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Brown Enough

Christopher Rivas
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What is the role of Brownness in a Black/white world? That's the question Dominican-Colombian-American actor, author and storyteller Christopher Rivas has been navigating his whole life. Listen as Chris discusses identity, careers, and taking up space with other Brown activists, creators and change-makers. Brown Enough is the stories between Black and white. Scroll all the way down to the bottom o... more

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This is part 2 of me sitting down with the People of The West team of filmmakers and Pechanga tribal members. It is one of our more important episodes to date. Enjoy.

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This week I got to hang with the creators of the beautiful and important documentary People of The West. But before we got into the studio they gave me a tour of their lands, reservation, and I got the honor of meeting wi'áaşal mukát - The 1500 year ... more

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This week we chat with Emma Orfield as I head out to Minneapolis to visit the the anechoic chamber at Orfield Laboratories. It is Guinness World Record-holding room that absorbs 99.99% of sound and measures down to –24.9 decibels. As an avid meditato... more

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This week is a sampling of something going on in the Substack universe, where I host and write for the page, Engaged Liberation. I wrote and explore all things liberation, and I'd say we are in serious need of it right now. On my page, I interview ot... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Maciel
Tribal member, Pechanga Development Corporation Officer
Pechanga Development Corporation
Episode: People of The West, Part 2
Brad Manoa
Director of Pechanga Studios, Pechanga tribal member
Pechanga Studios
Episode: People of The West, Part 2
Nico McGee
Executive producer on People of The West
People of The West / Pechanga Studios
Episode: People of The West, Part 2
Cassidy Murphy
Community member
Pechanga Band of Indians
Episode: People of The West part 1, wi'áaşal mukát
Janice Hayup
Community member
Pechanga Band of Indians
Episode: People of The West part 1, wi'áaşal mukát
Andrew Maciel Sr
Community member
Pechanga Band of Indians
Episode: People of The West part 1, wi'áaşal mukát
Emma Orfield
Owner/Director, Orfield Laboratories
Orfield Laboratories
Episode: Quietest Room On Earth
Veronica Polanco
Hybrid storyteller who combines different mediums
Episode: Engaged Liberation
Carlos Guzman
Founder of Brown N Proud
Brown N Proud
Episode: Brown N Proud

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Christopher Rivas
Host of Brown Enough

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 349 ratings
  • Great show! Fine tune audio

    Interesting topics, generally well done with class & grace.

    Audio sound is low at times and difficult to hear conversations

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ___tariqb94
    United Statesa year ago
  • Alchemy Gold

    These thoughtful, thought-provoking conversations are soul food of a category I haven’t found a name for and didn’t know I needed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ReikistaSoy
    United States2 years ago
  • :-)

    I really enjoyed the Rubirosa series! I hope to hear more stories like this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ericagonzalez
    United States2 years ago
  • Great interviews with heart

    christopher always asks insightful question and it’s a great way to learn

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jonathan Kandell
    United States2 years ago
  • Brown news

    Blessings

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ron Dennis
    United States3 years ago

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Some episodes note audio quality issues but still find topics compelling.
The show often centers Brown experiences and representation in a white-centric world.
Guests and host deliver personal and cultural storytelling that resonates with many listeners.
Fans describe it as a breath of fresh air for discussions about identity and culture.
Listeners praise thoughtful, insightful questions and storytelling.

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Quietest Room On Earth
Q: What is the core takeaway you want listeners to understand about silence or quiet in relation to themselves?
Silence or quiet isn't about the environment alone; it's about what happens inside you when external anchors are removed, revealing how you relate to yourself and the world.
Quietest Room On Earth
Q: How would you describe the first reaction most people have when they open the door to the chamber?
Many describe a sense of pressure on the ears and a realization that sound creates pressure, followed by a shift in perception as they adjust to the doorway and the absence of typical sensory inputs.
Illegally Yours w/ Rafael Agustin
Q: What are you excited about right now?
He talks about the potential of indie film as a major current opportunity, the importance of collaboration and networks, and the goal of building new structures to tell underrepresented stories.
Illegally Yours w/ Rafael Agustin
Q: Can we transition to your creative process?
He explains that deadlines drive production, but the core is loving the story; outlines and planning help avoid blank-page paralysis, and he emphasizes finishing drafts and building pathways even when external systems falter.
Illegally Yours w/ Rafael Agustin
Q: Can you introduce yourself to the listeners?
Rafael introduces himself as a TV writer and author who has led notable film initiatives, sharing that he's a recovering CEO and explaining his career arc from leadership roles to writing full-time.

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