Category: Podcast
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Ep 3: James Baldwin as a Culture Healer
James Baldwin’s timeless ideas on race, identity, and healing are more relevant today than ever. In this third episode of the “Heal Our Culture” podcast, I (Wes Fryer) discuss Baldwin’s lasting legacy and why his centennial is a crucial moment to revisit his work. Drawing from personal experiences and recent cultural discussions, I share eight…
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Episode 2: Why “Heal Our Culture?”
In this heartfelt second episode of the “Heal Our Culture” podcast, Wes Fryer delves into the critical need to heal our culture amidst today’s polarized climate. As a middle school STEM and media literacy teacher, Wes emphasizes the importance of becoming “culture healers” instead of “culture warriors.” Through three personal stories, he illustrates the power…
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Episode 1: Racial Healing Conference
In this first podcast episode of the “Heal Our Culture Project” podcast, hosts Wes and Shelly Fryer share their reflections and takeaways from a racial healing conference they attended. They emphasize the importance of cultural healing, understanding different perspectives, and engaging in conversations that bridge gaps in a polarized society. They discuss the significance of…