Me Suh Morris is a First Generation Korean American who was born in Seoul, South Korea. Together with her parents and younger brother, she emigrated to the United States, Chicago, IL, specifically, where she grew up speaking Mid-western English, navigating multiple cultures and developing a deep abiding love for deep dish pizza and lasagna.

Rev. Morris earned her BA and MA in Education Ministries from Wheaton College and earned her MDiv from San Francisco Theological Seminary. Rev. Morris’ ministry includes pastoring parishes, chaplaincy in hospitals and hospice, and street chaplaincy with the unhoused.

Rev. Morris and her spouse, Morgan, have three children (two out of the nest and one nearly out) and three miniature poodles (that will never leave home) in West Chester, PA. Among her interests, Rev. Morris is a Certified Massage Therapist specializing in Deep Tissue, Trauma Release and Acupressure. She is also a Reiki Master Teacher, yoga practitioner and dances because the pleasure of it connects her deeply to Spirit.

10/08/2023

How do we imagine a future where discipline and nonviolence seamlessly coexist? In this week's episode we discuss a more compassionate, radically empathetic and neurodevelopmentally-informed approach to parenting and raising children. Education expert and former teacher Joy Marilie joins us this week for an all Black-women conversation as we talk about the gentle parenting movement and how we can create safer practices and spaces for our children to learn and grow.

Joy Marilie Jackson is a former teacher and school leader with over 20 years of experience in early childhood and elementary education. She now works as an education consultant in NYC schools and non-profit organizations, and as a Conscious parenting coach, as she homeschools her 5-year-old using the Montessori Method.

06/08/2023

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13/07/2023

From the attacks on DEI initiatives to the Supreme Court destruction of affirmative action… how do we process all that is happening in colleges and universities? Tune in this week as talk about justice in higher education with special guests Letitia Tajuba & Qasim Rashid.

Letitia Tajuba is a former educator (K-12 and higher education) and public servant with a career working in DEIB, Residence Life, Athletics, and so much more. While simultaneously volunteering for political campaigns, nonprofits that benefit the youth, and conservation, Tajuba is enjoying a reprieve from education and working in corporate aviation.

Qasim Rashid is a human rights lawyer who built his career fighting for survivors of domestic violence, asylum seekers, and low income communities. He and his family immigrated from Pakistan to the United States with his family when he was five. As a child, Qasim grew up in Section 8 housing in DuPage county. Qasim’s parents, who were both teachers, instilled in him a deep commitment of service to humanity and upholding justice.

29/06/2023

Over the past couple of years, we have seen the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) go to the Supreme Court, fights for indigenous water rights and environmental protections at Standing Rock and the Willow Project, increased visibility for missing and murdered indigenous people (MMIP), and the Pope's apology tour to Indigenous people for the settler-colonial violence they endured from the Canadian government and the Catholic Church. Are we ready to talk about Indigenous Sovereignty? In this episode, native civil rights activist Rev. Gator Lone Wolf joins us to discuss the contemporary issues that Indigenous people are facing today. Learn with us how we can all become better advocates for Indigenous rights.

Gator Lone Wolf was born in South Carolina near the ancient lower towns of the Cherokee where his ancestors lived. He's been a civil rights activist for 20+ years and has worked for the equality of Indigenous people across the country. Gator is a member of the American Indian Movement and stays active in events across Turtle Island. In addition, he is the Co-President of the Native/Indigenous NRG at a healthcare company and serves as co-pastor at Unity Fellowship of Owensboro, KY. Gator has a wonderful husband and amazing son that are his world and he loves to fish, hunt and partake in Cherokee traditional ceremonies when not working.

15/06/2023

What about our culture actively produces lonely, angry, and isolated white men? This week we discuss the dynamic we often don't talk about - the manufacturing white supremacy, toxic masculinity, and an American-hypercapitalist image. We are joined by special guest, chaplain Bentley Stewart to explore how we can challenge the "loneliness epidemic" bred from whiteness and capitalism and work towards a world where community and equality are keys to our collective connection and healing.

Bentley Stewart and his wife live in St. Petersburg, Florida and he has two adult sons. Currently, he serves as the chaplain of St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital. Previously, Bentley pastored Christian Church of Vacaville, California for four years. Before that, he worked as a chaplain for people experiencing homelessness, planted a church, managed co-curricular activities for ministers in formation with Disciples Seminary Foundation. In his decade of hospital ministry, Bentley pursued interests in pediatrics, palliative care, clinical ethics, inter-professional communication, and cultural bridging. He is ordained by the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), is endorsed as a chaplain by Disciples Home Mission, and serves as one of the denomination’s anti-racism trainers. Bentley holds a BA from Flagler College and an MDiv from the University of Redlands Graduate School of Theology, home of San Francisco Theological Seminary.

