Saved-ish Podcast
Based in Washington DC, Saved-ish Podcast is a conversation about being young, Christian, and imperfect. We exist to give listeners a platform to reflect on topics often ignored by the church, capture the energy of young adults in ministry, and break the stigma that our generation is fleeing from God.
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Saved-ish PS: Breaking The Rules
05/07/2021
Saved-ish PS: Breaking The Rules
Saved-ish caps off season 5 with a deep dive into what breaking the rules, with Pastor Dexter Nutall. Check out Pastor. Pastor Nutall explores the tension between "worldly" rules and scripture and the ways we can find direction when we're not sure where and how to move. Follow Pastor at PasD on Instagram and Twitter, and keep up with all the rulebreaking happening at New Bethel DC.
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Money Moves
04/23/2021
Money Moves
We’re taught about tithing but what else is there to learn about managing our finances as we grapple with ballooning student loan debt, unstable career trajectories, and a growing wealth gap? Keith, Kiana and Perry Flemming, a credit wealth specialist, discuss financial literacy in the church, owning your worth, and their own journey with money management. Scriptures mentioned: Matthew 6:21, Deuteronomy 8:18, Proverbs 22:1, 1 Timothy 6:10. Follow Perry on LinkedIn, and Saved-ish on IG and Twitter.
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Faith vs. Science
04/09/2021
Faith vs. Science
Oftentimes we are told that science and faith collide. The big bang and evolution vs. Adam and Eve. God’s healing ability vs modern medicine . Is it possible to reconcile the two? In this episode, Keith, Kiana and special guest Nurse Meedie Bardonille discuss the intersection of faith and science.
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A Changing Church
03/19/2021
A Changing Church
As Christians, we often find sanctuary and solace in attending church. But what happens when it's closed to the church family? In this episode we’re looking back at, and looking forward to the time spent at church with our brothers and sisters in Christ. Keith, Kiana and Bunmi discuss church, the effects of Covid-19 on their worship experience, and how they’ve adjusted (or not). Scriptures mentioned: Ephesians 2:14-16, Hebrews 10:23-25, 1 Thessalonians 2 Follow Savedish at savedishpod on IG and Twitte
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A New Way To Family
03/05/2021
A New Way To Family
The Bible says to love and respect one another, especially your father and mother, but what happens when they or any members of your family are problematic? In this episode, we tackle family dynamics and breaking rules to protect your peace and maintain stability. Scriptures in this episode: Deuteronomy 31:6; 1 Corinthians 13:4; 1 Timothy 3:5. Follow Savedish (@savedishpod) on Instagram and Twitter. Edited by Stephanie Hou and produced by Bunmi Akinnusotu and Infinity Norton.
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Breaking the Rules
02/19/2021
Breaking the Rules
With the world ever-changing, we have changed too. Kiana and Keith return to discuss how they have been doing and discuss the rules they have “broken” as Christians. This season opener is about rules that have changed and how to keep God at the center even still. Scriptures mentioned: Colossians 3:23, Proverbs 3:6 and Matthew 15:3. Follow us at savedishpod on Instagram and Twitter. Editing by Stephanie Hou and Produced by Bunmi Akinnusotu and Infinity Norton.
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Saved-ish P.S.: Pray and Protest
10/30/2020
Saved-ish P.S.: Pray and Protest
Post Scripts (P.S.) with is a deeper conversation, from a Biblical perspective, about topics discussed on Saved-ish Podcast. Pastor Dexter Nutall, Executive Producer and Bunmi Akinnusotu, delve into Biblical principles that can be applied to the political climate of our time, the importance of faith amid uncertainty, and the future of the church in light of COVID-19. Follow PasDNutall on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
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Voter Rights
10/29/2020
Voter Rights
The right to vote has emerged as yet another tool to subjugate the humanity of marginalized groups, as if the violence wasn’t enough. With an upcoming election, how do we stand the test of our faith in government and God’s will? Rev. Kazimir Brown, of the Poor People's Campaign, joins Keith and Kiana for an empowering discussion about everything voters need to know and do, to ensure their vote is counted and voices are heard. Scriptures mentioned: Song of Solomon 2:15; Acts 18:9-10; Isaiah 61.
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Justice and Forgiveness
10/23/2020
Justice and Forgiveness
With everyone calling for justice for violence one might wonder if we have the capacity to forgive. As Christians, forgiveness is a chief tenant of our faith but sometimes, revenge feels so much better. Keith, Kiana, and Marcus Coleman talk about what moving forward looks like at a time when forgiveness doesn't feel like enough. Scriptures: Luke 16:10, Ephesians 4:31-32, and John 8:7. Follow us on Twitter and IG: @SavedishPod. Hit us up with thoughts: 202-596-5998.
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Shut up and play?
10/10/2020
Shut up and play?
