Episodes
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Where Do We Go from Here, Redux
Following a stressful election, The Revs address the daunting question, ‘Where do we go from here?’ invoking the words of Dr. Martin Luther King. Despite who wins, there will be a call for healing a divided nation, and The Revs offer a sense of hope and direction. -
Voter Supression
As we head into the final days of the 2020 Election, which has monumental impacts, The Revs discuss the history of voter suppression and how it’s still going on. The Revs also discuss how Black people have often been the target of voter suppression efforts. -
Should Black people trust medical trials?
Vaccination trials for COVID-19 are being conducted by HBCU medical schools, and some of them are asking for more Black participation, but will Black people be trusting enough of the medicine to try it? Black people are not largely anti-vaxxers, but they understand the history of medical experimentation done on Black bodies. Also, the pandemic has exposed the disparities in America’s healthcare system that has disproportionately affected the Black community. -
Grieving During a "Twindemic"
The COVID-19 pandemic and the civil unrest have upended our daily lives and routines, creating uncertainty and anxiety, and grief. How we grieve and mourn and the practices and rituals that normally bring comfort aren't readily accessible during this incredibly isolating and challenging period. The Revs will talk about how the unique styles of black funerals "home goings" have functioned as both a form of pastoral care and celebration for its bereaved community. -
Black Agency and Influence
As the nation continues to confront the ills of systemic racism and oppression, the Black community is using its agency and influence to fight back. The Revs take a look at the power of Black culture in a riveting discussion about athletics, music and faith. -
Kamala Harris, First Black Woman
Kamala Harris makes history as the first Black woman on a presidential ticket. As we pay homage to Shirley Chisolm, Reverends Irene Monroe and Emmett G. Price III take a look at how Harris' selection is being received from the Black community. -
Season Two: We're Back!
After a brief (or not-so-brief) hiatus, Irene and Emmett – also known as “The Revs” are back and ready to be bold, and also broaden the podcast amid changes in the world. The Revs introduce the second season of “All Rev’d Up” in this trailer in preparation of the August 26 season premiere. -
A New Chapter For Tyler Perry
On their final episode of All Rev’d Up’s premier season, Irene and Emmett talk about Tyler Perry, the multi-talented actor, producer, writer and director, and his new production and studio complex in Atlanta. The new Tyler Perry Studios opened, to much fanfare, on the site of a former US military complex and is now the largest film studio in the country. It has established Perry as the first African-American to outright own a major film and production studio in the United States. -
A Conversation with Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley
On today’s show, The Revs sit down with Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley from Massachusetts’ 7th Congressional District. They talk about her role in the current impeachment proceedings and her belief in due process of the law, her faith as a foundation for her work in government and civic life, her thoughts on reparations and how we arrive at fair compensation, income inequality, and her efforts on criminal justice reform. -
Kanye, The Evangelist
On today’s show, Emmett and Irene examine Rapper Kanye West’s newest venture, his Sunday “pop-up” services at various churches and venues around the country. Is this a new hustle for Kanye? Another form of self-promotion? Or is he on a redemption journey, reclaiming his Christian identity? Rebranding and reinventing himself?
