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All Rev'd Up
All Rev’d Up explores where faith intersects politics and culture. Reverend Irene Monroe and Reverend Emmett G. Price III (AKA "The Revs") come from different black faith perspectives, they’re of different generations, they hail from different parts of the country, and they come together in this pod...
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Ryan Coogler's Sinners
In the 2025 Supernatural Horror Film, Ryan Coogler has grossed over $300 Million on his hit, "Sinners." In the All Rev'd Up Season 8 Finale, The Revs...
The Complications of Social Norms
Have you ever wondered how all 'Black folks' know the same line dances, cook the same foods on certain holidays or all know the dos and don'ts, cultur...
The Influence of Black Media
As Black journalists are becoming more vocal and seemingly more attacked by their counterparts and even current political leaders, The Revs discuss ho...
Why Don't Black Women Get Enough Flowers in Music?
In this episode of the All Rev'd Up podcast, The Revs honor the profound legacy and ongoing influence of Black women in music. Through compelling stor...
Why Black History?
In this Black History Month episode, The Revs discuss affirmative action, the state of the country and its rapid changes regarding DEI, Black History...
Black Love, Black Joy
In this Valentine's Day-inspired episode of the All Rev'd Up Podcast, The Revs explore the themes of finding and valuing Black love. Join us as we dis...
The Silence of Scandal
For years, whispers and rumors surrounded P. Diddy and R. Kelly, with legendary stories hinting at misconduct. Yet, despite the mounting evidence and...
It was Kamala's Time
On Tuesday, November 5, 2024 the United States of America voted 58% for President Donald Trump leaving 42% for Vice President Kamala Harris in a decis...
Kamala's Moment
President Obama was the President of Hope, and The Revs are claiming that VP Harris will be the first female President of the United States – the Pres...
The Nod
For generations, the Black community has had coded phrases or gestures with varied meanings within those who understand each signal. One of those belo...
Line Dance Culture
From the Cha Cha Slide to the Electric Slide, coordinated routines – affectionately known as line dances, or hustles – have been embedded in Black fam...
Celebrating Juneteenth
Did you know that Juneteenth is the longest-celebrated Black holiday, although it wasn't nationalized until 2020 – when George Floyd was killed? In th...
Drake v. Lamar
Tupac and Biggie. Lil' Kim and Nicki Minaj. Now Drake and ...what seems like everyone. Kendrick Lamar is the latest rapper to go bar for bar with Mr....
Women's Basketball
As Caitlin Clark , Angel Reeves, Kamilla Cardoso, and so many others' names have been buzzing for their outstanding college seasons and transitions in...
Black Country Roots
In the wake of Beyoncé's Act II, "Cowboy Carter," music fans across the globe brought up an argument that isn't new to music: if Black artists belong...
Is DEI Dead?
DEI was all the rave amid BLM protests and racial tensions in America. As of the last year or so, DEI advances in colleges and Corporate America are s...
Big D, Small d: Democracy
As Black History Month has transitioned into Women’s History Month during this election year, The Revs discuss democracy from 1619 to 2024 to American...
No More Gatekeepers
As Black History Month 2024 comes to a close, The Revs discuss the importance of Black people being paid their worth, those willing to pave their own...
Happy Birthday, Hip Hop!
The Revs reflect on where they were when hip hop started, how the genre impacted them, and how it’s evolved since 1973.
NAACP Comes to Town
The last time the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People was in Boston for a national convention, was 1982. This year, they return...
Affirmative Inaction
As the highest court of the land has reversed the legislation that once protected and allowed equal and fair consideration of groups historically disc...
Juneteenth and Black Erasure
Established as a federal holiday in 2021 – 156 years after the initial issuance of the freedom of Black people in America, attempting to celebrate Jun...
Black Roots of Memorial Day
As we honor and mourn the U.S. military personnel who have died while serving in the United States Armed Forces, the Revs call attention to the Black...
Good Samaritan, or Murderer?
After the New York Subway murder of Jordan Neely, his attacker claimed that he was being a Good Samaritan, as he felt like his life – and the lives of...
Knocking on the Wrong Door While Black
In light of the shooting of Kansas City teen, Ralph Yarl, The Revs discuss the issues and fears of Black people continually being shot – and possibly...
The Tennessee Three
After expressing their dismay regarding gun control, two of the three members of the “Tennessee Three” were expelled from their roles in the state’s H...
Kamala Harris Extends Her Duties to the Motherland
It’s been three years since President Joe Biden was sworn into office with his right-hand woman, Kamala Harris as the Vice President: the first woman...
The Embrace: Black History Month Special
In a special episode for Black History Month, The Revs discuss “the embrace” from overall blackness to the recently unveiled artwork from Leslie Jones...
The Highs and Lows of 2022
Through another wave of the pandemic, racial unrest, political achievements and everything in between, The Revs discuss 2022 for Blacks in America as...
Is Boston Still the "Most Racist City?"
As current Massachusetts residents, The Revs discuss their experiences, initial and current thoughts about the state of Boston with special guest, Bos...
The Season of Gratitude
Ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday – the kick-off of the end-of-the-year holiday season – The Revs discuss the importance of being grateful, what they’...
The Impact of Our Vote
The day after the 2022 U.S. Midterm Elections, The Revs discuss their political party preferences, thoughts on voting over the years, and most importa...
Behind the Podcast: a Conversation with Co-Producer Kavontae Smalls
In a conversation with the Revs, All Rev’d Up producer, Kavontae Smalls discusses his work as a journalist, producer and social media manager, in addi...
Behind the Podcast: a Conversation with Co-Producer Kyla L. Wright
In a conversation with the Revs, All Rev’d Up producer, Kyla L. Wright discusses her work as a journalist, advocate and entrepreneur, in addition to s...
Why Do We Obsess Over Kim Kardashian?
While Kim Kardashian has gained acclaim from social media and scandals to high-profile A-list relationships, the socialite is accused of her rise bein...
Will Queen Serena Continue to Receive Her Flowers?
As Serena Williams – the greatest tennis player of all time – announced her “evolution” or retirement from the sport, the Revs discuss her legacy, the...
The Geopolitics of being Brittany Griner
In the Season 5 premiere, The Revs discuss the efforts in getting WNBA superstar Brittany Griner home from Russia, where she’s currently serving a sen...
Roe v. Wade and its Impact on Black Folks
On June 24, 2022, Roe v. Wade was overturned by the Supreme Court. The landmark 1973 case granting women the legal right to an abortion was struck dow...
BHM 2022: Still Overcoming
As February winds down, The Revs reconvene for a special episode dedicated to Black History: beyond the month. The month, used by some to complain abo...