Counter Point

Follow Counter Point
Share on
Copy link to clipboard

Counter Point is the Counter Narrative Project podcast. The shows amplifies the voices of black gay men through conversations with thought leaders, creatives and activists. Follow us on Twitter at @buildingdesire and like us on Facebook at @thecounternarrative.

The Counter Narrative Project


    • Jun 18, 2017 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 34m AVG DURATION
    • 16 EPISODES


    Search for episodes from Counter Point with a specific topic:

    Latest episodes from Counter Point

    Show #8 - Charles Stephens Interviews Linda Villarosa

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2017 26:36


    On this show Charles Stephens sits down with Journalist Linda Villarosa. Linda is the Program Director at The City College of New York, and she wrote a piece for the New York Times entitled America's Hidden HIV Epidemic: Why do America's black gay and bisexual men have a higher HIV rate than any country in the world?

    Show #8 - Charles Stephens Interviews Linda Villarosa

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2017 26:36


    On this show Charles Stephens sits down with Journalist Linda Villarosa. Linda is the Program Director at The City College of New York, and she wrote a piece for the New York Times entitled America's Hidden HIV Epidemic: Why do America's black gay and bisexual men have a higher HIV rate than any country in the world? Charles and Linda discuss the piece and dive into the challenges the community has had bringing adequate attention and funding to address the epidemic. Linda also sheds light on things that didn't make it into the piece, including a section on Craig G. Harris. You can read more about it on lindavillarosa.com.

    Show #7 - Charles Stephens Interviews Frederick McKindra

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2017 56:03


    On this show, Charles Stephens (Founder & Executive Director of Counter Narrative Project) chats with Journalist Frederick McKindra. Mr. McKindra wrote a piece for Buzzfeed entitled "Does Desiring White Guys Make Me A Traitor To My Race." This show contains adult language.

    Show #7 - Charles Stephens Interviews Frederick McKindra

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2017 56:03


    On this show, Charles Stephens (Founder & Executive Director of Counter Narrative Project) chats with Journalist Frederick McKindra. Mr. McKindra wrote a piece for Buzzfeed entitled "Does Desiring White Guys Make Me A Traitor To My Race." This show contains adult language.

    Show #6 - "Leviticus: Faggot" 20 Years Later: A CNP Discussion

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2016 41:23


    On our last show for 2016, Johnnie and CNP Executive Director, Charles Stephens wrap up the year by discussing the song "Leviticus: F****t." 20 years ago "Leviticus: F****t," from the album Peace Beyond Passion, was the lead single from Me'shell Ndegeocello's sophomore album. The song was accompanied by a defining video, and broke new ground for story telling in videos for Black gay men. We discuss it's impact, and how the song and video can inspire today's generation.

    Show #6 - "Leviticus: Faggot" 20 Years Later: A CNP Discussion

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2016 41:23


    On our last show for 2016, Johnnie and CNP Executive Director, Charles Stephens wrap up the year by discussing the song "Leviticus: F****t." 20 years ago "Leviticus: F****t," from the album Peace Beyond Passion, was the lead single from Me'shell Ndegeocello's sophomore album. The song was accompanied by a defining video, and broke new ground for story telling in videos for Black gay men. We discuss it's impact, and how the song and video can inspire today's generation.

    Show #5 - Donnie: "The American Mythology" and Liberation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2016 28:30


    On this episode Johnnie chats with Singer, Songwriter, Producer and Arranger Donnie about his new album "The American Mythology," and his personal journey to liberation. Donnie emerged on the scene in the early-2000's with his album "The Colored Section." His new album, "The American Mythology" is described as "a colorful, epic narrative and inspiring soundtrack." His album can be purchased at iamdonnie.com.

    Show #5 - Donnie: "The American Mythology" and Liberation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2016 28:30


    On this episode Johnnie chats with Singer, Songwriter, Producer and Arranger Donnie about his new album "The American Mythology," and his personal journey to liberation. Donnie emerged on the scene in the early-2000's with his album "The Colored Section." His new album, "The American Mythology" is described as "a colorful, epic narrative and inspiring soundtrack." His album can be purchased at iamdonnie.com.

    Show #4 - Dr. Kevin Mumford

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2016 31:37


    On this episode, Johnnie sits down with Dr. Kevin Mumford, author of the book "Not Straight, Not White: Black Gay Men from the March on Washington to the AIDS Crisis." They discuss several themes covered in the book including Joseph Beam, Grant-Michael Fitzgerald and Jet Magazine.

    Show #4 - Dr. Kevin Mumford

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2016 31:37


    On this episode, Johnnie sits down with Dr. Kevin Mumford, author of the book "Not Straight, Not White: Black Gay Men from the March on Washington to the AIDS Crisis." They discuss several themes covered in the book including Joseph Beam, Grant-Michael Fitzgerald and Jet Magazine.

    Show #3 - Choir Boy

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2016 31:07


    On this show, host Johnnie Kornegay is joined by Counter Narrative Founder, Charles Stephens, Ramon Johnson of Morehouse College and Michael Winn of the Alliance Theatre to discuss the upcoming production of a staged reading of Tarell Alvin McCraney's "Choir Boy," Directed by Winn.

    Show #3 - Choir Boy

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2016 31:07


    On this show, host Johnnie Kornegay is joined by Counter Narrative Founder, Charles Stephens, Ramon Johnson of Morehouse College and Michael Winn of the Alliance Theatre to discuss the upcoming production of a staged reading of Tarell Alvin McCraney's "Choir Boy," Directed by Winn.

    Show #2 - Black Gay Men, HIV, Activism and the South: Reflections Of Our History

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2016 39:13


    On this episode, Host Johnnie Kornegay is joined by CNP Founder Charles Stephens to discuss the history of Black Gay Men, HIV and Activism in the South. They also dive into Valentine's Day, Community and Shikeith's "Black Men Dream."

    Show #2 - Black Gay Men, HIV, Activism and the South: Reflections Of Our History

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2016 39:13


    On this episode, Host Johnnie Kornegay is joined by CNP Founder Charles Stephens to discuss the history of Black Gay Men, HIV and Activism in the South. They also dive into Valentine's Day, Community and Shikeith's "Black Men Dream."

    Show #1 - Johnnie Kornegay and Charles Stephens Discuss "Beyond The Clinical Narrative"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2016 22:24


    For January, 2016 The Counter Narrative Project takes you "Beyond The Clinical Narrative" for Black gay men. Johnnie Kornegay and CNP Founder, Charles Stephens, discuss what this month's topic really means, how trauma affects healthcare access and outcomes for Black gay men and the power of words to heal.

    Show #1 - Johnnie Kornegay and Charles Stephens Discuss "Beyond The Clinical Narrative"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2016 22:24


    For January, 2016 The Counter Narrative Project takes you "Beyond The Clinical Narrative" for Black gay men. Johnnie Kornegay and CNP Founder, Charles Stephens, discuss what this month's topic really means, how trauma affects healthcare access and outcomes for Black gay men and the power of words to heal.

    Claim Counter Point

    In order to claim this podcast we'll send an email to with a verification link. Simply click the link and you will be able to edit tags, request a refresh, and other features to take control of your podcast page!

    Claim Cancel