Existential

We invite you to listen in as the Leak family has a very candid conversation about faith, the Black college experience, and what it means to be "spiritual" in an ever-changing world.    Contend with us: https://coreyevanleak.com  

In this episode, I talk about that time I heard a worship song in an Uber and it disturbed me. Check it out!   Contend with us: https://coreyevanleak.com      

Corey chats with Kevin Sweeney who is the author of the book "The Making of a Mystic." They talk faith, spirituality, and how we can learn to practice faith in ways that make us more alive, fulfilled, and joyful.  Contend with Kevin: On Instagram: @kevinsweeney1 Get his book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/1957007141/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1652637771&sr=8-1 Contend with us: https://coreyevanleak.com/ http://patreon.com/coreyevanleak

We had our guy Ro back on the show to talk about deconstructing and how he says his life got better after he leaned into what he truly believed despite what it would cost and who wouldn't be able to accept it.  Contend with Ro: https://www.rolamb.com/scarlet-ranger/ Contend with us: https://coreyevanleak.com/  

In this new episode, Corey talks with DEI professional, author, and fashion editor Danielle Prescod about whether or not some performative acts of anti-racism can be helpful in creating more spaces of belonging. Contend with Danielle: On Instagram: @danielleprescod  Contend with us:  https://coreyevanleak.com/  

On this episode of the show, Corey caught up with old friend Nicole Serrano who is a recording artist, songwriter, and musician who wrote a song about their own story of coming out as queer from the Christian music scene. Nicole's honesty and vulnerability are life-giving and moving. Enjoy!   Contend with Nicole: On Instagram: @nicoleserrano  Contend with us: https://coreyevanleak.com/  

In this episode, Corey has a conversation with Carlos Rodriguez about his journey to creating Happy Givers, the clothing and social justice NGO he created after a career in full-time evangelical ministry.  This deconstruction conversation is one you don't want to miss!   Contend with Carlos: On Twitter: @CarlosHappyNPO Happy Givers web: https://thehappygivers.com Our Patreon: http://patreon.com/coreyevanleak

This conversation Corey had with Dr. Janice Gassam Assare was so good we decided to release it as a bonus episode! Dr. J is an incredible DEI practitioner, author, speaker, and leader. Whether you're the boss or you have one, you need to hear this!   Contend with Dr. Janice: On Insta: @janicejnice   Listen to her podcast: The Dirty Diversity Podcast Get her book: https://www.abebooks.com/Pink-Elephant-Practical-Guide-Creating-Anti-Racist/31227298587/bd?cm_mmc=ggl-_-US_Shopp_Trade_10to20-_-product_id=COM9780578791296USED-_-keyword=&gclid=Cj0KCQjw8amWBhCYARIsADqZJoVWpWOcLW3DFWCNYsnlU6e8hr_-LfUj8lyO3toL8OpbLuX8DOmLiNUaAoJ9EALw_wcB Contend with us:  http://patreon.com/coreyevanleak

In this episode, Corey explains what he means when he says "contending for a better world."

In this new episode, Corey talks to Dante Stewart author of "Shoutin In the Fire." They discuss Dante's book, Black rage, spirituality, and how Black authors and culture can reveal the Divine in ways we might not have imagined. Contend with Dante: On Twitter and Insta: @stewartdantec The book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/672938/shoutin-in-the-fire-by-dante-stewart/ Contend with us on Patreon: http://patreon.com/coreyevanleak

In this episode, Corey talks to artist, activist, and author Propaganda about all the things the hood can teach us about life and spirituality.  Contend with Propaganda: On the socials: @prophiphop  On the web: https://www.prophiphop.com Contend with us: On Patreon: http://patreon.com/coreyevanleak

In this episode, Corey talks to Lettie Gore about the power of history and how we can engage in the sacred work of writing better stories in the present.  Contend with Lettie: On Insta: @sincerely.lettie  

In this episode, Corey and Jo Luehmann discuss how to have a liberated spirituality and what happens when empires fall.    Contend with Jo: On Insta and Twitter: @joluehmann  Contend with us: On Patreon: http://patreon.com/coreyevanleak

In this episode, Corey talks about what acting has to do with social justice and allyship for the marginalized of the world.    Contend with us: http://patreon.com/coreyevanleak

In this episode Corey shares where he is on his spiritual journey and why we can trust the journey ahead of us.  Contend with us: http://patreon.com/coreyevanleak

Renowned speaker, author, and equity consultant Dr. Nancy Dome co-founded Epoch Education in 2014 to provide leaders in education and business with accessible professional development in diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and equity. As an educator for nearly three decades, Dr. Dome taught in the juvenile court and community schools teaching our most vulnerable students and has served as a Distinguished Teacher in Residence and faculty member at California State University-San Marcos. Her transformative approach helps school districts and educational agencies throughout the country navigate complex topics, build bridges, and work together for inclusive, impactful change. Contend with Dr. Dome:  www.epocheducation.com.

