In a profound and engaging episode of the podcast, Dr. Chuck Wallington, author and thought leader, shares his incredible journey from a journalist with a vision to a seasoned executive in the corporate realm. The episode, titled "Breaking Barriers: The Rise of African American Executives in Corporate America," delves into the nuanced experiences o…

What if you could find hope, inspiration, and transformation in the darkest corners of life? That's exactly what my guest today has achieved, even when it seemed like all the odds were stacked against him. We kick off by sharing the incredible journey of Ronald Olivier, author of "27 Summers: My Journey to Freedom, Forgiveness, and Redemption Durin…

Have you ever wondered about the strength and resilience that emerge from a struggle? Join us as we invite Esau McCaulley, author of How Far to The Promised Land: One Black Family's Story of Hope and Survival in the American South, into our studio. Get ready for an honest conversation about the collective narrative of a people, the beauty in broken…

Is the Black Church dead, or is it perhaps more alive than ever before? This week, we invited esteemed film producer Joe Howell and filmmaker Rafiq Nabali to our show, two creative minds behind the thought-provoking documentary, Let the Church Say. They tackle this intriguing question head-on, challenging the narrative around the Black Church and i…

Picture this: growing up in the Boston busing era in the 70s, grappling with the struggle of identity, place, and racial trauma. That's the reality Sheila Wise-Rowe, author of 'Young, Gifted, and Black: A Journey of Lament and Celebration,' faced. In a candid conversation, she takes us on an eye-opening journey through the struggles of gifted Black…

Have you ever found yourself wrestling with feelings of unworthiness, struggling to comprehend self-worth amidst societal systems that promote white supremacy? This is what we unpack with the insightful Caroline J. Sumlin, who's not just a guest, but a beacon of light guiding us through her profound journey. Caroline, the author of We'll All Be Fre…

As our host, Danny Brister, Jr., takes a much-needed break during the summer, we wanted to bring you three sermons he preached. Please enjoy the second sermon in our summer preaching series and stay tuned for new interviews starting in September. Follow our host on Substack: https://dannybjr.substack.com/ Get full access to Act Justly Love Mercy at…

As our host, Danny, takes a much-needed break throughout the summer, we are sharing this sermon that he preached this summer. We hope you enjoy this episode, and we look forward to bringing you new interviews starting this Fall. Follow Danny on his substack: https://dannybjr.substack.com/ Get full access to Act Justly Love Mercy at dannybjr.substac…

In our newest episode, our host, Danny Brister, Jr. interviews Ally Henny about her new book I Won't Shut Up: Finding Your Voice When The World Tries to Silence You. To follow my work, go to: https://dannybjr.substack.com/ More about today's guest: Ally Henny is a writer, speaker, advocate-minister, and vice president of The Witness: A Black Christ…

Join our host Danny Brister, Jr., as he interviews Craig Lamar Brown about his new movie Between Mercy and Me. Between Mercy and Me will have a one-day premiere on June 20th at 7 pm. To find a showtime in your area, please visit: https://www.fathomevents.com/events/Between-Mercy-and-Me The film centers around Hugo, a talented musician and worship l…

In this episode, our host Danny Brister, Jr., interviews Fox and Rob Richardson about their book Time: The Untold Story of the Love That Held Us Together When Incarceration Kept Us Apart. Follow our host Danny at his new substack: https://dannybjr.substack.com/ Follow Fox and Rob Richardson at their website: https://foxandrob.com/ More info about o…

Check out the newest episode of My Black Book Journal as our host, Danny Brister, Jr., interviews Ian V. Rowe about his book Agency: The Four Point Plan (F.R.E.E.) for All Children to Overcome the Victimhood narrative and discover their pathway to power. Danny's Substack: https://dannybjr.substack.com/ Ian Rowe's Bio: Ian Rowe is a senior fellow at…

Join our host Danny Brister as he interviews Dr. Kwasi Kena, Associate Professor of Ethnic and Multicultural Ministry at Wesley Seminary at Indiana Wesleyan University. They discuss the book Building A City On A Hill: African American Communities of Purpose. Danny's new substack: https://dannybjr.substack.com/ Website: https://www.actjustlylovemerc…

Welcome to Season 3 of My Black Book Journal. This episode features an interview with David L. Dada and his new book Many Happy Returns. You don't want to miss this new episode as we kick off a new season filled with exciting interviews of authors telling our stories in creative and imaginative ways. Follow our host Danny Brister, Jr, on IG @myblac…

Our host Danny Brister, Jr., closes out this series of messages with a sermon on Matthew 6:1-18. Get full access to Act Justly Love Mercy at dannybjr.substack.com/subscribeBy Danny Brister, Jr.

