Kirk x Najee Is a Vibe
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Did you know that Najee means "friend of God" and Kirk means "Church?" The fact that these guys go way back and have such a warm kinship makes complete sense. There was nothing but good vibes and brotherly love! Kirk speaks with the one and only Najee about how they floated into each other's lives, about his commitment to his spirituality and his experience growing up in the Bronx. But don't think these are your average everyday musicians. You can also tune in to hear them use words like "paradisiacal" and "attenuated." It's not a simplistic conversation by any stretch! (Aren't you curious...
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The Mighty, Mighty Ojay's!
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That's it. That's about all the description we need. The O'jays have such an expansive catalogue of music that has inarguably touched most Americans in some way, shape or form. Most of us get the warm and fuzzies when we hear the opening bars of "our song" by the legendary trio. Original member Walter Williams takes us down memory lane, and elaborates on his unshakable faith while Eric Nolan talks about enjoying life, loving everything you have, smelling the roses and the privilege of singing with his idol. (Eddie Levert is recovering from COVID. Sending love, light and healing energy!)...
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Alonzo Bodden Got It From His Mama
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You may know Alonzo Bodden as one of the winners of Last Comic Standing. Or, you may know him from his regular rotation on NPR's wildly popular show Wait Wait Don't Tell Me. But do you know-know him? Get to know Alonzo Bodden a bit more alongside Kirk as the two pack in a lot during this fun-filled hour. Did you know he started out, much like Bill Withers, as an aerospace mechanic and instructor? He talks about how he got it from his mama, the gift of improv and the benefits of knowing a little bit about a lot of things. And, he notes that the best...
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Omar Comin!
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The soul sangin Omar Wilson is coming for us all with his incredible vocals and delivery. [Check him out on the remake of Secret Garden with Shawn Stockman, Raheem DeVaughn and Sisquo.] Kirk has the pleasure of sitting with Omar to deep dive into self love, fearless faith and making peace with not always understanding the why's behind the way God moves. They also talk about the loss of a child and how it rattles the faith of even the most steadfast among us. AND Omar talks about his multi-layered and deep-rooted connection to Kirk's beloved hometown of Memphis. He also declared our BBQ the...
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Robyn Crawford Has A Song For You
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This was A SHOW. There may need to be a part two in fact. Kirk chats with long-time friend and warm hugger (you have to listen in to get it) Robyn Crawford, on the heels of the release of her memoir, A Song For You - My Life with Whitney Houston. It was a beautiful energy exchange with a palpable openness, honesty and authenticity that you have to hear for yourself.
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It's Nnenna Freelon!
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Kirk sits down with the inimitable Nnenna Freelon! She is a legendary Grammy-nominated jazz singer in her own right with a career that spans 2 decades. In addition to her own award-winning bodu of work, she's collaborated with many other greats like Ellis Marsalis, Diana Krall, Herbie Hancock and Anita Baker. She discusses her podcast Great Grief with Kirk as well as the music and the joys of life.
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We Want Moore!
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Kirk has a fantastic sit-down with the multi-hyphenate (radio personality, TV personality, comedian, singer, community activist) Willie Moore Jr. As men of faith and family, the conversation took a natural turn in that direction as they talked about walking the walk in the entertainment business and instilling core values in their children. But that's not it. There's so much more. Touch your neighbor and say, Pull up!
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How Does Christmas Sound?
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In the extra special edition of Humans Being Kirk talks to Kortland Whalum, Kevin Whalum, Chantae Cann and Grammy Award winning super group Take 6. Each of these artists make guest appearances on his newly released Christmas album, How Does Christmas Sound? Need we say more? (A: No) Have a listen!
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Clapping On The 2 and 4 With Bishop Flunder
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Bishop Yvette Flunder joins the show for a fantastic conversation about radical inclusivity in the church, what's beautiful and where the church can do better. She is the Senior Pastor of City of Refuge Church of Christ in Oakland, which was Walter Hawkins' church until his passing. She is also the voice - yes THAT voice - behind the classic gospel song, Thank You. This is a must hear show.
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Welcome to My Tiff Talk
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Those that know Kirk, know that he has a way with people. His talk with singer Tiffany Bynoe was no different and was, in fact, inspirational at times. It is a very honest and open conversation about music, life and love. She talks about her hiatus and return to her music career, her love affair with her husband, her daughter's illness and how her spirituality has carried her through it all. And, naturally, they talk about her new jazz album and the heavy hitters behind it.
info_outlineIn this episode, Kirk and Pastor Davis discover their shared lived experiences as they talk about the importance of their grandmothers in their personal and spiritual development. But they also talk about how their respective sensibilities have evolved beyond merely emulating their elders and reflexive religion to a broader acceptance and understanding of Jesus, Christianity and, yes, humanity. AND of course they talk about music as Pastor Davis is a fan of the old school mainstays like Willie Hutch and Bobby Womack. You absolutely must hear him unpack the melody of Stevie Wonder's Isn't She Lovely. Tune in and treat yourself!