Athletes and celebrities everywhere are standing up and calling for a final end to systemic transgressions that have plagued black and brown communities in America for generations. Kiana and Keith explore the activism that is taking place, cancel culture, the messiness of "wokeness" and thoughts on how all of this align with Biblical teachings. Scriptures mentioned in this episode: 2 Corinthians 13-18 and Proverbs 31: 8-9. Follow us on Twitter and IG: @SavedishPod. Hit us up with thoughts: 202-596-5998.
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It's...A Lot
09/18/2020
It's...A Lot
Kiana and Keith return for the season opener to talk about how they've been doing and their coping strategies for holding tight to their faith while 2020 does whatever it's doing. It's not all doom and gloom, though! The two share their high points over the summer and the ways God continues to show up and show out in their lives. Scriptures to reflect on: James 1:2-5 and Matthew 21:21.
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We Are Not OK
06/03/2020
We Are Not OK
Sometimes the key to adulting seems to be about constantly looking ahead. But it also involves unexpected twists and turns, and sometimes we just have to stop to acknowledge the NOW and acknowledge when we're not ok.
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Fallen Short
05/28/2020
Fallen Short
There are a lot of questions surrounding failure which can get even more confusing when there are difference voices and sources influencing the standards we feel compelled to meet. This episode Keith, Kiana, and special guest Anna Sumner discuss failure and falling short and how it has impacted their faith and lives as a whole.
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The D-Word: Death
05/07/2020
The D-Word: Death
Death is not easy to approach. It shapes how people live, laugh, and love. And sometimes, when Death meets a loved one all that can change in a heartbeat. So where does Death belong in our lives and how it shapes us? Join Keith, Kiana, and Bunmi in this incredibly raw episode as they explore Death and how Death has met them in their own lives.
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Growth & Unlearning
04/24/2020
Growth & Unlearning
Adulting demands maturation: Ideas you swore by are irrelevant or certain habitual behaviors, become more burdensome. Unlearning is the necessary "dirty work" God has called us to relentlessly pursue. Kiana and Keith are joined by Christina Ruiz, Founder of Meals of Dopeness (@FindYourDopeness, @MealsofDopness), to talk through transformative moments that forced growth. Scriptures dropped: Philippians 1:6 and 1 Corinthians 13:11. Follow @savedishpod on social media. This episode was recorded remotely.
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Thief of Joy
04/09/2020
Thief of Joy
Right now a lot of us are spending a lot more time at home than we are used to. We may find ourselves thinking about better days or scrolling for longer hours online and land in a cycle of comparison. Join Keith, Kiana, and Bunmi as they talk about how comparison can be a thief of joy in our lives and how we can find comfort in Christ during this time.
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Holy Hustle
03/27/2020
Holy Hustle
COVID-19 has many adjusting to new ways of working, hustling, and coping with uncertainty. After praying, how else can we dominate during and beyond the quarantine period? "GG", creator of Arrivista Planner, provides a passionate reminder of how to soldier through when life is upended. Follow GG on Instagram for planning inspiration, @ArrivistaPlanner. Then, check out her daily planning products at www.ArrivistaPlanner.com. Scriptures holding us down: Hebrews 4:16, Psalm 127: 2, & Proverbs 3: 5-6.
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Passion vs. Paychecks
03/05/2020
Passion vs. Paychecks
Many of us follow the prescription: obtain an education then secure the bag so you can pay your bills and raise a family. But what happens when your bills are paid but you feel unfulfilled? Is it possible to do work that feeds your soul AND your stomach? Kiana, Keith, Pastor D, and Tommy Chaney ("Pops") share how they battle the desire to make money and live a purpose-driven life. Episode Scriptures: 1 Timothy 6:10, Proverbs 19:21, Jeremiah 29:11, Phillipians 3:8, and Proverbs 22:1.
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Adulting 101
02/20/2020
Adulting 101
Life can be rough. We lose the parental training wheels and gain new responsibilities. Staying focused amidst the repetition, walking into the unknown, and dealing with the unexpected are all daily challenges. Keith and Kiana ("Kickin' it with Ki") share their dilemmas being a Christian adult when the world relentlessly demands your presence. Scriptures in this episode: Ephesians 4:14, Proverbs 19:8, 2 Timothy 2:22, Luke 12:48, Ecclesiastes 12:1-13. Follow @savedishpod on Instagram, FaceBook, and Twitter.
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Not Until You're Married
12/19/2019
Not Until You're Married
Sex is GOOD! What's not so good is the herculean effort to resist the pressure to "give it up". Are Biblical expectations about sex realistic and still relevant today? Is pre-marital sex acceptable if you're in love? And if sex and masturbation aren't options, how do you cope? Joined by educator and youth counselor, Tevera Stith, Keith and Kiana explore these questions and the mixed messages that make the decision to have sex, complicated. Follow @savedishpod on Instagram, FaceBook, and Twitter.
