In this extended season finale episode, Holly and Aaron define white privilege, discuss how it leads to socially acceptable white supremacy and systematic oppression of minorities in America. Aaron and Holly survey the areas of criminal justice, healthcare, education, finance, entertainment, and the Church before wrapping up the season. By looking at some often-overlooked history, the hosts try to see how the threads of the past still have an effect on people of color’s day to day lives. Although the history mentioned in this episode is not exhaustive, it points to patterns of inequity that still needs to be addressed. This episode is sure to be educational and provide insight, while also challenging their listeners’ on what to do next. Season 2 of The Reconciled Podcast will return in early 2021! Resources Seeing White Podcast  Criminal Justice The Sentencing Project  The History of Policing  When They See Us (Netflix) 13th (Netflix) Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption by Bryan Stevenson  Health Care Racial Disparities in Health Care  Black Women at High Risk  Racial Disparities during Pregnancy  Education Revisionist History: Miss Buchanan’s Period of Adjustment  Racism in Education  The Bad is Black Effect  Finance Race the House We Live In  Home Values  Systemic Inequality  Racial Wealth Gap  The 1619 Podcast: The Land of Our Fathers (Part 1 & 2) 

As promised, in this episode Holly and Aaron answer questions that were sent to them. The questions cover topics involving the nation, the church, and their personal marriage. This is another candid conversation about the world and how it effects their everyday outlook. Here is a link to the Jamie Ivey interview with Lecrae. Be sure to follow The Reconciled Life Podcast on Instagram and Facebook.

On this week’s episode, Aaron and Holly shake things up! Instead of inviting a guest couple on the show, they interview each other. Listeners will listen into a  “normal” conversation between Aaron and Holly when discussing race in their own marriage. Aaron and Holly did not share their questions with each other before the episode, so you’ll hear their surprise at some of the questions! Aaron shares about growing up and working in predominantly White spaces. He also shares about the lack of representation he had when pursuing his education and the power of representation (or lack thereof) in the Arts Industry. Holly shares some of her personal beliefs that have taken a 180 degree turn in the last few years and explains why. She also talks through some of her fears and concerns of being a White mom to Black children. We hope you enjoy this episode while also hearing some truths to consider and contemplate in the upcoming days! Be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook and please leave a positive review and rating to help others find the podcast.

Join us as we talk with Tido and Melissa Rodriquez. Tido is a Next Generation Pastor at a church in San Antonio and Melissa stays home with their two girls. In this episode, we discuss the merging of family traditions as Tido is Biracial- Trinidadian and Mexican- and Melissa is Caucasian. Tido briefly address immigration and offers insight that we may not have considered previously. We then start to talk about Generation Z and national events, racial tension, and mental health. Even if you are not directly involved with a Generation Z student, you will find this episode insightful, hopeful, and perceptive. This episode is not one to miss because as Aaron says: Tido takes us to church!! (And more than once!) The children’s book that Tido mentions is I Love you Through and Through by Bernadette Rossetti-Shustak If you enjoy The Reconciled Life please leave us a positive review and rating (we love 5 stars), so other people can find the show. Also, be sure to follow us on instagram and facebook.

Join us as we talk with Le and Vince Kearney, a Vietnamese-American interracial couple. They offer insight into the growth, changes, and evolvement their marital relationship and family relationships have undergone over the years. This episode is full of laughter as well as the importance and power of listening, persistence, and love. Please be sure to leave us a positive review and rating wherever you listen to podcasts.

Episode 7: Words Matter and the Browns In this episode, we break from our interracial interviews to give you an hour in the life of the Browns. Join Aaron and Holly as they discuss some of the current events happening in our nation today. They talk about racial profiling, accountability and the police, President Trump’s ban on diversity trainings, and more. Yes, it is a lot! But Aaron and Holly explain throughout the episode how and why national events like these are personal to them at times. This is a great episode to hear perspective on issues that keep reoccurring in our timelines and newsfeeds. We hope for some - it provides encouragement; for some - it answers questions you may have; and for some - provide new perspectives to consider!

In this episode, we talk with the Hunters, an Iranian-Black couple, about what Racial Reconciliation looks like within the relationship of marriage! The Hunters walk us through the conversations they had and steps they took with each other to start the journey of racial reconciliation in their marriage. It is encouraging and also informative to hear their story of where they started and where they are now! Christine also shares insight about being Iranian in a majority White culture and the complexity of her identity. Ray answers questions regarding boundaries for one’s own peace of mind and the balance of boundaries versus cancel culture. It is an inspiring, funny, and thought-provoking episode!

In this episode, we sit down with Trent and Sam Thomas an interracial couple from Owasso, Oklahoma. This episode is raw, vulnerable, sarcastic, funny, and passionate. We know that sounds like a lot- and it is! Trent and Sam live in a suburb that is mostly Caucasian, and we discuss how the racial tension of 2020 has impacted their relationships and daily reality of being in a predominantly White community. Trent shares his experiences with and his observations of the political climate found in many White Christian circles, and Sam responds to a commonly asked questioned of “What do we do now?” This episode might leave you excited, nervous, squeamish or more passionate than others, but if nothing else, it will leave you challenged to think! The book that Trent mentions is White Awake by Daniel Hill Samantha’s guest post that she wrote for Everyday Boldness is found here.

Join us as we finish up the conversation with the Callahans! In this episode, the Callahans share personal experiences with Racial Fatigue and provide insight into how Racial Fatigue can occur within the church. Robert gives his perspective on a recent event that happened in the NBA and some encouragement for BIPOC listeners. As we end the episode, we briefly discuss faith and politics. The Callahans share some thought-provoking questions regarding what should and shouldn’t be partisan issues. You will come away from this episode with much to consider, process, and pray through! It is a must-listen!

Join us as we talk with the incredibly wise and insightful couple, Robert and Mollie Callahan! Robert is a defense attorney and Mollie stays at home with their three kids. We first met the Callahans when we heard Robert and Mollie speak about being an interracial family several years ago, and we have never forgotten what they said because it was THAT good! We think the conversation you'll hear in this two part episode, will be one that you remember for years to come as well! The Callahans discuss the importance and necessity of using your voice to speak truth, to set boundaries, and to fight for justice. They share about the difficulties 2020 has brought them, and how it has strengthened their resolve to continue to speak out. This conversation is sure to be surprising, empowering, and educational for your journey. Follow us at The Reconciled Life on Facebook and Instagram, or email us at [email protected]