Church Folks

In this episode, Derek talks to pastor, author and online personality D.K. Hammonds about the clap back culture among church folks on social media. Follow DK @iamdkhammonds across all social media, or iamdkhammonds.com Follow Church Folks @churchfolksshow on Facebook and Instagram; or visit us at churchfolksshow.podomatic.net Follow Derek @iamderekjmurphy on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram; or visit derekjmurphy.com Follow Whit as Whit D. Wats on Facebook, or @fromme_whitlove on Instagram

This week, we've switched some things up with an announcement, then sit in on our conversation with personal and professional development expert and author, our homegirl, Dr. Kimberly Ellison. Follow Dr. Ellison @drkimberlyellison on Facebook and Instagram, @drkellison on Twitter, or visit drkimberlyellison.com Follow Church Folks @churchfolksshow on Facebook and Instagram; or visit us at churchfolksshow.podomatic.net Follow Derek @iamderekjmurphy on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram; or visit derekjmurphy.com Follow Whit as Whit D. Wats on Facebook, or @fromme_whitlove on Instagram

This week, Derek and Whit give their takes on BLACK PANTHER, then begin a discussion of handling loss. Then listen to our discussion with grief expert and author, Caressa J, as she helps us to properly process our grief, and ultimately find our happy. Follow Caressa @iamcaressaj on Facebook and Instagram or visit caressaj.com Follow Church Folks @churchfolksshow on Facebook and Instagram; or visit us at churchfolksshow.podomatic.net Follow Derek @iamderekjmurphy on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram; or visit derekjmurphy.com Follow Whit as Whit D. Wats on Facebook, or @fromme_whitlove on Instagram

This week we go to the movies. Host Derek J. Murphy takes us down memory lane with a few of his favorite church scenes in movies. Then we talk with film maker and pastor, Prentice Dupins, about the art, business and ministry of making movies. Follow Prentice by visiting argentapictures.com or 1410mediagroup.com. Follow Church Folks @churchfolksshow on Facebook and Instagram; or visit us at churchfolksshow.podomatic.net Follow Derek @iamderekjmurphy on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram; or visit derekjmurphy.com Follow Whit as Whit D. Wats on Facebook, or @fromme_whitlove on Instagram

In this episode we talk TV with the Murphy Kids, about how every black television show takes us to church. We also talk Youth Ministry with expert Shanita "Nita B" Brown, of Generation Elevate, a non profit youth organization. Follow Nita B on Instagram & Twitter @IamNitaB, on Facebook @NitaBListening, or visit generationelevate.org Follow Church Folks @churchfolksshow on Facebook and Instagram; or visit us at churchfolksshow.podomatic.net Follow Derek @iamderekjmurphy on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram; or visit derekjmurphy.com Follow Whit as Whit D. Wats on Facebook, or @fromme_whitlove on Instagram

After a few months, WE BACK! This ad-free season two premiere features our conversation with fellow podcaster, pastor and Black Panther enthusiast, Tyler Burns, of the Pass The Mic Podcast, powered by The Witness, A Black Christian Collective. We talk about social injustice and the parts the church can play to bring it about. Follow Tyler Burns @burns23 on Twitter (follow at your own risk) or find out more about Pass the Mic by visiting thewitnessbcc.com Follow Church Folks @churchfolksshow on Facebook and Instagram; or visit us at churchfolksshow.podomatic.net Follow Derek @iamderekjmurphy on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram; or visit derekjmurphy.com Follow Whit as Whit Rosay on Facebook, or @fromme_whitlove on Instagram

We wrap up season one with actress, content creator, and host of Oprah's OWN Tonight, Stacy Ike. We also hear part 2 of Whit's interview with Derek. Follow Stacy Ike by visiting stacyike.com Follow Church Folks @churchfolksshow on Facebook and Instagram; or visit us at churchfolksshow.podomatic.net Follow Derek @iamderekjmurphy on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram; or visit derekjmurphy.com Follow Whit as Whit Rosay on Facebook, or @fromme_whitlove on Instagram This week's episode is supported by Britiany HD with DivabyDesign. Visit divabydesigntouchmua.com

In this episode we talk Blue Bell, Whataburger, and Willie Neil Johnson, with the multitalented comedian, Fred Thomas, aka THE PASTOR FRED. Also, Whit turns the tables and interviews Derek, so the Church Folks family can get to know him better. Follow Fred @thepastorfred on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram; or FredThomasTV on Youtube. Follow Church Folks @churchfolksshow on Facebook and Instagram; or visit us at derekjmurphy.com/churchfolksshow Follow Derek @iamderekjmurphy on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram; or visit derekjmurphy.com Follow Whit as Whit Rosay on Facebook, or @fromme_whitlove on Instagram

In this episode we discuss the ins and outs, ups and downs of being single in 2017, with speaker, writer, and strategist, Mark Anthony McCray, and multimedia personality Winter Harris. Follow Mark at markanthonymccray.com Follow Winter at winterharris.org Follow Church Folks @churchfolksshow on Facebook and Instagram; or visit us at derekjmurphy.com/churchfolksshow Follow Derek @iamderekjmurphy on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram; or visit derekjmurphy.com Follow Whit as Whit Rosay on Facebook, or @fromme_whitlove on Instagram