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A Man & A Woman?: Experiences of Being Young, Gay and Christian
12/10/2019
A Man & A Woman?: Experiences of Being Young, Gay and Christian
Homosexuality is one of the most contentious and divisive topics in the Christian church. Lost in the debate, though, are the human experiences of LGBTQI+ community and their passion for Christ. Co-hosts speak with Derrick Petit, President of Gay Professional Men of Color and Tanea Taylor, Saved-ish Engineer, about their courageous journey through faith and how they find the courage to remain true to themselves and their relationship with God. Follow @savedishpod on Instagram, FaceBook, and Twitter.
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As Christ Loved The Church: The All Gentleman's Episode
11/21/2019
As Christ Loved The Church: The All Gentleman's Episode
A new generation of men are redefining traditional beliefs about gender roles, leadership, sexuality, and romance. And for men of faith, these new expectations often call for an unlearning of behaviors and thoughts that have caused more harm than good. This conversation between the guys: Pastor Dexter Nutall, Ottis Ferguson, Leon Horton and Keith Chaney explores all of this and some of the practical tools for being a man in modern times. Follow @Savedishpod on FaceBook, Twitter, and Instagram.
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Eve, Mary, & Me: The Ladies Episode
11/14/2019
Eve, Mary, & Me: The Ladies Episode
There's a lot that comes with being a "Christian woman": From expectations about sexual behaviors, dealing with old baggage to figuring out your passion. Cohosts Kiane Cole and Ellyce Ferguson are joined by First Lady of New Bethel Baptist Church, Tracy Nutall and Kristin Shymoniak to discuss love as Christian women and finding joy in their divine presence no matter if they are single or married. Follow @Savedishpod on FaceBook, Twitter, and Instagram. Leave us your thoughts at [email protected].
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Saved-ish P.S.: Toxic Relationships
11/08/2019
Saved-ish P.S.: Toxic Relationships
Spiritually and emotionally, toxic relationships are difficult to figure out. Is divorce always the answer? How much should you tolerate? And what's the role of the church? Pastor Dexter Nutall and Bunmi Akinnusotu discuss this and much more. Post Scripts (P.S.) with Pastor Nutall is a deeper conversation, from a Biblical perspective, about topics discussed on Saved-ish Podcast. Follow savedishpod on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
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Toxic Relationships
10/31/2019
Toxic Relationships
In the recent years the word “toxic” has been used to fuel everything from politics to pop culture. But what about our personal lives? This week, Keith, Kiana, and Ellyce unpack the topic of toxic relationships and delve into how toxic relationships can be addressed and dealt with.
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Saved-ish P.S.: Cuffin Season Begins
10/17/2019
Saved-ish P.S.: Cuffin Season Begins
Cuffing Season is here and with it can come mixed emotions. Pastor Dexter Nutall and Saved-ish Engineer, Bunmi Akinnusotu, discuss our relationship with relationships, exploring how Christians can find a balance between personal desires and seeking God through His Divine Assignment for His people. Post Scripts (P.S.) with Pastor Nutall is a deeper conversation, from a Biblical perspective, about topics discussed on Saved-ish Podcast. Follow savedishpod on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
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Cuffin Season Begins
10/10/2019
Cuffin Season Begins
Cuffin's season has begun! Hosts Keith, Kiana, and Ellyce, discuss the challenges of modern-day dating from boundary setting, who makes the first move, to intercultural relationships. Joined by Ronald Young. Jr, host of Time Well SPent podcast, the crew explore the "ishes" of romantic life and all things related to being a Christian and finding love in modern times. Follow Saved-ish on FaceBook, Instagram, and Twitter at Savedishpod.
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The White Man's Religion
06/29/2019
The White Man's Religion
Throughout the world and history, religion has and continues to be used to justify imperialization, colonization, slavery and injustice. In the season one finale, Keith, Shari and Pastor Nutall discuss the history of western Christianity, Biblical misinterpretations, the origins and necessity of the black church, and how the Achilles heel of American race relations led to the belief that Christianity is a "white man's religion". Follow savedishpod on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
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Saved-ish P.S.: Just Pray About It
06/29/2019
Saved-ish P.S.: Just Pray About It
"Just pray about it" is a common phrase in the church but can often be a reason to avoid facing the challenges we face in life. Pastor Nutall and Deanie discuss the role the church can play in addressing mental health and why Christians should embrace the benefits that science can bring to spiritual stability. Post Scripts (P.S.) with Pastor Nutall is a deeper conversation, from a Biblical perspective, about topics discussed on Saved-ish Podcast. Follow savedishpod on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook
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Just Pray About It
06/15/2019
Just Pray About It
You've got issues. Yet, everyone says "just pray about it". While prayer is important and it does work, there are experiences that could use some additional tools such as therapy. Keith speaks with licensed marriage and family therapist, April Preston of Kovu Healing and Faith Harrison, a DC resident with a powerful testimony, about the tensions between faith and science as it pertains to addressing our issues. Follow savedishpod on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
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