Our host Danny Brister, Jr., shares a message from Huffman Baptist Church, where he preached on Colossians chapter 1. Get full access to Act Justly Love Mercy at dannybjr.substack.com/subscribeBy Danny Brister, Jr.

Join our host Danny Brister, Jr., as he preaches on Psalm 51. This message is about finding healing when you have hurt others or been hurt by others. Get full access to Act Justly Love Mercy at dannybjr.substack.com/subscribeBy Danny Brister, Jr.

Our host Danny Brister, Jr shares a message entitled "Spiritual Mothers and Fathers" from Titus 2:1-8. This message was delivered in January 2022 at the historic Bethel Baptist Church Collegeville. Get full access to Act Justly Love Mercy at dannybjr.substack.com/subscribeBy Danny Brister, Jr.

Join our host Danny Brister as he discusses reading through General Colin Powell's autobiography My American Journey. Get full access to Act Justly Love Mercy at dannybjr.substack.com/subscribeBy Danny Brister, Jr.

I hope that you enjoy this episode of My Black Book Journal. In this episode our host Danny Brister, Jr shares a message he preached on July 4, 2021. Get full access to Act Justly Love Mercy at dannybjr.substack.com/subscribeBy Danny Brister, Jr.

Join us as our host Danny Brister, Jr., interviews Dr. Rhonda Richmond for part two of our conversation about autism and the Black community. If you missed part one, you can listen to it here --> https://myblackbookjournal.buzzsprout.com/1525576/9376611-autistic-gifted-and-black-part-1 Get full access to Act Justly Love Mercy at dannybjr.substack.c…

In this episode, Danny Brister interviews author Mary Brown-Huffman. Mary is a children’s book author. Join us as we discuss what it’s like to raise a child diagnosed with Autism and how we need a community to help us navigate the unexpected. Visit Mary’s website --> https://beanandle.com/ More about our guest: Mary L Brown-Huffman is a mom of two …

In the first episode of season 2, our host Danny Brister, Jr, interviews Crystal Ash about her new book Lessons from My Grandma's Table. Purchase the Book --> Lessons from My Grandma's Table Visit our website: www.actjustlylovemercy.org More about Crystal Ash: Crystal T. Ash is a lifelong student of life, youth mentor, award-winning speaker, motiva…

Y'all, it's been too long, but your host Danny Brister, Jr, is happy to be back dropping a new episode on My Black Book Journal. Today's episode is from a message that Danny shared at Harvest Community Church taken from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.s' most famous sermons. Join us on this episode on My Black Book Journal as we learn how to live differe…

In this episode, our host Danny Brister, Jr, speaks with Terence June Gray, the author of We Want a Different Story: The Power of Narrative and How It Influences African-American Male Identity. I want to warn that this episode contains the N-word used to reference how Black people in America have were viewed and how that view has shaped our narrati…

On this special episode of My Black Book Journal our Host Danny Brister, Jr shares a message he preached during Black History Month. Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/myblackbookjournal https://www.instagram.com/myblackbookjournal/ Website: https://www.actjustlylovemercy.org/ Get full access to Act Justly Love Mercy at dannybjr.substack.com/su…

Our host Danny Brister, Jr, interviews Randi Pink about her new book Angel of Greenwood. Angel of Greenwood tells of Tulsa, Oklahoma, in the days leading up to the 1921 Tulsa, Oklahoma Greenwood (Black Wall Street) Massacre. Randi approaches this story by humanizing Greenwood's inhabitants, revealing a thriving Black town destroyed by hate. I hope …

In this episode, our host Danny Brister, Jr takes a dive into Dr. Bernard LaFayette's book In Peace and Freedom: My Journey in Selma. We also briefly discuss the recently released movie Jesus and the Black Messiah. Join us as we uncover lessons in life, love, and leadership. For more information on registering to vote check out the links below: htt…

During this episode, our host Danny Brister, Jr., explores lessons in life and leadership from Ambassador Andrew Young's book A Way Out of No Way. Join us as we contemplate Ambassador Young's words and their application for today. We are giving away a free copy of How to Fight Racism by Jemar Tisby. If you would like to enter for a chance to win th…

My Black Book Journal is the first podcast of Act Justly | Love Mercy. The purpose of My Black Book Journal is to explore Black stories through book reviews and interviews to uncover lessons in life, love, and leadership. This first episode explores Congressman John Lewis' book Across That Bridge: Life Lessons and a Vission for Change. Join me as w…