Black and Blurred

Black and Blurred
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Black and Blurred

Bringing clarity to the blurred view on personhood, ethnicity and culture through the lens of two Christian brothers from Baltimore.

  1. 6D AGO

    #196 Our Review of 'Sinners': Unmasking the Secrets of Public Relations and Entertainment

    SEND US A MESSAGE! We'd Love to Chat With you and Hear your thoughts! We'll read them on the next episode. News comes and goes but it is never too late to address old things on Black and Blurred. In this episode, we are addressing the love that movies like SINNERS received even with its overt anti-Christian narrative.  We start at the beginning - addressing the ongoing war for your attention through provocative narratives and propaganda, All of this has been going on for a long time and the information about it is public knowledge! Lastly, we address what the movie SINNERS is really doing in the hearts of its watchers and in society. Has the BLM narrative devolved into explicit pagan, occult worship?  Want to keep up with the links, articles, quotes within the show? Check out the SHOW NOTES  Support the show Hosts: Brandon and Daren Smith Learn of Brandon's Church Planting Call Patreon: www.patreon.com/blackandblurred Paypal: https://paypal.me/blackandblurred YouTube: Black and Blurred Podcast IG: @BlackandBlurredPodcast X: @Blurred_Podcast

    1h 40m

  2. JUN 5

    #195 A Survey of the American Church: Revitalization or Decline?? (w/The Biblical Conservative)

    SEND US A MESSAGE! We'd Love to Chat With you and Hear your thoughts! We'll read them on the next episode. The American Church is at a crossroads, with many wondering if revitalization or decline is on the horizon. As church attendance and cultural relevance continue to dwindle, congregational health is suffering. Urban ministry efforts are struggling to connect with millennials and their shifting views on faith. Meanwhile, the Black Church, once a beacon of spirituality and community, is grappling with its own identity crisis. Henry Louis Gates' work has highlighted the rich history of the African American Church, but what about its future? The Sinners movie may have raised important questions about Idolatry and Sin, but what about the role of the Church in modern society? In this video, we explore the complex issues facing the American Church and ask the tough questions: can it regain its footing, or is decline inevitable? Get ready for a powerful and insightful discussion w/ Shawn Crenshaw of The Biblical Conservative that will challenge your faith and inspire you to seek a deeper relationship with God. Support the show Hosts: Brandon and Daren Smith Learn of Brandon's Church Planting Call Patreon: www.patreon.com/blackandblurred Paypal: https://paypal.me/blackandblurred YouTube: Black and Blurred Podcast IG: @BlackandBlurredPodcast X: @Blurred_Podcast

    1h 20m

  3. MAY 28

    #194 Why the Story of Jonah Should Terrify the American Church

    SEND US A MESSAGE! We'd Love to Chat With you and Hear your thoughts! We'll read them on the next episode. Many who have some semblance of church familiarity are familiar with the story of "Jonah and the Whale" or (the big fish). If you are more of a student of the bible, you realize that there is more than what meets the eye to our colorful, cartoon of a story that we typically give to kids regarding the narrative., What if there is another layer even beneath that? Not only is there another layer but the American church ought to really pay attention to what takes place in this narrative. It is about life and death...spiritual life and death.  Support the show Hosts: Brandon and Daren Smith Learn of Brandon's Church Planting Call Patreon: www.patreon.com/blackandblurred Paypal: https://paypal.me/blackandblurred YouTube: Black and Blurred Podcast IG: @BlackandBlurredPodcast X: @Blurred_Podcast

    1h 3m

  4. MAY 15

    #193 Has the Ethnic Idolatry Created a Cold-Hearted Society?

    SEND US A MESSAGE! We'd Love to Chat With you and Hear your thoughts! We'll read them on the next episode. The Shilo Hendrix controversy has poured gasoline on a division that needed no accelerant. Explore the alarming trend of "confronting culture" that we seem to be experiencing and its devastating impact on our society. There is a callousness that has been brewing for some time regarding the gaslighting and perpetuated ethnic idolatry in America. Have we lost our capacity for sympathy in the process? In this thought-provoking video, we delve into the consequences of elevating ethnic identity above human connection and examine the repercussions on our collective humanity. We'll be reacting to a video from Matt Walsh and sharing our thoughts on how he misses the point. Join the conversation and discover the importance of reclaiming empathy in our increasingly divided world. Support the show Hosts: Brandon and Daren Smith Learn of Brandon's Church Planting Call Patreon: www.patreon.com/blackandblurred Paypal: https://paypal.me/blackandblurred YouTube: Black and Blurred Podcast IG: @BlackandBlurredPodcast X: @Blurred_Podcast

    1h 31m

  5. MAY 7

    #192 Will COURAGEOUS Men Shape the Future of the Church?

