Kiki's Korner Podcast

Yazmin Spearman is a third-year MDiv candidate at Duke Divinity. She defines herself as a human, creative writer, and preacher. This episode was previously recorded in the summer of 2021. Due to my study abroad plans, Kiki's Korner was interrupted. Please enjoy this powerful conversation on intersectionality, critical race theory, womanism, the Black Church, and social movements. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

Insurrection & Christian Nationalism --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

Season Finale of Kiki's Korner! In the final episode of season 2, I have a conversation with my fellow Seminarian Reagan Jones about knowing our purpose and remembering our identity in Christ during an isolating pandemic. Streaming on all platforms Saturday at 9am. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

In this episode, I discuss the miscarriage of justice of the Breonna Taylor case. Donate to the Louisville Community Bail Fund: https://actionnetwork.org/fundraising/louisville-community-bail-fund/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

Another 2 part series from Kiki's Korner Podcast featuring Brandon Wilkins. Brandon Wilkins, a former athlete and a current coach joined me to discuss Athletes and Activism. We talked about our current racial climate and athletes standing for justice. Recently the Orlando Magic and Milwaukee Bucks boycotted Game 5 of the NBA playoffs in light of the Jacob Blake shooting. A change must come. Brandon’s bio coming soon but follow his podcast and blog @ashiftinpace *This episode was recorded before the shooting of Jacob Blake, the NBA Playoff Boycott and the Death of Chadwick Boseman. *New theme music by Brandon Wilkins - The name of the song is Vision Quest from Brandon's moniker House of Monsters! It's available on all streaming platforms, Thank you Brandon for the music. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

Another 2 part series from Kiki's Korner Podcast featuring Brandon Wilkins. Brandon Wilkins, a former athlete and a current coach joined me to discuss Athletes and Activism. We talked about our current racial climate and athletes standing for justice. Recently the Orlando Magic and Milwaukee Bucks boycotted Game 5 of the NBA playoffs in light of the Jacob Blake shooting. A change must come. Brandon’s bio coming soon but follow his podcast and blog @ashiftinpace *This episode was recorded before the shooting of Jacob Blake, the NBA Playoff Boycott and the Death of Chadwick Boseman. *New theme music by Brandon Wilkins - The name of the song is Vision Quest from Brandon's moniker House of Monsters! It's available on all streaming platforms, thank you Brandon for the music. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

Part two of the Transracial Adoption series with the Solis family! On this episode, Nahir discusses her Facebook post that was heard around the world. In the Facebook post Nahir addressed the complex relationship between the Latino community and Black community when it comes to race relations. We concluded with Biblical principles for Transracial Adoption. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

This is a two-part series dedicated to Transracial Adoption. My Youth Pastors Matt and Nahir Solis joined me on Kiki's Korner to discuss Transracial Adoption. A few years ago, they adopted Keson, Maya, and Kira. In part one of the series we discussed the Black Lives Matter Movement, the current racial climate, and what the adoption process is like. This was a very powerful episode. I am grateful for their vulnerability, advocacy, and love. Streaming on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Anchor, and YouTube. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

I discuss faith and fashion with influencer and fashionista Ashton Paige Anderson. We talk about Sustainable Fashion versus Fast Fashion, modesty in the church, and the Fashion industry amid the Black Lives Matter movement. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

“You shall have no other gods before me. “You shall not make for yourself a carved image, or any likeness of anything that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth. You shall not bow down to them or serve them, for I the Lord your God am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers on the children to the third and the fourth generation of those who hate me, but showing steadfast love to thousands of those who love me and keep my commandments. In this episode, I have a wholesome conversation with Reformed University Fellowship Intern Scott Moore about Idols in our culture. We addressed the root of idolatry, and we provide biblical principles to help overcome idolatry in our culture today. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

The Immigration and Customs Enforcements announced that "Nonimmigrant F-1 and M-1 students attending schools operating entirely online may not take a full online course load and remain in the United States. The U.S. Department of State will not issue visas to students enrolled in schools and/or programs that are fully online for the fall semester nor will U.S. Customs and Border Protection permit these students to enter the United States." This is scary and freighting for many International students in the United States. International Students might not have access to the Internet and other resources needed to complete their education. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

Should we abolish the Police? In this episode I talk about the realities of abolishing the police and how should we as young Christians should respond to this call to action. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

In this episode I discuss the power of prayer and action during a social uprising. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

Being Black In America comes with a cost in every realm of life. You are the victim, educator, and teacher of systemic racism. There is a Black Holocaust going on outside that has been going on for hundreds of years and now people are finally noticing the cost of Being Black in America. The Bible speaks about corrupt systems, evil doing, slavery, justice, hope, and judgement. In this episode I hope to shed light on the weight and repercussion of what it is like to be Black in American. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

Isaiah 40:31 "but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

The Church needs to bear witness to the times. The church needs to remind the world who we are through our word and action. Police brutality, Black Lives Matter, and justice are the topics are pressing issues in today's culture. So, where is the church? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

In this episode I give updates on the murder investigation of Breonna Taylor, and have a candid conversation about black womanhood with Poet and Activist Natia Weathers. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

Join me this Friday at 9 pm for a special edition episode of Kiki's Korner, as I will discuss the current state of "Race in America" during COVID-19, and the necessary response from the people of God. I will observe, interrogate, and prescribe biblical principles for racism. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

Where is God in this pandemic? How do we hear his voice? How do we make it through this time? What are the biblical principles that we need to get through this season ? feat. Pastor Delia Francois (My mother) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

Romans 12:2 "Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will". I hope this conversation cultivates a space for healing. Thy will be done. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

Colossians 3:13 "Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you." --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

Deuteronomy 31:6 6 Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.” --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

You're enough. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

R.I.P Kobe. Mamba Mentality 4 life. In this episode I talk about Kobe's death, grief, and Black History Month. Peace and love. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support

Introduction & Preview of the show. Where Biblical Principles Meet Culture : Welcome...I am your host Kiki Francois. This podcast targets millennials and Gen Z for the Kingdom of God. Our worldly culture tells us to conform to standards of man but this podcast focuses on honoring God with our culture. I discuss critical controversial issues that we all face at some point in our journey. The anchor verse for this show is Romans 12:2 "Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will." --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kimani-francois/support