Above The Noise: Faith; Race; Reconciliation.
A podcast at the intersection of faith, race, and reconciliation. People of faith should be leaders of reconciliation however historically issues of race and culture seem to get in the way of rising above differences to find common ground through reconciliation. We discuss those challenges and sometimes we may also stray onto different topics but we'll always come back to reconciliation.
Episodes
Send us a Text Message about the podcast
If compassion doesn’t change what we do, is it compassion at all? Sitting in Barbados with Dr. Kerry King, a clinical psychologist whose career sits at the intersection of substance use treatment, mental health care, and faith, we get honest about what compassion really requires when people are carrying pain that doesn’t fit the script. We break down why “seeing” isn’t enough, how faith and m...
Send us a Text Message about the podcast
A flashing light in your rearview mirror can change your life, even when you’ve done nothing wrong. Grantley Martelly sits down with Dakarai Larriett, an Alabama entrepreneur and public servant, to unpack a 2024 Michigan State Police traffic stop that Dakarai says spiraled into humiliation, fear, and a wrongful DUI arrest despite a negative alcohol test. What starts as a routine roadside inte...
Send us a Text Message about the podcast
What if public safety isn’t about bigger dragnets but about deeper trust? We take a hard look at recent immigration enforcement actions—from major cities to smaller communities—and ask whether sweeping raids, status revocations, and third-country deportations make anyone safer. The stakes become painfully clear as we reflect on the reported killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minnesota ...
Send us a Text Message about the podcast
What if the antidote to polarization isn’t a louder argument, but a quieter practice of showing up, listening, and serving together? Grantley sits down with Jim Koppel—educator, coalition-builder, and cofounder of Strategic Applications International and Servant Forge—whose career stretches from late-night ride-alongs with a gang unit to shaping national prevention policy and facilitating 21s...
Send us a Text Message about the podcast
The volume is up, the outrage feeds are endless, and too many voices use Jesus as a brand for power. We press pause and ask a harder question: what does faith look like when you strip away celebrity, nationalism, and culture‑war noise and return to the way of Jesus?
We start with the warnings of Matthew 7—being known by our fruit, not our slogans—and the centering call of Micah 6:8 t...
Send us a Text Message about the podcast
A five-day trek, a river that swallows missteps, and a video call that saves a mother and baby—this is what frontline HIV care looks like in Papua, Indonesia. We sit down with Dr. Agnela “Iggy” Chingwaro, an infectious disease physician from Zimbabwe, whose work braids medical expertise with faith, cultural humility, and stubborn hope. Her story exposes the hard truths behind late testing, th...
Send us a Text Message about the podcast
What if the path back to purpose winds through a kitchen? I sit down with Jeff Reynolds, a chef whose story spans late-teen addiction, a decade in a grunge-era band, a pandemic crisis, a dusted-off Bible, and a calling he once ran from. The turning point is startlingly human—a night of fear and honesty at home—followed by small, faithful steps: reading John, hard questions that outgrew a brot...
Send us a Text Message about the podcast
Immigration is not a problem without solutions, but a challenge requiring courage, honesty, and political will to address. Our broken immigration systems exploit the vulnerable while benefiting the powerful, yet we have the capacity to create humane policies that recognize the dignity and contributions of immigrants.
• Immigration benefits economies by filling labor shortages and cre...
Send us a Text Message about the podcast
The transformative power of arts-based intervention for vulnerable youth takes center stage in this compelling conversation with Clarine Cave, founder of Partners That Care International in Barbados. What began as a personal journey through sports, military service, and community development has blossomed into a life-changing mission serving at-risk adolescents and food-insecure families acro...
Send us a Text Message about the podcast
Fear powers our immigration debates. We hear it in political rhetoric, see it in policy decisions, and witness its impact on millions of lives. But what lies beneath this fear? Is it justified? And how can we move beyond it?
Today's episode delves into the complex emotions that drive our responses to immigrants and refugees. We start by clarifying important distinctions – who qu...
Send us a Text Message about the podcast
When four friends tear open a roof to lower their paralyzed companion to Jesus, they demonstrate what truly matters in our faith journey – enduring empathy that refuses to give up on people. Pastor Grantley Martelly unpacks this powerful story from Mark 2, revealing how these determined friends teach us about walking alongside others until they can encounter Jesus for themselves.
