Off Code Podcast

Real and intriguing conversations about the Black community and how we can move forward into biblical human flourishing. Hosted by: Monique Duson and Kevin Briggins. Sponsored by the Center for Biblical Unity.

We Answer YOUR Questions | Episode 40 | Off Code

Monique and Kevin answer your questions!

09-08
56:10

Black Spaces | Episode 39 | Off Code

Kevin and Monique discuss the tension between the call for BIPOC-only spaces with the call for racial integration in nearly every space. What is the principle here?

08-25
01:03:49

From Choosing Abortion to Choosing Life | Episode 38 | Off Code

Kevin and Monique speak with pro-life advocate, Toni McFadden on her journey through adoption, her current work in the pro-life space, and how the abortion industry harms the black community. Watch Toni's Instagram response to Lecrae's comments about abortion: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CIY0kWzDL8w/?igsh=OGg3MWNhand0amFu Read Toni's blog post responding to Lecrae: https://www.standingforfreedom.com/2020/11/an-open-letter-to-lecrae-stop-attacking-pro-life-christians-with-misleading-tweets/

07-14
56:40

The Presidential Debate: Black Jobs & Black Politics | Episode 37 | Off Code

Monique and Kevin reflect on the recent presidential debate and consider the impact on black Americans. They also answer the big question on social media: Are black jobs really a thing?

07-02
58:14

What Are We Actually Celebrating on Juneteenth? | Episode 36 | Off Code

Kevin posted a picture of Abraham Lincoln this week on social media in celebration of Juneteenth. It blew up. Monique and Kevin share their perspectives on the pros and cons of Juneteenth and how it's been hijacked by race grievance hustlers.

06-23
51:30

Biden Panders to Blacks at Morehouse | Episode 35 | Off Code

Join Monique and Kevin as they chop it up about President Biden's recent speech at Morehouse and what happens when you make "blackness" your core identity.

05-22
54:04

Talking About Doctrine in the Black Church | Episode 34 | Off Code

In this episode Kevin and Monique chat with pastor Toussaint Adams on the importance of proper doctrine and theology in the local church and how poor theology has led to the breakdown of many local black churches.

04-28
01:08:09

Who Are the Black Hebrew Israelites? | Episode 33 | Off Code

Kevin and Monique chat with Ty -- on the topic of Black Hebrew Israelites

04-14
51:33

Reacting to Jackie Hill Perry and Lecrae | Episode 32 | Off Code

Monique and Kevin react to clips from Lecrae's recent interview with Jackie Hill Perry. Monique shares some candid feelings about tokenism in the "white evangelical industrial complex" and Kevin goes off about why he thinks Lecrae and JHP owe the church an apology about past statements they've made about social justice.

03-24
52:49

Is It Time for A Political Realignment? | Episode 31 | Off Code

Recently more African Americans have taken to social media to express their frustration with the current reigning political party. Is it time for black Americans to consider moving away from the Democrat party?

03-10
59:22

Is Fani Willis Standing on Business for Black Women? | Episode #30 | Off Code

Does Fani Willis, DA of Fulton County, GA represent the culture of black women? We also discuss the idea that black women often need to soften their voice to become accepted when speaking to white people or in majority white circles.

02-25
01:11:07

Raw Reactions to Crazy Tik Toks | Episode 29 | Off Code

Monique's ministry partner (Krista) surprises Kevin and Monique with a series TikTok videos and Twitter posts. We record their raw reactions.

02-11
50:51

Gatekeepers of the Black Community | Episode 28 | Off Code

It's our first show of 2024! We are discussing the Katt Williams interview on Club Shay Shay and answering the question, "Who are the gatekeepers in the black community?"

01-21
35:54

Feminization of the Black Male Voice | Episode 27 | Off Code

Have black men (in the world and in the church) been groomed to support feminism and the lgbtq+ ideology in order to maintain their "black card" or be seen as the "right type of black"? On this episode of Off Code Kevin and Monique sit down with Heritage Foundation Fellow, Delano Squires to discuss the feminization of the black male voice.

11-14
01:19:54

Black Business | Episode 26 | Off Code

Entrepreneurship is one of the quickest ways to elevate communities out of poverty, but is "the system" withholding the resources needed for black entrepreneurship? Our guest, April Chapman, talks about black entrepreneurship the successes, the struggles, and what is needed to do it well.

10-21
01:12:05

Black Wisdom with Bob Woodson | Episode 25 | Off Code

Kevin and Monique sit down with leader and Civil Rights Activist Bob Woodson to discuss the stong history of the black community and the current obstacles.

10-08
01:00:08

Marketing the Black Image | Episode 24 | Off Code

There are a lot of things flying under the banner of "black culture." Monique and Kevin discuss what black culture has been and what it is currently.

09-23
53:18

Black Storytelling | Episode 23 | Off Code

Kevin and Monique discuss the harms and benefits of black storytelling. Storytelling is an essential part of many cultures. Within black American culture retelling slave narratives, Jim Crow, and personal experiences with racial injustices are common; but can too much rehearsal of injustice be unhelpful?

08-27
55:42

Black Fragility | Episode 22 | Off Code

Monique and Kevin discuss the Florida state black history curriculum and share thoughts on why many people, include US Vice President Kamala Harris, are upset about it. Is everyone just being fragile?

08-13
52:26

Black Stereotypes | Episode 21 | Off Code

On the lighter side of the race conversation, we thought it would be fun to do an episode on black stereotypes. Laugh with us as we discuss things that are sometimes seen as being distinctly "us." Did we miss anything?

06-24
57:19

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