Episodes
For this bonus episode Darius is joined by a panel of Black men who currently live in Memphis to openly process Tyre Nichols's murder. Darius is joined by: Cxffee Black's Bartholomew Jones, Navigating Courage's Dr. Dodson, Rhodes College's Africana Studies Chair Dr. Charles McKinney, and Breathe Brotha's Brennan Steele. Dr. McKinney's Recommendations: 1. MLK50 2. The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin 3. An Unseen Light: Black Struggles for Freedom in Memphis, TN edited by Dr....
Published 01/31/23
Published 01/31/23
Darius and Ryon open the episode celebrating and reflecting on 100 podcast episodes! They are then joined by Jada Bates to have an intentional conversation on being content in singleness and ways that language towards single people could potentially be presumptuous. SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlv...   For All Things Unconformed Podcast: https://www.linktr.ee/UnconformedPodcast
Published 01/26/23
Memphis Kulture founder, Le Marquee La Flora, joins the pod to talk about his clothing line as well as his nonprofit. He also talks about music, adoption, his life and so much more.  Buy Memphis Kulture merch here: https://memphiskulture.myshopify.com/ SUBSCRIBE TO THE POD ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlvTVI85LFiU0XU_en26rg For All Things Unconformed Podcast: https://www.linktr.ee/UnconformedPodcast
Published 01/19/23
Darius & Ryon discuss if it’s harmful to not attend church.  SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlvTVI85LFiU0XU_en26rg  For All Things Unconformed Podcast: https://www.linktr.ee/UnconformedPodcast
Published 01/12/23
Darius converses with Deconstruct Everything host, Carlos Fernandez, about his deconstruction journey. Carlos is someone who’s deconstruction journey led him outside of the faith which makes for an intriguing convo. Song at the end of the episode: Deconstruction by Lecrae To listen to the Unconformed Podcast episode on deconstruction: https://anchor.fm/UnconformedPodcast/episodes/54--Deconstruction-Pros--Cautions-of-Deconstructing-Your-Faith-e1742o9 ...
Published 01/05/23
As we head into a new year Darius and Ryon discuss their annual top observations of the year. They discuss the word gaslighting, Elon and Twitter, Kyrie Irving, Brittany Griner, the Black vote, Lecrae, and MORE.  SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlvTVI85LFiU0XU_en26rg For All Things Unconformed Podcast: https://www.linktr.ee/UnconformedPodcast
Published 12/29/22
Darius and Ryon discuss the topic of Deion Sanders leaving Jackson State University for Colorado. They discuss the question of whether the anger/validation is justified or a sense of entitlement. SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlvTVI85LFiU0XU_en26rg For All Things Unconformed Podcast: https://www.linktr.ee/UnconformedPodcast
Published 12/15/22
Darius and Ryon reflect on, rate, and talk about themes in Black Panther II: Wakanda Forver. This episode was recorded November 17, 2022. SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlvTVI85LFiU0XU_en26rg For All Things Unconformed Podcast: https://www.linktr.ee/UnconformedPodcast
Published 12/09/22
AND Campaign founder and Church Politics Cohost, Justin Giboney, joins the podcast on how Christians should respond to the idea of law & order vs criminal justice reform as well as sharing his thoughts on the midterm elections. To find out more about the and campaign, visit https://andcampaign.org  SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlvTVI85LFiU0XU_en26rg For All Things Unconformed Podcast: https://www.linktr.ee/UnconformedPodcast --- This episode is sponsored...
Published 12/01/22
Ryon is joined on the pod by all around superstar, Laura Kebede, to discuss Woman King. They give a review of the movie as well as their reflections and themes that they saw in the movie.  SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlvTVI85LFiU0XU_en26rg For All Things Unconformed Podcast: https://www.linktr.ee/UnconformedPodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Published 11/25/22
Darius and Ryon have a conversation about money and morals using LIV Golf as the example.  SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlvTVI85LFiU0XU_en26rg For All Things Unconformed Podcast: https://www.linktr.ee/UnconformedPodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Published 11/17/22
Whitney joins the podcast to talk about human trafficking, signs of identifying trafficking, the why behind the church’s negligence, and practical things you can do to help fight trafficking.   For more info about Whitney Trotter: https://whitneytrotter.com/  Upcoming FREE 5K (11/12/22): https://raceroster.com/events/2022/63...  Websites Mentioned: https://7thwell.com  https://www.restorecorps.org  SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlv...  For All Things...