Some musings about the N-word and racism that you gotta hear!   Contend with us:  On Patreon: http://patreon.com/coreyevanleak   Website for coaching:   https://www.coreyevanleak.com    

In this episode, Corey talks to Candice Benbow who is a theologian, writer, and author of the acclaimed new book "Red Lip Theology." Candice talks about her book, why her book isn't a book about deconstruction, and a prayer she prayed that will shock and inspire you!  Contend with Candice: On Insta and Twitter: @candicebenbow Contend with us: http://patreon.com/coreyevanleak

Christena Cleveland, Ph.D. is a social psychologist, public theologian, author, and activist. She is the founder and director of the Center for Justice + Renewal as well as its sister organization, Sacred Folk, which creates resources to stimulate people's spiritual imaginations and support their journeys toward liberation. An award-winning researcher and former professor at Duke University's Divinity School, Christena lives in Boston, Massachusetts. Contend with Dr. Cleveland: On her Patreon Learning Community: https://www.patreon.com/cscleve Contend with us:  https://www.patreon.com/coreyevanleak

Amanda is back with us to discuss how she wound up a commentator on Fox News and her activism for women and their reproductive rights.  Contend with Amanda: On Insta: @raisingimagination Web: https://linktr.ee/raisingimagination Contend with us: On Patreon: http://patreon.com/coreyevanleak

Find out how generosity can be an obstacle on the road to a better world.    Contend with us: http://patreon.com/coreyevanleak

In this episode, we welcome back Melissa Florer-Bixler to talk about her new book "How to Have an Enemy." This conversation spans abolition, unity, and justice. Anyone who has wrestled with how to navigate our polarize society, this is a conversation for you! Show notes: To support incarcerated people: https://bailproject.org/ Contend with our Melissa: On twitter: @MelissaFloBix Her book: https://bookshop.org/books/how-to-have-an-enemy-righteous-anger-and-the-work-of-peace/9781513808130 Contend with us: http://patreon.com/coreyevanleak  

Our brother and friend Andre Henry is back to talk about new music, his book, and a message from an ancestor you absolutely HAVE to hear!   Contend with Andre: https://www.andrehenry.co/ On Insta: @theandrehenry Contend with us: On Insta: @existentialpodcast Become a Patron: http://patreon.com/coreyevanleak   Legacy Trip: https://www.wetravel.com/trips/legacy-trip-montgomery-with-corey-leak-and-nandi-kayyy-legacy-trips-montgomery-70382197  

In this episode, Corey's friend Curtis shares a critique of episode 74, Corey and Curtis discuss religious history and how we contend for a better world in the tension of it all.  Contend with Curtis:  On Twitter: @curtislillie  Join us for legacy trips: https://www.wetravel.com/trips/legacy-trip-montgomery-with-corey-leak-and-nandi-kayyy-legacy-trips-montgomery-70382197 Our Patreon:  http://patreon.com/coreyevanleak

This is an episode about love, God, us, and how they all work together.    Contend with us:  On Insta: @existentialpodcast Patreon: http://patreon.com/coreyevanleak

In this episode, Corey talks to Bree Newsome Bass, the artist, musician, writer, and activist who famously took down the confederate flag in South Carolina in 2015. You'll want to make sure you listen to this conversation about abolition, art, activism, and a remade world.  Contend with Bree: On Instagram: @bree.newsome On Twitter: @breenewsome Web: breenewsome.com Contend with us: On Instagram: @existentialpodcast Web: http://patreon.com/coreyevanleak  

In this episode, Corey talks to Blake Chastain who founded #Exvangelical and is a thought leader on deconstruction and the exvangelical movement.    Contend with our guest: On Twitter: @brchastain  Web: postevangelicalpost.substack.com   Contend with us:  On Insta: @existentialpodcast Web: coreyevanleak.com 

In this episode, Corey and Jen talk about their battles with anxiety, existential crises, and another way to name "deconstruction."  Contend with Jen and stay up to date with her new podcast: On Instagram: @iamjenkinney and @storypowerpodcast  Contend with us:  On Instagram: @existentialpodcast 

Join us for our Existential Sunday Series on Existential, the podcast. In this episode, Corey was joined by writer Kathy Khang to talk about Covid 19 and the impact of anti-Asian violence in the United States.  

Join us for our Existential Sunday Series on Existential, the podcast. In this episode, Corey shares his thoughts on the church and the country, and the ways in which they police Black thought.

Join us for our Existential Sunday Series on Existential, the podcast. In this episode of Existential, Corey shares his thoughts on enemies, love, boundaries, and more.

Join us for our Existential Sunday Series on Existential, the podcast. In this episode of Existential, Corey shares his thoughts on The Overton Window, Anti-Blackness, and so much more.

Join us for our Existential Sunday Series on Existential, the podcast. In this episode of Existential, Corey shares his thoughts on certainty as a tool of supremacy culture and how the evangelical church embodies these things.  

