Podcast
The Elusive Dream Podcast
Hosted by Urban Arts Digital · EN
What is the elusive dream? The Elusive Dream Season One is a conversation between sociologist, Dr. Korie Little Edwards and clergy, Pastor Rich Johnson about the intersection of race and religion. Together, we seek to uncover the hidden forces in our society that deepen racial injustices.
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Let the Women Lead
May 31, 202200:31:13Tap to summarizeIn this bonus episode, hear the full interview with Pashia Thomas.
Transcribe →The Gift of Song and Feminine Energy
May 16, 202200:31:15Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Dr. Korie and Ps Rich lift up a woman’s voice in the conversation about mobilizing the black church. There are both historical and current events that confirm their essential role.
Transcribe →The Black Leader as Mediator
May 3, 202200:37:10Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Dr. Korie and Ps Rich discuss the complexities of the mediator role of black church leaders. It’s an important role that challenges leaders as they serve and mobilize the community.
Transcribe →A New Generation of Black Leaders
Mar 21, 202200:39:57Tap to summarizeIn episode 3, Pastor Rich and Dr. Korie focus on challenges that a younger generation of Black pastors face when trying to mobilize the church. They discuss their interview with Pastor Taelor Gray, who is a local pastor, hip hop artist and podcaster. To make progress in the community, leaders need to become more in touch with their community. Do we have ears to hear?
Transcribe →Smart Suits Tattered Boots
Mar 7, 202200:27:58Tap to summarizeIn episode 2, pastor Rich interviews Dr. Korie on her latest book, Smart Suits Tattered Boots, released February 1st. The Black Church is uniquely equipped to mobilize for racial justice, but what factors contribute or hinder their effectiveness? Join the journey today!
Transcribe →Welcome Back
Feb 21, 202200:19:13Tap to summarizeIn this first episode of season 2, Dr. Korie and Pastor Rich are back and share what they’ve been up to since last season. They’ve got exciting news to share as the Elusive Dream continues to build a beloved community.
Transcribe →Come to the Altar
May 17, 202100:40:33Tap to summarizeIn the final episode of The Elusive Dream Podcast, Dr. Korie and Pastor Rich reflect on the discussions and interviews of the previous episodes. What’s next for our growing podcast community? Where do we go from here to pursue the beloved community? Come join us at the altar.
Transcribe →Strength to Love
Apr 26, 202100:44:14Tap to summarizeIn episode 7, Dr. Korie interviews Pastor Bryan Loritts on his experience leading a multiracial church as a person of color. Along with insight from Pastor Rich, they discuss the need for a strength to love in the midst of the struggle for justice. Show Notes:Episode 6 Recap (2:43)Leading a Multiracial Church as a Pastor of Color (6:01)Woke White Christians (12:47)Dr. King/”Strength to Love” (21:49)Finding Hope (28:07)How do You Take Care of Yourself? (32:43)
Transcribe →Rev. Goatley discusses the Black Church
Apr 12, 202101:09:55Tap to summarizeThis bonus episode is the full-length interview from Dr. Korie Little Edwards and Rev. Dr. David Emmanuel Goatley. The Black Church has a historical and relevant perspective on matters of justice. Shaped from the crucible of racial segregation, what does the Black Church have to say about injustice?
Transcribe →The Religion of Whiteness
Mar 29, 202100:36:43Summary readyIn episode 6, Dr. Korie and Pastor Rich engage updated research from guest, Dr. Michael Emerson, author of the culture-shifting book Divided By Faith. Current data suggests that the racial divide has gotten worse, not better, in the last 20 years. What shall we call this divide?Show Notes:Episode 5 Recap (:52)What’s going on with our white siblings? (3:26)Why has it gotten worse? (10:11)Is this new? (15:53)Is there any hope? (27:30)
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