Tenaciously Black is an eight-episode podcast hosted by journalists Tim Pulliam and Bernadette Jay. Through conversations with artists, creators, experts, leaders and cultural voices, the series centers Black culture, stories, issues and impact with warmth, curiosity and journalistic depth.

]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:59:02 GMTSat, 19 Sep 2026 22:09:54 GMT60Tenaciously Black<p>Tenaciously Black is an eight-episode podcast hosted by journalists Tim Pulliam and Bernadette Jay. Through conversations with artists, creators, experts, leaders and cultural voices, the series centers Black culture, stories, issues and impact with warmth, curiosity and journalistic depth.</p>episodicTenaciously Blacktenaciouslyblack@gmail.comnoIn this conversation, we’re joined by Pastor Melvin Speed of The Will of God Church in Adamstown, Maryland, and the Rev. Dr. Kia Hood-Scott of Greater Galilee in Charlotte, North Carolina. We discuss the decline of Christianity in the Black community, exploring the reasons behind this trend and the search for inclusive sacred spaces. They address the cultural challenges facing the church, the importance of social justice and the need for youth engagement, particularly in voting rights. The discussion emphasizes the need for churches to adapt to change, especially in the post-COVID-19 era, and highlights the diverse demographics of church membership, as well as the growth and challenges facing urban and rural churches.

]]>32f2716c-9cc0-4d9f-826a-6bb276b24ba8Mon, 26 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>In this conversation, we’re joined by Pastor Melvin Speed of The Will of God Church in Adamstown, Maryland, and the Rev. Dr. Kia Hood-Scott of Greater Galilee in Charlotte, North Carolina. We discuss the decline of Christianity in the Black community, exploring the reasons behind this trend and the search for inclusive sacred spaces. They address the cultural challenges facing the church, the importance of social justice and the need for youth engagement, particularly in voting rights. The discussion emphasizes the need for churches to adapt to change, especially in the post-COVID-19 era, and highlights the diverse demographics of church membership, as well as the growth and challenges facing urban and rural churches.</p>no00:55:1414The Doors of the Church are Open!fullIn this conversation, Zainab Johnson shares her journey as a comedian, discussing the challenges and triumphs she has faced, particularly as a black woman in the industry. She reflects on the importance of mentorship, the evolution of comedy in a mainstream context, and the unique obstacles that black women encounter. Zainab also emphasizes the significance of representation for Muslim identity in comedy and the impact of social media on the comedic landscape.

]]>dbc58259-0e3c-443f-a503-20e6ba6741b1Mon, 12 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>In this conversation, Zainab Johnson shares her journey as a comedian, discussing the challenges and triumphs she has faced, particularly as a black woman in the industry. She reflects on the importance of mentorship, the evolution of comedy in a mainstream context, and the unique obstacles that black women encounter. Zainab also emphasizes the significance of representation for Muslim identity in comedy and the impact of social media on the comedic landscape.</p>no00:56:5713"What's Funny?" with Zainab JohnsonfullIn this episode, Tabitha Brown shares her journey from North Carolina to becoming a beloved media personality and entrepreneur. She discusses the importance of authenticity, resilience, and community in building a successful life and career.

]]>b30c1f4f-ff85-4798-a779-3e3fdebc7fb1Mon, 28 Sep 2026 10:36:58 GMT<p>In this episode, Tabitha Brown shares her journey from North Carolina to becoming a beloved media personality and entrepreneur. She discusses the importance of authenticity, resilience, and community in building a successful life and career.</p><p><br /></p>no00:44:3412Well...Hello There, Mrs. Tabitha BrownfullIn this episode of the Tenaciously Black podcast, host Tim and Bernadette share their journey of friendship, their experiences in journalism, and the importance of community and support. They reflect on their early careers, the challenges they faced, and the lessons learned along the way. The conversation also delves into the significance of Black identity and family dynamics within the Black community, setting the stage for future discussions on various topics relevant to their audience.

]]>f556fe2c-78ee-4dd7-949a-9ed2ed6e75a1Sat, 19 Sep 2026 22:17:01 GMT<p>In this episode of the Tenaciously Black podcast, host Tim and Bernadette share their journey of friendship, their experiences in journalism, and the importance of community and support. They reflect on their early careers, the challenges they faced, and the lessons learned along the way. The conversation also delves into the significance of Black identity and family dynamics within the Black community, setting the stage for future discussions on various topics relevant to their audience.</p>no00:26:1911Allow Me to Introduce Myselffull