The Loyal Opposition, May 21, Rev. Becky Yates

Exploring Faith, Music, and Politics in Sumner County With A Special Guest Plus the News Roundup

In this episode of The Loyal Opposition, hosts Len Assante and Michele Harbin discuss a range of topics, starting with a sunny day in Portland, Tennessee, and Michelle’s summer school plans. They then share highlights from the Sumner County Democrats spring picnic, where they enjoyed good food, raised funds, and saw a youthful demographic shift in the party. The hosts discuss political news, including the conviction of Republican ex-Speaker Glen Cassada on corruption charges and the closure of Kid Rock’s restaurant due to ICE raids. The show also delves into the implications of a new Republican tax bill on middle-income Americans and Tennessee’s healthcare system.

Special guest Becky Yates, Michele's mom, shares her journey from Southern Baptist roots to becoming a progressive-minded Methodist minister. Becky discusses the challenges women face in ministry, the conservative takeover of the Southern Baptist Convention, and her subsequent disillusionment with organized religion. She highlights how her faith drives her political views, particularly the importance of love and compassion. The episode concludes with a discussion on finding community through music. Becky talks about her involvement with the Nashville in Harmony choir, a group supporting the LGBTQ community and their allies, and Vox Grata, a women's chorus focused on empowering women through music. The show wraps up with announcements and a teaser for the next episode featuring singer-songwriter Molly Lynne.

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