Bonnerfide Conversations with Gerard Bonner
Podcast Description: Ever had a conversation so good that you thought, this should be a podcast? Well, Bonnerfide Conversations is exactly that! Hosted by Gerard Bonner, this podcast brings you engaging, thought-provoking, and unfiltered discussions that feel like sitting with friends who just get it. From culture and entertainment to faith, business, and beyond, we dive into the topics that matter—authentic, real, and unapologetically Bonnerfide. Why Listen? Because real conversations matter. This isn’t just another podcast—it’s the kind of discussion you wish you could have more often. Bonnerfide Conversations brings raw, insightful, and engaging dialogue that feels like sitting at the table with friends who challenge your thinking, affirm your experiences, and push you toward growth. If you love deep dives into culture, entertainment, faith, business, and the things that shape our lives, this is where you need to be. No fluff, no gimmicks—just real talk that resonates.
Episodes
Anita Wilson Defies Gospel Norms: Love, Labels & the Fight for Human Rights | Ep. 012
What happens when a gospel artist chooses love over silence—and the church isn't ready for it?
In this powerful follow-up episode, three-time Grammy nominee Anita Wilson returns to Bonnerfide Conversations to talk about the viral Pride post that exposed hypocrisy in gospel culture, shook the faith community, and sparked a conversation the chur...
In this powerful episode, three-time Grammy nominee Anita Wilson joins Gerard Bonner for an unfiltered, soul-stirring conversation about what it truly means to stand up, show up, and speak up—even when the church stays silent. From creating timeless music to making bold social statements, Anita shares the tension between humility and self-worth, tradition and trut...
What if the very thing that made you different was the key to your breakthrough?
In this episode of Bonnerfide Conversations, three-time Grammy nominee Anita Wilson opens up about her incredible journey from background singer to bold solo artist. She shares how embracing her authentic voice, protecting her peace, and pushing past industry expectations helped her build a legacy in gospel music on her o...
009: Fired, Broken, and Called — Courtney Beard’s Radical Comeback Story "How does a man who builds others survive when no one shows up to build him?" — Courtney Beard
In one of the most raw and revealing conversations yet, Gerard Bonner reunites with Courtney Beard to unpack the downfall no one saw coming—and the comeback no one expected.
Courtney opens up about:
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Getting fired at the peak of his ministry career
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Driving Ube...
"Church got too polished. Too professional. So professional that we stopped making room for people to grow." — Courtney Beard
In this no-holds-barred conversation, Gerard Bonner sits down with Courtney Beard — a true multi-hyphenate who went from Broadway stages and Gap Band tours to call centers, pulpits, and purpose.
Courtney opens up about:
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Singing with legends like Jennifer Holliday and the Gap Band
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How fame nearly wrec...
"What do you do when the person you love most collapses before your eyes—and the doctors say there’s nothing they can do?"
In this Part Three of our powerful conversation, Dr. Khaalida Forbes gets deeply personal about faith, adversity, and the unexpected challenges that tested her resilience. She opens up about a life-altering medical emergency—her husband Chris Forbes’ sudden stroke—and the miraculous journey of recovery that fol...
Can You Be Anti-Jesus While Trying to Be Like Him? Dr. Khaalida Forbes Unpacks the Truth
What happens when faith, therapy, and emotional trauma collide? In this raw and unfiltered episode of Bonnerfide Conversations, Dr. Khaalida Forbes sits down with Gerard Bonner to unpack the complicated relationship between mental health, deliverance, and the church.
💡 What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✔️ Why emotional trauma is keeping belie...
"Can a Black woman with a PhD be both feared and misunderstood? Dr. Khaalida Forbes opens up about the dangers of being ‘dangerously effective.’"
In this thought-provoking episode of Bonnerfide Conversations, host Gerard Bonner sits down with Dr. Khaalida Forbes, a transformative leader who blends academic excellence, grit, and grace in ways that challenge the status quo. As a Black woman with a PhD, Dr. Forbes is both feared and m...
🎧 003: Until They Put the Toe Tag On – The Unstoppable Journey of Pastor YPJ
🎧 Episode Description:Faith and fame often seem like two different worlds, but Pastor YPJ proves otherwise.
In this episode of BonnerFide Conversations, host Gerard Bonner sits down with Pastor YPJ to explore:
✅ Wrestling & Faith – How growing up as a wrestling fan shaped his resilience and ministry.
✅ The Music vs...
In this explosive episode of Bonnerfide Conversations, host Gerard Bonner sits down with Pastor YPJ—a dynamic voice in faith, music, and culture. From MySpace fame to leading a thriving ministry, Pastor YPJ shares his unorthodox rise in the digital era, how a viral song changed his trajectory, and his bold take on hip-hop, gospel, and breaking traditions.
🔹 How MySpace unexpectedly launched Pastor YPJ’s music career 🔹 The real re...
Brandon opens up about the challenges of relocating, the complexities of church leadership, and the transformative lessons learned through grief and resilience. The conversation takes an emotional turn as he shares the heart...
Welcome to the debut episode of BonnerFide Conversations! Kicking things off is none other than speaker, author, and leader Brandon Clack—a man with wisdom, wit, and a serious love for basketball and pro wrestling.
In this fireside chat, we dive into Clack’s world, exploring his passion for sports, his strategies for effective conflict resolution, and the mindset t...
Ever had a conversation so good that you thought, this should be a podcast? Well, Bonnerfide Conversations is exactly that! Hosted by Gerard Bonner, this podcast brings you engaging, thought-provoking, and unfiltered discussions that feel like sitting with friends who just get it. From culture and entertainment to faith, business, and beyond, we dive into the topics that matter—authentic, real, and unapologetically Bonnerfide.
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