<![CDATA[Hey Saints Pod]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Wed, 05 Aug 2026 03:58:14 GMTThu, 09 Oct 2025 02:07:16 GMT60Hey Saints PodFriends Zamir and Jame share their journeys and unapologetically queer perspectives on all things Faith, Gospel Music, Culture, and Identity. A show that's thought-provoking, authentic, and always full of humorepisodicHey Saints Podheysaintspod@gmail.comno<![CDATA[I'm A Diva]]>Zamir and Jame talk PlaqueBoyMax, self-expression, gender performance, and how money causes people to do some crazy things. We also discuss grooming and the ways the young are often preyed upon.

Jame's "What A Friend" Juvenile Mix: https://on.soundcloud.com/xJ3rONZtHi5w96r8Zn

Gospel Music, Miranda Curtis, Church Culture, Grooming, Accountability, Social Issues, Gospel Spotlight, Black Community, Faith and Society self-expression, gender performance, capitalism, radio history, LGBTQ+ issues, societal norms, cultural influence, music, fashion, activism

]]>a29c0777-5e69-4ca5-b666-4e288fecbcd3Sun, 02 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>Zamir and Jame talk PlaqueBoyMax, self-expression, gender performance, and how money causes people to do some crazy things. We also discuss grooming and the ways the young are often preyed upon. </p><p></p><p>Jame's "What A Friend" Juvenile Mix: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://on.soundcloud.com/xJ3rONZtHi5w96r8Zn" target="_blank">https://on.soundcloud.com/xJ3rONZtHi5w96r8Zn</a></p><p></p><p>Gospel Music, Miranda Curtis, Church Culture, Grooming, Accountability, Social Issues, Gospel Spotlight, Black Community, Faith and Society self-expression, gender performance, capitalism, radio history, LGBTQ+ issues, societal norms, cultural influence, music, fashion, activism</p><p></p>no01:18:0420I'm A Divafull<![CDATA[Who Can I Run To?]]>Your fave queer saints discuss what it looks like when we try to find safety in spaces that are historically unsafe. Jame and Zamir talk the Nolan Wells case and so much more.

]]>c1e046cc-1ee7-4956-b382-c5fd7d5c3786Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:46:44 GMT<p>Your fave queer saints discuss what it looks like when we try to find safety in spaces that are historically unsafe. Jame and Zamir talk the Nolan Wells case and so much more.</p>no01:20:4219Who Can I Run To?full<![CDATA[Rivals and Racism]]>Your faves, Zamir and Jame, talk the Karmelo Anthony trial and whether justice is truly blind when it comes to Black people. It's also Jame's birthday!

Gospel Spotlight Onitsha and Trin-i-tee 5:7

Check out the "Hallelujah Anyhow" playlist for Pride Month here:
https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/hallelujah-anyhow/pl.u-oZylDgYC0Zv4Jl

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6dU0ILSNN1TwNreMVNrXzb?si=2afcd85abb5844e6

]]>f07c70f7-c9df-460b-902b-19909f5c06b2Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:53:29 GMT<p>Your faves, Zamir and Jame, talk the Karmelo Anthony trial and whether justice is truly blind when it comes to Black people. It's also Jame's birthday!</p><p></p><p>Gospel Spotlight Onitsha and Trin-i-tee 5:7</p><p></p><p>Check out the "Hallelujah Anyhow" playlist for Pride Month here:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/hallelujah-anyhow/pl.u-oZylDgYC0Zv4Jl" target="_blank">https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/hallelujah-anyhow/pl.u-oZylDgYC0Zv4Jl</a><br /><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6dU0ILSNN1TwNreMVNrXzb?si=2afcd85abb5844e6" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6dU0ILSNN1TwNreMVNrXzb?si=2afcd85abb5844e6</a></p><p></p>no01:31:3418Rivals and Racismfull<![CDATA[Everybody Loves Hey Saints Pod]]>It's Black Music Month and Pride month so this week we're joined by singer/songwriter and friend to the show, Rob Milton! We talk all things music, his evolution as an artist, and get into a conversation about queer representation in the Black Music space. Join us for a rich talk!

New Rob Milton album "Everybody Loves Rob Milton" available now!

]]>088f24f4-1e11-4c0b-8b78-cb0dde2b9b08Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>It's Black Music Month and Pride month so this week we're joined by singer/songwriter and friend to the show, Rob Milton! We talk all things music, his evolution as an artist, and get into a conversation about queer representation in the Black Music space. Join us for a rich talk!<br /><br />New Rob Milton album "Everybody Loves Rob Milton" available now!</p>no01:26:1317Everybody Loves Hey Saints Podfull<![CDATA[I Wanna Run to You]]>Voting Rights are being stripped, maps are redrawn and people want to keep politics out of the pulpits. WHEW! Zamir and Jame tackle all of this and more. They also give much love to the legendary B.Slade!


