SpeakEZ Black Renaissance Podcast
by Qadry Harris, M. Div.
Hosted by Qadry Harris, a Baptist Minister & scholar, and Chris JB, a special education expert. They invite esteemed guests like pastors, artists, activists, and leaders to engage in lively conversations. The podcast aims to empower and entertain listeners while celebrating the beauty, resilience, and brilliance of the Black community. It creates a space where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued, discussing spirituality, Black culture, and connecting with like-minded individuals. The podcast promises to inspire, challenge, and uplift listeners, focusing on the magic of the Black experience.
Episodes
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Faith Under Empire
In “Faith Under Empire,” Min. Qadry Harris explores Romans 14:1–12 through the lens of Roman imperial power and the ancestral witness of Howard Thurman’s grandmother, Nancy Ambrose. Considering how social location shapes our encounter with scripture, this sermon asks what faithful living requires...
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Denying the Resurrection
Min. Harris explores how we deny the Resurrection not by rejecting Easter, but by missing Christ because we are too attached to our own certainty. From Emmaus to Peter’s witness in Acts, he challenges Christian nationalism, religious arrogance, and spiritual gatekeeping, reminding us that...
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The Transfiguration
This sermon explores the Transfiguration (Matthew 17:1–9) through ancestral remembrance, biblical exegesis, and practical discipleship. Honoring Moses and Elijah, it reveals how Jesus fulfills the Law and the Prophets while offering guidance for living faithfully in a turbulent world—with...
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Dissertation PROPOSAL Defense
The script from today’s Dissertation (PROPOSAL) Defense—unanimously approved without deliberation. It's been unofficial for a few months…but I'm officially an ABD Ph.D. Candidate.
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Sermon: Egypt - Where God Provides Refuge
“Egypt and the Promise of Refuge” is a Christmas sermon rooted in Matthew 2 that centers the nativity story on displacement, protection, and survival. Rather than treating the flight into Egypt as a minor detail, the message focuses on Jesus entering the world as a child threatened by political...
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The Cost of Discipleship
This sermon on Luke 14:25–33 examines the radical cost of following Christ through the life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer. From Harlem’s Abyssinian Baptist Church to resisting Hitler, Bonhoeffer models “costly grace.” Three lessons call the Church to humility, faithfulness over tradition, and…
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The Brothers & Sisters of Hagar (Part 5 of the Sisters of Hagar series)
Part five of The Sisters of Hagar—“The Brothers & Sisters of Hagar”—reads Leviticus 24 through Acts 7:22 to expose boundary-keeping that denies Nile-Valley roots. Pastor Qadry charges the Black Church to reject colonized preaching, reclaim Ma’atic balance, and let anti-African forms die so a...
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The Sun Rose, So Must We (Part 4 of the Sisters of Hagar series)
In The Sun Rose, So Must We (Genesis 41:45, 50–52, 57), Pastor Qadry reclaims Aseneth, Joseph’s Egyptian wife, as a priestess of Anu and bearer of African cosmic wisdom. While patriarchal traditions reduce her to wife and mother, African memory restores her priesthood and balance. The sermon…
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The Witch of Endor (Part 3 of The Sisters of Hagar series)
In The Witch of Endor (1 Samuel 28:3–25), Pastor Qadry reframes the so-called “witch” as a priestess and healer carrying African wisdom in the tradition of Hagar. The sermon critiques how Saul outlawed mediums yet turned to Endor’s power when desperate, exposing empire’s hypocrisy. Rooted in the...
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The First Word Still Speaks (Part 2 of The Sisters of Hagar series)
In this sermon, The First Word Still Speaks, Pastor Qadry critiques Paul’s allegory in Galatians 4 and reclaims Hagar as an African mother of nations shaped by the wisdom of Maat. Exposing how scripture and churches have disinherited African identity, the message calls believers to remember who...
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Sisters of Hagar
Pastor Qadry opens the Sisters of Hagar series with Genesis 21, showing how God’s justice hears children’s cries and calls the church to nurture, provide, and empower.
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Sermon: One God. Many Names. One People.
One God. Many Names. One People. is a sermon that reclaims African spiritual legacy within the Christian tradition. Rooted in Psalm 97 and John 17:20–26, the message begins with an ancestral invocation, honoring both remembered and forgotten foreparents who now live among the Orisha—divine...
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Christ, Kemet, and the Final Word from the Cross
In this Good Friday sermon, Pastor Qadry delivers a soul-stirring message rooted in Afrocentric theology, drawing sacred parallels between the ancient burial of Pharaoh Pepi I of Kemet and the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Framed by Luke 23:46, “Father, into thy hands I commend my spirit,” this...
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Sermon: Christ & a Culture of Reconciliation
St. Luke United Methodist Church—Bryn Mawr, PA. Centering on the life and legacy of Sojourner Truth, this message challenges traditional interpretations of 2 Corinthians 5:16–21 that promote cultural conformity in the name of Christian unity. Min. Harris reclaims reconciliation as sacred...
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Sermon: Bread of Life that Breaks Chains
Immanuel Missionary Baptist Church—New Haven, CT. This (22 min) sermon honors the legacy of Queen Mother Harriet Tubman and her embodiment of divine sacrifice. It is rooted in John 6:47-53 and explores the profound connections between Jesus’ time in Egypt, ancient African spirituality, and the...
