The Revival Podcast
Faith, Justice, and Culture for the Now Generation. Hosted by Amber Jones. Follow us on Facebook & Instagram @TheRevivalMN.
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Welcome to The Revival!
We are glad you are here. This podcast was birthed with the sincere intent of forwarding the conversation on the intersections of faith, justice, and culture - particularly centering the voices of Black Christian leaders from all sectors who are advancing a more just world.
Based in the Twin Cities, we also want to shift the narrative to those most impacted by systemic injustice and uplift the innovative ideas and solutions in our communities.
We do this work from an unapologetic stance of being Christ-centered, Black-led, and Progressive.
Be sure to follow us on Instagram @therevivaltcpod, and if you want to support the work of this podcast, visit buymeacoffee.com/therevivaltc.
Episodes
Monday Nov 07, 2022
Monday Nov 07, 2022
In this episode, we welcome freshman Minnesota House Representative Cedrick Frazier to the podcast. We chat about his journey into politics, his efforts to fight for policing & criminal justice reform post the murder of George Floyd, and the imperative to get out the vote.
It is also the day before Election Day! Make sure you are prepared. Visit mnvotes.org for more information and @TheRevivalMN on Instagram for our #ReviveTheVote tips.
Cedrick Frazier represents District 45A in the Minnesota House of Representatives and the Vice Chair of the House Public Safety Committee. He is a former New Hope city council member. Originally from Illinois, he is an attorney by trade, having worked as a public defender for Hennepin County, legal counsel for Minneapolis Public Schools, and for Education Minnesota - the state’s largest labor union.
You can connect with Cedrick at www.cedrickfrazier.com & on Facebook/Twitter/Instagram @CedrickFrazier.
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Monday Oct 31, 2022
Monday Oct 31, 2022
In this episode, we chat with Minnesota State Representative Rena Moran about her trailblazing career as a Black woman and community leader in Minnesota politics, and her transition into her new chapter as a candidate for county commissioner. Most importantly, Rena shares her powerful testimony that we know will bless you immeasurably.
Rena Moran currently represents District 65A in the MN House of Representatives, and has done so since 2010. She has chaired various committees, including most recently, the Ways and Means (or Budget) committee for the House. Having recently retired from the state legislature, she is now seeking the office of Ramsey County Commissioner, District 4. Originally from Chicago, Rena Moran has a background in early childhood education.
You can connect with Rena Moran at www.renamoran.org, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Renaforcommissioner and Instagram @rena.moran.
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Monday Oct 24, 2022
Monday Oct 24, 2022
In this episode, we are joined by activist, organizer, and entrepreneur Brian Fullman, where we discuss the imperative of faith-based organizing in Black churches and communities in this midterm election season.
Brian Fullman is the Lead Organizer for the Barbershop & Black Congregation Cooperative (BBCC) at ISAIAH. ISAIAH is a multi-racial, state-wide, nonpartisan coalition of faith communities fighting for racial and economic justice in Minnesota.
You can contact Brian at bfullman@isaiahmn.org. You can connect with the BBCC on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BBCCStrong.
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Monday Oct 17, 2022
Monday Oct 17, 2022
This week, we kick off our Revive the Vote series on the 2022 midterm election season!
Our featured guest is Ron Harris, Chief Resilience Officer for the City of Minneapolis and longtime political strategist. In his 10+ year career in politics, he has worked in senior staff roles for elected officials such as former U.S. Senator Al Franken & former Minneapolis Council President Lisa Bender. He is a current Minnesota committee member for the Democratic National Committee (DNC), where he also serves as the Midwest Caucus Chair. Ron is an alumnus of the New Leaders Council and a member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
In this episode, we dig deep into the stakes at play for the 2022 midterm elections season, both at a national level and locally within the state of Minnesota. This conversation is a great primer on what major issues are at the front of voters' minds as they head to the polls.
You can find Ron on Instagram & Twitter @ronharrismn.
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Monday Oct 10, 2022
Monday Oct 10, 2022
Season 2 is here! In this episode, we pick up where we left off in Season 1. Hear some life updates from Amber, the process behind The Revival's new brand, and a preview of what's to come in Season 2.
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Monday Apr 18, 2022
Monday Apr 18, 2022
We have made it to the FINALE of Season 1 of the The Revival! In this episode, Amber provides insights, reflections, and action steps as we look at the Resurrection of Jesus and what we as believers are called to do thereafter. This is a purpose-driven, mission-filled end to our first season!
Resources mentioned:
"Jesus and the Disinherited" - Howard Thurman
"Freedom Dreams: The Black Radical Imagination" - Robin D.G. Kelley
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Monday Apr 04, 2022
Monday Apr 04, 2022
We are excited to welcome Destyn Land to The Revival! Destyn is a student affairs professional by day, and creative by night. He is also the creator of the Rethinking Manhood podcast, where he brings men together to unlearn patriarchal masculinity & makes space for men to heal, grow, and learn.
This episode is PACKED with great conversation on healing from church hurt, the work that needs to be done to undo patriarchal masculinity, cautionary tales in the Bible, the Oscars and the "slap heard 'round the world," and what it truly means to Protect Black Women. Pull on up and take a seat because you do NOT want to miss this amazing conversation.
Follow Destyn & his work:
IG: @destynforgreatness/@rethinkingmanhood
Podcast: rethinkingmanhood.buzzsprout.com and wherever you listen to your podcasts
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Monday Mar 21, 2022
Monday Mar 21, 2022
In this episode, Amber calls us back to incorporating an ethic of rest as a devotion and a necessity in our lives.
Resources mentioned:
Jesus Calling: Enjoying Peace in His Presence - Sarah Young
Contingency Blessings sermon (Jer. 29:11) - Rev. Dr. Ronald Bell, Jr.
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Monday Mar 07, 2022
Monday Mar 07, 2022
Amber is joined by Minister JaNaé Bates: organizer, communicator and narrative strategist, and minister of social justice, for a conversation on justice, mercy, redemption, and a faith that combats cynicism in public life.
Follow JaNaé:
Facebook: fb.com/janaebates
Instagram: @janaebates7
Twitter: FavoredJae
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Monday Feb 21, 2022
Monday Feb 21, 2022
Amber breaks from the regular schedule to address the recent traumatic losses in the Twin Cities community.
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