Published 11/10/22
Darius and Ryon have a conversation about the "Billy Graham Rule" and the practicality (or lack thereof) of following that rule in 2022. They use Matt Chandler's alleged reason for his forced sabbatical as an example of the application of the rule.  SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlvTVI85LFiU0XU_en26rg For All Things Unconformed Podcast: https://www.linktr.ee/UnconformedPodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. ...
Published 11/03/22
Darius and Ryon are joined by Avery & Tabitha DeVaughn to talk about traveling tips, hacks, best experiences, worst experiences, and their experiences being Black and traveling.  SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlvTVI85LFiU0XU_en26rg For All Things Unconformed Podcast: https://www.linktr.ee/UnconformedPodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Published 10/27/22
Darius and Ryon used the movie "Honk for Jesus: Save Your Soul" as a guide to discuss if it's problematic to have celebrity pastors, megachurches, and nondisclosure agreements in a church.  SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlvTVI85LFiU0XU_en26rg For All Things Unconformed Podcast: https://www.linktr.ee/UnconformedPodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Published 10/20/22
In part of our episode on faith and music, we continue our conversation with Geremy Davis in discussing the top 5 albums of 2022. Let us know what y'all think! Follow Geremy on all socials @gday85 SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlvTVI85LFiU0XU_en26rg For All Things Unconformed Podcast: https://www.linktr.ee/UnconformedPodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Published 10/13/22
Today we're joined by former NFL Player and current content creator Geremy Davis. We chop it up about the topic of Christians listening to music that isn't traditional "worship music". Follow Geremy on all socials @gday85  SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlvTVI85LFiU0XU_en26rg For All Things Unconformed Podcast: https://www.linktr.ee/UnconformedPodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Published 10/13/22
Darius and Ryon kick off Season 6(!) with a brief check in and they discuss an article titled "The Rise of Lonely Singe Men". They discuss if there's any validity to this claim and who party (or parties may deserve some blame). They wrap up this episode discussing how it may be comparable and relatable in Christian spaces. Lonely Single Men article: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-state-our-unions/202208/the-rise-lonely-single-men SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE:...
Published 10/06/22
For this bonus episode we talked with former NFL player and Obedience Over Religion founder, Geremy Davis. We talked about this upcoming season's favorites, sleepers, and pretenders.  For more Geremy Davis Content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7PFVm4J6D_lGhrwlRKT-Jw SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlvTVI85LFiU0XU_en26rg For All Things Unconformed Podcast: https://www.linktr.ee/UnconformedPodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to...
Published 09/09/22
Darius and Ryon join for a bonus episode discussing student loan forgiveness and if it's fair or enough. They end the episode discussing what's they would do to make college more affordable and have students graduate without debt.  SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlvTVI85LFiU0XU_en26rg For All Things Unconformed Podcast: https://www.linktr.ee/UnconformedPodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Published 08/25/22
For the season finale, Claude Atcho drops by to discuss his new book "Reading Black Books". He also talks about Kevin Durant, Steph Curry, Drake, and the reflection that he recently wrote on Kendrick Lamar's new album.  Purchase Reading Black Books: https://www.amazon.com/Reading-Black-Books-American-Literature/dp/1587435292/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=reading+black+books&qid=1656050427&sr=8-3Claude's Article on Kendrick Lamar's New Album:...
Published 06/24/22
In this episode we we talk with Cherilyn Holloway about abortion, poverty, and healthcare and how those things could consequentially lead to the extinction of Black people.  NOTE: *This episode was recorded on April 19th so no questions about the potential overturning of Roe v Wade were asked in relation to abortion.* For all things Cherilyn Holloway: problackprolife.com SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlvTVI85LFiU0XU_en26rg  For All Things Unconformed Podcast:...
Published 05/05/22
Maisha and Corban Stone stops by to chop it up about their relationship, their podcast, and what dating and marriage looks like in 2022. They follow up by discussing what's on their playlist.   For Sparks with the Stones Podcast: https://www.anchor.fm/maisha-stone  SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlvTVI85LFiU0XU_en26rg For All Things Unconformed Podcast: https://www.linktr.ee/UnconformedPodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a...
Published 04/28/22
Justin Giboney, founder of the & Campaign and Church Politics Podcast host, joins the podcast to talk about the current state of politics and how Christians should engage civically in politics as well as giving his NBA Finals predictions. If you enjoyed this episode, like, subscribe, and leave a review using the links below. For More Info About The & Campaign: https://www.andcampaign.org SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlvTVI85LFiU0XU_en26rg For All Things...
Published 04/21/22