361. TNE TALKS: Deconstructing My Faith as a Black Woman in America

In this TALKS Episode, Tim engages with Dara Starr Tucker, a musician and radio host, discussing her journey from a Pentecostal upbringing to questioning her faith and navigating the complexities of race and politics within the church. They explore the impact of Trumpism on evangelicalism and the importance of critical thinking in faith. In this conversation, Tim and Dara explore the complexities of racial identity, the intersection of faith and politics, and the rise of Christian nationalism in America.

Dara's Instagram | @daratuckerb

Chapters

03:10 Dara Starr Tucker's Background and Journey

20:29 Navigating Faith and Politics in the Church

31:57 Navigating Identity in a Racialized World

39:24 The Intersection of Faith and Politics

54:44 Building Coalitions for Resistance

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