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Sermon: Created in Praise—Reclaiming Thanksgiving
Immanuel Missionary Baptist Church —New Haven, CT. This (13 min) sermon reclaims Thanksgiving as a celebration of unity and faith, rooted in the joyful encounter between Native Americans and Africans, as evidenced by shared cultural and spiritual practices. Psalm 100 emphasizes worship, identity,...
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Kemet to Black Liberation
This short lecture explores key insights from the presentation "Theological Anthropologies: From Kemet to Black Liberation," given at the 36th Annual Cheikh Anta Diop International Conference. In just 12 minutes, we break down how James Cone’s Black Liberation Theology compares to African…
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Sermon–Wisdom, Resistance, & Love.
Part 4 of the Sermon Series Christ and the ISIS Cult, "Wisdom, Resistance, and Love” is a transformative sermon. We’ll explore how the Holy Trinity guides us in reclaiming our African spiritual roots, honoring the legacy of Queen Candace of Ethiopia, and learning from the Ethiopian Eunuch’s story...
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Sermon–Souls of BLK Folk
Part 3 of the Sermon Series, Christ & the ISIS Cult, join us for a powerful sermon exploring the roots of Black spirituality, the resilience of the Black Church, and the timeless lessons from 'The Souls of Black Folk' and the Canaanite Woman in Matthew 15. Discover how our faith connects to…
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Sermon–Shrine of BLK Madonna
Part 2 of the Sermon Series Christ and the ISIS Cult, Matthew 5 | Exploring African Spirituality and the Black Woman's Divine Role ✨🔮✝️ Dive into the legacy of the Shrine of the Black Madonna, connecting ancient African spirituality to the Bible, and the vital importance of the Black family.…
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Sunday School Special – The Crucifixion of Jesus
Join us for a powerful Sunday School lesson as we delve into Luke 23:33-46, drawing captivating parallels between the Crucifixion of Jesus and the ancient practice of Pharaoh mummification dating back over 2600 years. Discover the profound connections and deeper spiritual insights awaiting us as…
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Sermon–Isaiah & the Isis Papers.
Part 1 of the Sermon Series Christ & the ISIS Cult, “Isaiah & the Isis Papers” explores connections in the Myth of Ausar, Auset, and Heru meets the Prophet Isaiah chapter 20 ✨🔮✝️ Delving into the parallels between these narratives and their relevance to Christianity. Tune in for an enlightening...
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Cornel West 4 President - A SpeakEZ Short
🗳️ Get Ready for a GAME-CHANGING Presidential Campaign in 2024! Qadry and Chris JB REVEAL why Dr. Cornel West is the ULTIMATE candidate to TRANSFORM our communities! 💥🌟
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Sermon: Back to Africa
Sunday, November 13, 2022. Saints Memorial Baptist Church, Willingboro, NJ. Genesis 50:1-7;14. Acts 8:26-35.
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The Slave Ship
Exclusive Recording: A New Haven Charter School principal attempts to fire a teacher for lack of professionalism. It didn't work.
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Lecture - African American Theology + Violence
St. George's Episcopal Church - Brooklyn, NY. 07/24/2022
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Body and Soul Pt. 2
Salma is back!!! This time to discuss how her upbringing with Muslim and Christian parents shapes her spiritual journey today. The Renaissance Lives...🖤✊🏾🎨🎼🎧 🎵 “Body and Soul” ~ Colman Hawkins from Body and Soul (1996 Remaster).
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Episode 18: Body and Soul
SpeakEZ welcomes Ms. Salma Dulo (a.k.a. MindBodySalma)—a fitness expert and social media “influencer.” Qadry and Chris JB address the complexities of Kanye West, Salma’s incredible fitness journey, and how we can redefine Spirituality. The Renaissance Lives… 🖤✊🏾🎨🎼🎧
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Sermon: A Reason to Riot
John 2:13-21.
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Dreams - A SpeakEZ Short
Celebrating the Game as a renaissance artist and hip hop historian, Qadry and Chris JB break down the record "Dreams" lyric by lyric.
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Sermon: Death Certificate
Mark 15:33-39. Senior Sermon at Yale Divinity School. November 14, 2017.
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Sermon: Mary Did You Know?
Abyssinia Free Will Baptist, Mt. Vernon, NY. April 15th, 2022 —Good Friday. 3rd Word.
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Reflecting as High School Educators - A SpeakEZ Short
Qadry reflects on the challenges of Latin American History lesson planning and decolonization in Charter School systems.
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Sermon: Living in the Flesh...Faithfully.
John 6:56-69. Immanuel Missionary Baptist Church - New Haven, CT.
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Sermon: Prophetic Justice
Amos 5. Immanuel Missionary Baptist Church - New Haven, CT.
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Sermon: A Prophet Praying for Peace
1 Kings 19:4-8. Immanuel Missionary Baptist Church - New Haven, CT
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On the Mic with Mike - A SpeakEZ Short
Following another white terrorist attack, a survivor of American Slavery and a survivor of American Colonialism (in the Philippines) come together for a candid conversation about solidarity amongst Black and Asian/Pacific Islander communities.
About this show
Hosted by Qadry Harris, a Baptist Minister & scholar, and Chris JB, a special education expert. They invite esteemed guests like pastors, artists, activists, and leaders to engage in lively conversations. The podcast aims to empower and entertain listeners while celebrating the beauty, resilience, and brilliance of the Black community. It creates a space where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued, discussing spirituality, Black culture, and connecting with like-minded individuals. The podcast promises to inspire, challenge, and uplift listeners, focusing on the magic of the Black experience.
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Qadry Harris, M. Div.
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