In ...
Send us a Text Message about the podcast
Four Black fathers gather around the kitchen table for an intimate, powerful discussion about raising Black boys into exceptional Black men. Their conversation weaves through personal histories—from functional alcoholism in the Caribbean to Black Panthers in Seattle—revealing how each man's upbringing shaped his approach to fatherhood.
The dialogue crackles with hard-earned wisd...
Send us a Text Message about the podcast
Join us on a journey of hope and reconciliation as we navigate the complex emotions following a tumultuous election season. With Dr. Andrea Sims and retired Pastor Dave Rhodes, we confront the challenges that politics have imposed on faith communities. Together, we unpack the critical need for justice, mercy, and faith to maintain respectful and constructive dialogues, even when disagreements...
Send us a Text Message about the podcast
Join us for an illuminating conversation with David Holston, CEO of Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF), as he shares his inspiring journey from a Colorado farm with dreams of piloting to leading a global mission organization. David’s story takes us through his experiences in Savannah, Georgia, and his dedication to serving others which ultimately led him to Moody Bible Institute and then to In...
Send us a Text Message about the podcast
Join us as Chief Rafael Padilla of the Kent Washington Police Department opens up about the profound changes in policing and community relations over the course of four transformative years. Against the backdrop of nationwide racial reckonings, the George Floyd protests, and the global pandemic, discover how Chief Padilla's perspective on law enforcement has evolved, prioritizing values ...
Send us a Text Message about the podcast
Unprecedented political shifts are on the horizon as nearly half of the world's population prepares to vote in 2024. We'll unravel the implications of these elections in 64 nations, including unexpected leadership shifts in places like Bangladesh and the United Kingdom. As we journey through this global electoral landscape, there’s a call to uphold principles of truth, justice, and ...
Send us a Text Message about the podcast
Above The Noise is back with new episodes, new guests and topics.
Watch for our new logo as well.
Thanks for listening.
#abovethenoise24
# faith
#reconciliation
#race
#racialreconciliation
#compassion
We appreciate your support: Buy Me A Coffee
Stay in touch:
- Email us at: abovethenoise24@gmail.com
- Facebook: @abovethenoise24
- Instagram: a...
Send us a Text Message about the podcast
How does a systems engineer, tech entrepreneur, and award-winning filmmaker reconcile the complexities of faith, race, and leadership? Listen as Ms. Temeko Richardson shares her extraordinary journey, from her faith-centered upbringing to her diverse roles in technology, systems engineering, and her perspective as a writer and producer of inspirational films like "At the Cross."
Send us a Text Message about the podcast
Phil Washington's voyage from the challenging streets of Chicago's South Side to the heights of transportation industry leadership is a narrative that resonates with the power of transformation. In a candid conversation, he shares the profound influence his family had in steering his life towards a purpose greater than he could have imagined. From the pivotal moment that rerouted hi...
Send us a Text Message about the podcast
Have you ever been in a setting where the lines between faith, race, and identity become blurred? As a person of color navigating various professional terrains—I share honest reflections on representation and integrity, and how economic decisions ripple through marginalized communities. Dr. Sims and I confront the difficulties of racial tensions within the church, advocating for justice and t...
Popular Podcasts
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
Betrayal Weekly is back for a new season. Every Thursday, Betrayal Weekly shares first-hand accounts of broken trust, shocking deceptions, and the trail of destruction they leave behind. Hosted by Andrea Gunning, this weekly ongoing series digs into real-life stories of betrayal and the aftermath. From stories of double lives to dark discoveries, these are cautionary tales and accounts of resilience against all odds. From the producers of the critically acclaimed Betrayal series, Betrayal Weekly drops new episodes every Thursday. If you would like to share your story, you can reach out to the Betrayal Team by emailing them at betrayalpod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram at @betrayalpod and @glasspodcasts. Please join our Substack for additional exclusive content, curated book recommendations, and community discussions. Sign up FREE by clicking this link Beyond Betrayal Substack. Join our community dedicated to truth, resilience, and healing. Your voice matters! Be a part of our Betrayal journey on Substack.
Listen to 'The Bobby Bones Show' by downloading the daily full replay.
Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by Audiochuck Media Company.