01/06/2023

From banning books to anti-LGBTQ laws to the war on "wokism" to defunding DEI - what lengths will today's US politicians go to legislate away our rights and slowly chip away at our freedoms? ...It's Giving Fascism. Join us as we kick off Season 3 discussing the alarming escalation of anti-liberation legislation sweeping the United States.

31/05/2023

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31/05/2023

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30/05/2023

How about those wild state bills being proposed? But "they" won't really pass them as law... would they 🤔 Legislating against liberation should probably make you uncomfy - tune in tomorrow night at 8pm EST when we get into it! As a reminder - there is a reason for seperation between church & state here in America and in this Brave Take, Mel will tell you all about why.

04/05/2023

Season 3 is almost here!!! 🎉🎉🎉 We are so looking forward to these amazing conversations. New to the show? Please like, follow, and subscribe!

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21/12/2022

We here are wishing everyone a Happy Holidays and a Joyous New Year!

we also know that this time of the year can be very hard on folks and that there is much suffering and sadness in our world so we send loving condolences and a warm hug to everyone. And a reminder to reach out and check on those you care about. We’ll see you in 2023!!

06/11/2022

Studying history will sometimes DISTURB you.

Studying history will sometimes UPSET you.

Studying history will sometimes make you FURIOUS.

If studying history always makes you feel proud and happy, you probably aren't studying history.

03/11/2022

On our last episode of Season 2, we speak with two of our producers, Darling and Ben, who both identify as LGBTQIA2+. Join us for a conversation on what it means to center and celebrate q***r voices.

20/10/2022

This week Tychelle and Mel discuss the many ways culture gets consumed by whiteness, why appropriation is harmful, and how we can learn to appreciate and celebrate culture without appropriating it.

06/10/2022

On tonight's episode we'll be joined by friend to the show Rebecca Larsen & new friend to the show JC Goodhart, we'll be talking about dating preferences and if our preferences are ultimately related to prejudice and what any of it even means

04/10/2022

🗣🚨This Wednesday at 8pm EST, Brave Space tackles the touch topic of Preference vs Prejudice. Or, how Prejudice indeed does influence our preferences. Check us out. Bring yo questions!

22/09/2022

This week, Tychelle and Mel sit down with Dr. Rev. Monica Cross to discuss transgender identities and issues. From her journey in the US Navy to her love for science fiction to her work as an author and activist, we are excited to welcome Dr. Cross to Brave Space Live!

Dr. Rev. Monica Cross serves as Pastor at First Christian Church of Oakland in Oakland, Ca., Associate Minister at Tapestry Ministries, Disciples of Christ, Christian Church in Berkeley, Ca., and Director of Women’s Ministries in the Christan Church Disciples of Christ in Northern California and Nevada (CCNCN). She is a Transformational Leader Fellow of the Sojourner Truth Leadership Circle of Auburn Seminary in New York, City, NY. Monica is the Founder of Global Prayer Network, Author of Reflections of a Prophet Without Honor - a book of reflections that emerge from her life with God, Authenticity, and Imagination in the Face of Oppression - Autobiographical, it addresses gender, race, religion, sexuality, and strategies towards liberation. Monica is also on the Prophetic Council of the Poor People’s Campaign and the board of TransHeartline, a non-profit organization that provides support for transgender people. Originally from Los Angeles, Ca, she now resides in the SF Bay Area.

20/09/2022

People have multitudes! This week we virtually sit down with Dr. Rev. Monica Cross and all her layers. Author, Sci-fi fan, and a real treat! 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️

13/09/2022

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08/09/2022

YOU ARE HERE!!! Take a look at our list of upcoming shows. Get in where you fit in!! See you there!!!

08/09/2022

We’re live y’all!!! Right now!! What do you wanna know about affirmative action. Come join and bring your questions. Don’t forget to like, share and subscribe.

08/09/2022

This week Mel and Tychelle debunk myths about affirmative action, both in the workplace and in education.

25/08/2022

This week we welcome special guest Adam Jackson to the show, an anti-racism educator, transracial adoptee, and good friend of Tychelle. Adam will be talking to us about his experiences with transracial adoption and the challenges and pain many people are not aware of.

Adam Jackson has been a leader in a Fortune 100 company for many years. In his work, he has focused on associate and community well being. He’s facilitated inclusion and diversity (aka Antiracist) training and workshops for K-12 schools, non profits, and corporate leaders. Adam has a history of working collaboratively with community organizations that share common values of grounded in antiracism and re-envisioning our communities needs. Dr. Eddie Moore Jr., Dr. Marguerite Penick-Parks, and Adam created the region's first Diversity Leadership Institute, a week-long overnight camp for high school students, to build on their skills, knowledge, and connections to be leaders of tomorrow. He is an active executive team and Chair of the Board of Directors for the Brown County United Way, and Vice Chair at an antiracist policy center non-profit, Kids Forward.