In this episode we discuss marriage ... well duh, it's the "marriage episode" ... with Al and Roz Warren of Together We're One (T.W.O.) Ministries, Little Rock, AR. We also take a moment to get to know Whit a little deeper. Follow Al & Roz of Facebook at @TWO.bocwc, Alfred Warren, Jr. and Roz Warren. Follow Church Folks @churchfolksshow on Facebook and Instagram; or visit us at derekjmurphy.com/churchfolksshow Follow Derek @iamderekjmurphy on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram; or visit derekjmurphy.com Follow Whit as Whit Rosay on Facebook, or @fromme_whitlove on Instagram

In this episode, we talk with two fashion entrepreneurs; high end, custom women's designer, Chrissy Mixon, with a story of healing and courage, and uban retailer, "Southside" Reggie Scroggins, with a story of redemption and humility. We also introduce the Kid's Chronicles segment with Derek's kids. Follow Chrissy @classyyoubychrissy on Facebook, or @classyyoubc on Twitter and Instagram. Also visit classyyoubychrissy.com Fine "Southside" Reggie On Facebook as Reggie Scroggins Follow Church Folks @churchfolksshow on Facebook and Instagram, or visit derekjmurphy.com/churchfolksshow Follow Derek @iamderekjmurphy on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or visit derekjmurphy.com. Follow Whit as Whit Rosay on Facebook and @fromme_whitlove on Instagram.

In this episode we talk with lifestyle designer and internet personality, Adeea Rodgers aka Trendy Socialite, about the pursuit of purpose; a great conversation for you AND your children. Follow Adeea @TrendySocialite on Twitter and Instagram. Follow Church Folks @churchfolksshow on Facebook and Instagram, or visit derekjmurphy.com/churchfolksshow Follow Derek @iamderekjmurphy on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or visit derekjmurphy.com. Follow Whit as Whit Rosay on Facebook and @fromme_whitlove on Instagram.

This week we discuss the state of the Gospel music industry, independent artists, and dependent ex spouses. Our special guest, Bay Area Gospel Legend, Demetrius Tolefree gives great insight. Follow Demetrius Tolefree @dtolefree on Twitter and Instagram Follow Church Folks @churchfolksshow on Facebook and Instagram; or visit us on the web at derekjmurphy.com/churchfolksshow Follow Derek @iamderekjmurphy on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram Follow Whit as Whit Rosay on Facebook and @fromme_whitlove on Instagram This weeks sponsor - REWRITING MURPHY'S LAW (derekjmurphy.com/books)

In this episode, we discuss hair (among other other things) with Master Stylist and Renaissance Woman, Markeita Pruitt. Also joined by special guest co-host Angela Pickett-Murphy, we tackle church folk's opinions about Jay-Z's new release, 4:44. Find Markeita - simplymarkeita.com Angela @_angelp on Instagram Church Folks - derekjmurphy.com/churchfolksshow, @churchfolksshow on Facebook and Instagram Derek - @iamderekjmurphy on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Whit - Whit Rosay on Facebook, @fromme_whitlove on Instagram This weeks sponsors - TY TRAVELS - myvortex365.com/tytravels REWRITING MURPHY'S LAW - derekjmurphy.com/books

In this episode we have great conversation with Master Preacher and Professional Educator, Dwalunda Alexander, about the the voices that have been "othered". We also introduce a new segment called "I Can't Make This Up" and "Open The Doors Of The Church" with a little bathroom humor! Find Dwalunda Alexander on FB or antiochkingdom.com Church Folks - derekjmurphy.com/churchfolksshow, @churchfolksshow on Facebook and Instagram Derek J. Murphy - @iamderekjmurphy on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Whit - Whit Rosay on Facebook, @fromme_whitlove on Instagram This weeks sponsor - REWRITING MURPHY'S LAW - derekjmurphy.com/books

In this, our premiere show, we have great talk with your new favorite comedian, Derrick Keener, about the start of his career, bouts with depression, and the rise of internet "comedians". We also "Open The Doors Of The Church" 4th of July style! Follow Derrick Keener FB and IG (@derrick_keener). Church Folks - derekjmurphy.com/churchfolksshow, @churchfolksshow on Facebook and Instagram Derek J. Murphy - @iamderekjmurphy on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Whit - Whit Rosay on Facebook, @fromme_whitlove on Instagram This weeks sponsors, TY TRAVELS - www.myvortex365/tytravels or facebook. com/tytravels and REWRITING MURPHY'S LAW - derekjmurphy.com/books

Check out this preview for the new, entertaining, and inspiring show highlighting people their ministries and passions, outside the church walls. Join host, Derek J. Murphy , and co-host Whit Rosay for CHURCH FOLKS! Church Folks - derekjmurphy.com/churchfolksshow, @churchfolksshow on Facebook and Instagram Derek J. Murphy - @iamderekjmurphy on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Whit - Whit Rosay on Facebook, @fromme_whitlove on Instagram This weeks sponsor, TY TRAVELS - www.myvortex365/tytravels or facebook. com/tytravels