    SEND US A MESSAGE! We'd Love to Chat With you and Hear your thoughts! We'll read them on the next episode. PLEASE FILL OUT THIS SURVEY TO HELP THE PODCAST: CLICK HERE ------- What does the future of the Church look like? Will it be shaped by courageous men who stand strong in their faith, or will it be led astray by those who compromise? In this thought-provoking video, I address some of the lasting impact of the last generation of soft men on this current generation. I also address the looming catastrophe headed for an unprepared church.  We'll look at some relatively recent events that serve as evidence of weak leadership in the church of recent past. Join me as I dive into the importance of bold, faith-filled leadership and what it means for the Church's future.  ------ LEARN ABOUT THE BALTIMORE CHURCH PLANT: CLICK HERE Support the show Hosts: Brandon and Daren Smith Learn of Brandon's Church Planting Call Patreon: www.patreon.com/blackandblurred Paypal: https://paypal.me/blackandblurred YouTube: Black and Blurred Podcast IG: @BlackandBlurredPodcast X: @Blurred_Podcast

    1h 5m

  6. APR 15

    #191 What Happened to Austin Metcalf Reveals a Shocking Church Truth?

    SEND US A MESSAGE! We'd Love to Chat With you and Hear your thoughts! We'll read them on the next episode. Join us as we dive into the mysterious case of Austin Metcalf, a story that exposes a shocking need within the church today in America. What really happened to Austin Metcalf and what is currently happening with Karmelo Anthony can be avoided...if Pastors in America stop avoiding something very important.  Learn About Brandon's Church Plant Journey Support the show Hosts: Brandon and Daren Smith Learn of Brandon's Church Planting Call Patreon: www.patreon.com/blackandblurred Paypal: https://paypal.me/blackandblurred YouTube: Black and Blurred Podcast IG: @BlackandBlurredPodcast X: @Blurred_Podcast

    1h 18m

  7. APR 11

    #190 Reflecting on the Last 10 years with the Center for Biblical Unity

    SEND US A MESSAGE! We'd Love to Chat With you and Hear your thoughts! We'll read them on the next episode. This is an earlier conversation with Monique Duson and Kevin Briggins of the Center for Biblical Unity and Offcode Podcast. We discuss a relatively recent article in Christianity Today written by Justin Giboney of the AndCampaign. It seems that there is some revising going on when we reflect on the last 10 years and the social justice movement that swept across churches in the United States. The Black Lives Matter movement and critical theory have both been proven toxic. We discuss exactly how we can know that. Link to Woke Preacher Article In the second half of the show, the trio react to Eric Mason's recent statements about the presence of the prosperity Gospel in the black church. LINK TO THE THREAD Support the show Hosts: Brandon and Daren Smith Learn of Brandon's Church Planting Call Patreon: www.patreon.com/blackandblurred Paypal: https://paypal.me/blackandblurred YouTube: Black and Blurred Podcast IG: @BlackandBlurredPodcast X: @Blurred_Podcast

    1h 52m

  8. APR 10

    #189 How the Enemy Recycles Hatred to Divide the Church

    SEND US A MESSAGE! We'd Love to Chat With you and Hear your thoughts! We'll read them on the next episode.  In this thought-provoking episode, Brandon tackles a sensitive and timely question: Is America's Church RACIST? Brandon explores the complex and often controversial relationship between faith and race in the United States. From the legacy of slavery and segregation to modern-day biases and macroaggressions, we examine the ways in which racism has been perpetuated and perpetuates within Christian hearts. Have we justified hatred by hearkening back to the hatred that preceded it? Is the church truly a beacon of hope and unity, or has it failed to address its own complicity in modern, systemic racism? Listen in and share your thoughts in the comments. Let us know if you also see the growth in ethnic idolatry.  Visit Brandon's Church Plant Website Support the show Hosts: Brandon and Daren Smith Learn of Brandon's Church Planting Call Patreon: www.patreon.com/blackandblurred Paypal: https://paypal.me/blackandblurred YouTube: Black and Blurred Podcast IG: @BlackandBlurredPodcast X: @Blurred_Podcast

    54 min
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Bringing clarity to the blurred view on personhood, ethnicity and culture through the lens of two Christian brothers from Baltimore.

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  • Creator
    Black and Blurred
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    200
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 Black and Blurred
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