It's Friday and we are sharing some of our favorite episodes with you. Today is a throwback to episode 58 with Weeze Doran.   This is a fun episode with our new friend Weeze! Corey and Weeze talk about race, women, anti-racism, and so much more. Tune in!   Contend with Weeze: On Insta: @accordingtoweeze  And sign up for webinars with Weeze at: https://accordingtoweeze.podia.com/weeze

This is a conversation about the complexities of Black faith in the United States. Robert Monson is an artist, scholar, and thought leader on faith with a provocative perspective on all things spiritual.    Contend with Robert on twitter: @robertjmonson

In this episode, Corey shares his thoughts about the verdict, another incident of anti-Black violence, grief, joy, and the complexity of justice. 

In this episode, Corey talks with Phil Drysdale (Deconstruction specialist) about the reasons people deconstruct their faith, racism, privilege, and spirituality in the UK. Contend with Phil: On Insta: @phildrysdale   

In this episode, Corey talks to Tiffany Bluhm who is the author of Prey Tell: Why We Silence Women Who Tell the Truth and How Everyone Can Speak Up. She is a speaker, writer, and podcast co-host of the podcast Why Tho, a show answering the existential and nonsensical questions we ask ourselves, with author and speaker, Ashley Abercrombie. She speaks at conferences and events around the world, and her work has been featured in Publisher's Weekly, Sojo, The Jenny McCarthy Show, and more.  Contend with Tiffany: On Instagram: @tiffanybluhm  Find her book: https://www.tiffanybluhm.com

Trust us, just listen! IT'S SO GOOD!!!

Corey has a conversation with Melissa Flores Bixler who is a Mennonite minister and has radically re-imagined what a faith community in the US Can look like.    Contend with Melissa: On Twitter: @MelissaFloBix  

This is a fun episode with our new friend Weeze! Corey and Weeze talk about race, women, anti-racism, and so much more. Tune in!   Contend with Weeze: On Insta: @accordingtoweeze  And sign up for webinars with Weeze at: https://accordingtoweeze.podia.com/weeze  

This episode is a lamentation of how Black people can lose their connection to heritage to survive.    Contend with us:  On IG: @existentialpodcast  

In this new episode, Corey has our friend and sister historian Lettie Shumate back on to talk about the rich history of Black Americans, why we celebrate Black History Month, and the significance of making the study of Black history a lifestyle.  Contend with Lettie on Instagram: @sincerely.lettie  

In this episode, Corey and Jen talk about the insurrection at the capitol, the new year, and how to engage with family and friends about social change. 

This is a conversation with Tony Caldwell who is a podcast host and mental health professional about God, trauma, grief, church, and social change.Contend with our Guest:On Insta: @tonycaldwellContend with us:On Insta: @existentialpodcastBecome a Patron:http://patreon.com/coreyevanleak

This is a conversation with the hosts of Token Confessions Cedric and Sanchez. It's an honest dialog about faith, history, politics, and the United States with 3 Black men who know what it is to be tokenized by white evangelicalism. Contend with our guests: On Instagram: @tokenconfessions Contend with us: On Insta: @coreyevanleak and @existentialpodcastOn Twitter: @coreyevanmusicOur Patreon: http://patreon.com/coreyevanleak

This is a conversation about faith, church, and accountability with Jo Luehmann who uses her voice to advocate for people who have been harmed by church and clergy. It's a hard-hitting, authentic, and honest conversation. Contend with our guest:On Insta: @joluehmann and @dobetterchurchOn Twitter: @joluehmann Contend with us:On Insta: @coreyevanleak and @existentialpodcastOn Twitter: @coreyevanmusicJoin our Patreon community: http://patreon.com/coreyevanleak        

This is an intellectually honest conversation with two church planters who entered into a deconstruction journey while planting a church in Texas as part of a conservative evangelical denomination. This is a conversation that every person of faith (especially Christians) should hear!Contend with our Guests:On Insta: @kellymatlock On Twitter:@danmatlockand@kellykmatlock Contend with us:On Insta: @coreyevanleak and @existentialpodcast Join us on Patreon:http://patreon.com/coreyevanleak

In this monumental episode, Corey makes the case that curiosity is the natural state of being human and that certainty interferes with that natural state.  Contend with us:On Insta: @existentialpodcast and @coreyevanleakOn Twitter: @coreyevanmusic Join our Patreon Community: http://patreon.com/coreyevanleak

In this incredibly insightful episode, Corey talks with Danielle Hawthorne who is the VP of programs for an organization dedicated to making space for POC to thrive in the tech community, about the challenges and solutions for Black and Latinx people in the tech world. Listen in to Danielle's phenomenal insights. We hope this conversation is as inspiring to you as it was to us!Contend with our guest:On FB: https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=danielle%20hawthorneCheck out the work of Code 2040: http://www.code2040.orgContend with us:On Insta: @coreyevanmusic and @existentialpodcast

In this episode, Corey talks with Jer Swigart of Global Immersion. Jer follows his faith tradition into harm's way for the oppressed and the marginalized, and in this episode, we hear him share his story and why he has chosen to walk that road.  Contend with our guest:Org: Global ImmersionBook: Mending the DividesPodcast: Everyday Peacemaking PodcastElection Resource: Conflicted Allegiance Contend with us: On Insta: @existentialpodcast and @coreyevanleak Become a Patron: http://patreon.com/coreyevanleak