Episodes
Friday Aug 11, 2023
King Hollis: American Storyteller
Friday Aug 11, 2023
Friday Aug 11, 2023
America has always had a cagey relationship with the art and craft and business of cinema. In this episode, acclaimed film director King Hollis speaks about the dynamic connection between what we see on film and television, and what we perceive and judge as reality— and truth. Said King Hollis, “…in the early days of cinema, the culture shapeed the movies but in these days, it is the movies and television , which shape the culture. “ What does this mean for us going forward?” We take a deep and purposeful drive into the depths of art and cinema as the soundtrack and movement for those whose voices and stories are often pushed into the background.
Thursday Apr 06, 2023
A Manifesto on Justice featuring Ed Gray (The Commish)
Thursday Apr 06, 2023
Thursday Apr 06, 2023
We grow and develop with ideas about what justice is—or, is not.
But in a Nation founded and shaped —as we are told— by Judeo-Christian values— perhaps we should examine justice within that framework. In this episode, we’re going to unpack the realities of justice and how we believe it should inform and influence our choices. Many in our society are quick to say, ‘freedom isn’t free.’ Neither is justice. There is a cost attached to it. A personal cost and a societal cost.
In a frame dominated by a commitment to capitalism and scientism, how does the lack of access to health care, economic stability and emotional well-being pollute all of our lives? And, what should we do? Justice laments the tragedy of broken humans; then does something about it.
Monday Nov 07, 2022
We Don’t Forsake Fathers...not in St. Louis.
Monday Nov 07, 2022
Monday Nov 07, 2022
The awe-inspiring vision of CEO Cheri Tillis-- leader of the 'Fathers and Families Support Center of Missouri' -- is changing the trajectories of families. Through her stunning, innovative --work and belief that 'Every father is a great father,'-- this organization actively re-frames and re-establishes the essential role that fathers must play in the lives of children-- whether they are in the home or not. Tillis' pioneering work can become a beacon of hope across this Nation.
Wednesday Sep 07, 2022
Dallas Cowboys Writer Clarence Hill Discuss Black Athletes and Social Justice Pursuits
Wednesday Sep 07, 2022
Wednesday Sep 07, 2022
Clarence Hill is the beat writer for the Dallas Cowboys and one brilliant jounalist for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram.
We appreciate him being on the show and value the deep insights he shares.
Our podcast series deals with issues of health inequities health disparities primarily in the world of black infant mortality. But we’ve expanded it because none of those issues regarding African-American health exists in a silo. We’ve taken a broader systems view to understanding the healthcare disparities that are it work that net out in metrics of heightened amounts infant mortality reduced life expectancy.
What’s troubling me lately is that I want to figure out to determine a way to encourage more athletes to use their voice and influence to illuminate matters of health disparities in health in equities here in the United States.
Clarence offers his thoughts on this and much more--and he tries to convert me to consider attending a Cowboy game.
Sunday Jun 19, 2022
Juneteenth: A New Approach and Understanding
Sunday Jun 19, 2022
Sunday Jun 19, 2022
Chattel slavery. The owning and trafficking of humans has been around since the beginning of time. But slavery in the United States was especially harsh and cruel. At the beginning of the war we now call the 'Civil War,' there was a rhetoric used about 'protecting our way of life,' or 'preserving the union.' The reality is that is war was about the continuation of slavery in the United States. Since our podcast is designed around health care disparities, black infant mortality, and black maternal health we're going to build in how the aftermath of the war and Jim Crow laid the foundation fo inequities reduced access to health care that exists to this day. But first, we talk about Juneteenth.
Tuesday Nov 23, 2021
Bringing Peace and Shalom to one of Chicago‘s Toughest Neighborhoods
Tuesday Nov 23, 2021
Tuesday Nov 23, 2021
We spent the hour with Pastor Phil Jackson of the Firehouse Community Arts Center (FCAC) in the North Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago. The team at FCAC is impacting the community to reduce violence, help young people acknowledge and face trauma and improve health care outcomes. More info about Pastor Jackson's work can be found here: thefcac.org.
Sunday Jun 13, 2021
Healthcare In America
Sunday Jun 13, 2021
Sunday Jun 13, 2021
Lindell welcomes to The_Gap Podcast Series Joyce Tapley, CEO of Foremost Family Health Centers, to explore the shortcomings and virtues of America's healthcare system.
Tuesday Apr 13, 2021
What Tomorrow Brings: COVID Reflections, The Journey Home
Tuesday Apr 13, 2021
Tuesday Apr 13, 2021
On the season two premiere of The_Gap Podcast Series, Lindell welcomes back midwife Jasmine Farrish of Community Wellness of Tyler to discuss COVID 19's impact on maternal healthcare.
Monday Aug 17, 2020
Mind Your Mental Health
Monday Aug 17, 2020
Monday Aug 17, 2020
Kiva Harper, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), examines the perceptions, practices and stigmas about mental health and wellness.
Monday Jun 01, 2020
Weathering and Black Infant Mortality
Monday Jun 01, 2020
Monday Jun 01, 2020
On the latest installment of The_Gap Podcast Series, Lindell Singleton is joined by Dr. Kyrah Brown, University of Texas, Arlington, Assistant Professor, Public Health. Dr. Brown discusses the long-term and harmful effects of weathering on expectant black mothers and solutions to combat this ever-present health hazard.