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Be the Bridge Podcast

Be the Bridge
Racial Justice
Racial Healing
Be the Bridge
Christianity
Systemic Racism
Mental Health
Immigration
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Hope
Community Engagement
Racism
Racial Equity
Empathy
Racial Reconciliation
American Politics
Adoption
Compassion
Grief
Bible
Racial Trauma

The Be the Bridge Podcast is a resource from the non-profit organization Be the Bridge, which was founded in 2016 by best-selling author and leader in the fight for racial justice, Latasha Morrison. Be the Bridge responds to racial brokenness and systemic injustice in our world and believes understanding can move us toward racial healing, racial equity, and racial unity. This podcast is an extensi... more

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Latest Episodes

Thank you so much for joining in for another great conversation on the Be The Bridge Podcast. Today, we have Dr. Will Gravely and Dr. Matthew Turner walking us through the very timely subject of Christian Nationalism and what it looks like to live in... more

In this episode of the Be the Bridge podcast, Sarah Connatser speaks with Dorcas Cheng-Tozun about her writing, her faith, and her justice work. They discuss the importance of understanding migration and mental health theologically, the role of Made ... more

Professor of Theology at Wheaton College, Dr. Vincent Bacote joined Latasha Morrison on the Be the Bridge Podcast to talk about the role of the Black Church in American Christianity, the contextualization of theology, the importance of understanding ... more

Professor of Theology at Wheaton College, Dr. Vincent Bacote joined Latasha Morrison on the Be the Bridge Podcast to talk about the role of the Black Church in American Christianity, the contextualization of theology, the importance of understanding ... more

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Recent Guests

Dorcas Cheng-Tozun
Author and advocate on mental health, migration, and justice
Author; Be the Bridge collaborator
Episode: Dorcas Cheng-Tozun on Mental Health, Migration, and Making an Impact for Justice as a Sensitive Soul
Vincent Bacote
Professor of Theology and Director of the Center for Applied Christian Ethics at Wheaton College
Wheaton College
Episode: Dr. Vincent Bacote on the role of the Black Church in American Christianity and the Need for Diverse Voices in our Theology
Dr. Terence Lester
Founder of Love Beyond Walls and advocate for educational justice
Love Beyond Walls
Episode: Dr. Terence Lester on Breaking the Chains of Educational Injustice and on His Personal Journey of Resilience
Drew Hart
Author, speaker, and professor of theology at Messiah University
Messiah University
Episode: Drew Hart on an Answer to White Christian Supremacy that is Centuries in the Making
Kara Powell
Chief of Leadership Formation at Fuller Theological Seminary and Executive Director of the Fuller Youth Institute
Fuller Theological Seminary
Episode: Raymond Chang and Kara Powell on the Future-Focused Church
Raymond Chang
Executive Director of Tenx10 Collaboration and President of the Asian American Christian Collaborative
Tenx10 Collaboration
Episode: Raymond Chang and Kara Powell on the Future-Focused Church
Dr. Malcolm Foley
A pastor, scholar, and speaker with a focus on racial justice and equity.
Baylor University, Mosaic Waco
Episode: Malcolm Foley on the Anti-Greed Gospel and Why the Love of Money is the Root of Racism
Tony Sundermeier
Reverend and co-leader at First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta
First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta
Episode: Stories of Hope and Help: Highlighting Justice Work in a Local Church and through Mental Healthcare
Katie Sundermeier
Reverend and mental health director, involved with justice work
First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta
Episode: Stories of Hope and Help: Highlighting Justice Work in a Local Church and through Mental Healthcare

Host

Latasha Morrison
Founder of Be the Bridge and author focused on racial justice and reconciliation

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 857 ratings
  • Informative, honest and practical

    I look forward to listening to each podcast as it drops. Many times I’ve finished listening and thought “this is my favorite episode!”. I love the honest dialogue keeping it real, the highly informative rooted in history and research, and the foundational truth of always being anchored in the Bible. My current role is to lead global healing and unity and DEI for a global church in 30+ countries, all to say that despite my already lean in and education in this space, I’m still constantly learni... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maria :):)
    United States3 years ago
  • Important work here!

    If you’re not listening to anything else, Be The Bridge is the thing you should be listening to! I have enjoyed every minute of this podcast while also being challenged to reframe some of the ways I think about things. Very important work! Thank you to Latasha for doing the work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LaurenDev4
    United States3 years ago
  • I love Be the Bridge. Truth telling in the spirit of love and reconciliation,

    Audible
    5
    SF
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent Honest Coversations

    I love Be the Bridge. Truth telling in the spirit of love and reconciliation,

    Audible
    5
    SF
    United States3 years ago
  • God bless you

    & all you do

    Just what I needed on my walk with Yeshua, the Way, the truth & the life

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @mountainbadger
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners value the honest, thoughtful conversations and the combination of historical context, research, and biblical grounding.
Many describe the content as educational and challenging, helping them reconsider their views and find practical ways to engage.
Listeners praise Latasha Morrison's warmth, experience, and thoughtful conversations with guests.
Some reviews criticize lengthy episodes, editing, or distracting sound effects.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Dorcas Cheng-Tozun on Mental Health, Migration, and Making an Impact for Justice as a Sensitive Soul
Q: What does social justice look like for sensitive souls who are introverted or highly empathic?
Dorcas shares that meaningful justice work for sensitive people involves leveraging a diverse set of roles beyond marching—education, research, mentorship, cultural work, and community building—allowing individuals to contribute in ways that fit their temperament while still creating impact.
Dr. Vincent Bacote on the role of the Black Church in American Christianity and the Need for Diverse Voices in our Theology
Q: What can the broader church learn from the African American spiritual formation?
Dr. Bacote emphasizes the fundamental dignity of every human being, the courage to speak up even when it isn't popular, and the importance of recognizing God's world as a shared space where the church must advocate for justice and empathy, not just personal piety.
Dr. Terence Lester on Breaking the Chains of Educational Injustice and on His Personal Journey of Resilience
Q: Can you talk about systematically this connection between redlining, school systems, resources, and education?
Dr. Lester highlights that housing and education are interconnected, where where one lives affects the quality of education they receive.
Dr. Terence Lester on Breaking the Chains of Educational Injustice and on His Personal Journey of Resilience
Q: What gives you hope these days?
Dr. Lester discusses his faith and the experiences of those he helps as sources of hope.
[The Justice Table] The Most Wonderful Time of the Year?
Q: What does peace on earth look like for us today?
Peace looks like communities refusing to surrender to despair and choosing compassion over cynicism.

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What is Be the Bridge Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Conversations connect Christian faith with racial justice, reconciliation, and practical community action. Episodes typically pair host Latasha Morrison with theologians, authors, advocates, and community leaders, alongside occasional roundtable discussions with other faith leaders. Topics include the Black church, immigration, educational inequity, mental health, and how churches can respond to injustice. The approach combines personal stories and historical context with biblical interpretation and concrete ways to engage, making complex social issues accessible to Christians seeking to learn or act within their communities. A distinctive emphasis is the relationship between spiritual formation and racial healing: discussions invite listen... more

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Recent guests on Be the Bridge Podcast include:

1. Dorcas Cheng-Tozun
2. Vincent Bacote
3. Dr. Terence Lester
4. Drew Hart
5. Kara Powell
6. Raymond Chang
7. Dr. Malcolm Foley
8. Tony Sundermeier

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