Supreme Court, B.Slade, Voting Rights Act, Civil Rights, The Black Church

]]>7b8b59ce-5848-4321-933b-acd2e60815b7Sun, 17 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>Voting Rights are being stripped, maps are redrawn and people want to keep politics out of the pulpits. WHEW! Zamir and Jame tackle all of this and more. They also give much love to the legendary B.Slade!<br /><br /><br />Supreme Court, B.Slade, Voting Rights Act, Civil Rights, The Black Church</p>no01:06:0016I Wanna Run to Youfull<![CDATA[Why Are You Down There?]]>The saints showed their tails over Kim Burrell and KevOnStage and Zamir and Jame are here to break it all down. We do have to wonder why we're so quick to run to oppressive voices and why we are silent when others come to liberate and support us... Hmm...

]]>44394c17-a16d-46a1-a575-fb9d2e18b6daMon, 04 May 2026 01:20:56 GMT<p>The saints showed their tails over Kim Burrell and KevOnStage and Zamir and Jame are here to break it all down. We do have to wonder why we're so quick to run to oppressive voices and why we are silent when others come to liberate and support us... Hmm...</p>no01:06:1315Why Are You Down There?full<![CDATA[Religious Psycho Sis]]>Zamir and Jame tackle the trending topic of religious psychosis and the effects that religion can have on our mental health!

Artists to listen to: Dewayne Woods, Rob Milton, Brik.Liam, LAYA, Deitrick Haddon & Hill City Collective, ANTHNY, Reginald Sharpe Jr. and Fellowship Chicago,

religious psychosis, community, accountability, faith, mental health, spirituality, church, social conditioning, growth, self-awareness

]]>7f93c5cf-7e9a-4104-8044-8a04b36a2389Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:33:52 GMT<p>Zamir and Jame tackle the trending topic of religious psychosis and the effects that religion can have on our mental health!</p><p>Artists to listen to: Dewayne Woods, Rob Milton, Brik.Liam, LAYA, Deitrick Haddon &amp; Hill City Collective, ANTHNY, Reginald Sharpe Jr. and Fellowship Chicago, </p><p></p><p>religious psychosis, community, accountability, faith, mental health, spirituality, church, social conditioning, growth, self-awareness</p><p></p>no01:10:3914Religious Psycho Sisfull<![CDATA[Tithe and Prejudice]]>Close the doors! CLOSE THE DOORS! This week Zamir and Jame go straight to the pockets and tackle Prosperity Gospel, pay for pray, and how the heck we got here. You don't want to miss this truly enRICHing conversation

]]>7d44e678-6375-4eca-b0f8-b5ce3df1be98Sun, 05 Apr 2026 14:44:26 GMT<p>Close the doors! CLOSE THE DOORS! This week Zamir and Jame go straight to the pockets and tackle Prosperity Gospel, pay for pray, and how the heck we got here. You don't want to miss this truly enRICHing conversation </p>no00:53:1213Tithe and Prejudicefull<![CDATA[Our Name on the Moniker]]>This week Jame and Zamir talk the infamous BAFTA incident, the phrase 'I don't see color,' and the importance of acknowledging and celebrating our differences. Also, who says Black people don't have culture? Look at all the vampires coming to siphon our goods.

]]>5ff382a2-ec14-4311-80c9-3f6aa940d537Sun, 15 Mar 2026 12:42:05 GMT<p>This week Jame and Zamir talk the infamous BAFTA incident, the phrase 'I don't see color,' and the importance of acknowledging and celebrating our differences. Also, who says Black people don't have culture? Look at all the vampires coming to siphon our goods. </p><p></p><p></p>no00:58:0212Our Name on the Monikerfull<![CDATA[America's Next Top Bible Study]]>It's time for a good, ole fashioned Bible Study. Jame and Zamir use the ANTM documentary to discuss shifts in culture and how we also see the evolution of thought and culture reflected in scripture. As usual there are different tangets along the way. Strap in and lets do some learning!

podcast, LGBTQ, culture, Toni Morrison, yogurt, fermentation, black entrepreneurs, music tributes, religion, black history America's Next Top Model, cultural reflection, media accountability, reality TV, shifting norms, Bible study, faith evolution, scripture interpretation, cultural context Judaism, evangelism, cultural shifts, polygamy, monogamy, exile, worship, faith, power dynamics, changing times

]]>71aec753-7fba-491d-a604-ad558886ab16Sun, 01 Mar 2026 20:19:45 GMT<p>It's time for a good, ole fashioned Bible Study. Jame and Zamir use the ANTM documentary to discuss shifts in culture and how we also see the evolution of thought and culture reflected in scripture. As usual there are different tangets along the way. Strap in and lets do some learning!</p><p></p><p>podcast, LGBTQ, culture, Toni Morrison, yogurt, fermentation, black entrepreneurs, music tributes, religion, black history America's Next Top Model, cultural reflection, media accountability, reality TV, shifting norms, Bible study, faith evolution, scripture interpretation, cultural context Judaism, evangelism, cultural shifts, polygamy, monogamy, exile, worship, faith, power dynamics, changing times</p>no01:58:5611America's Next Top Bible Studyfull<![CDATA[Saints, Breathe...]]>This week we are joined by Tait Desae of the podcast "Brother Breathe." Zamir, James and Tait discuss the importance of finding rest amidst the chaos of modern life, particularly for marginalized communities.

Gospel History in Black Music Playlist: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/gospel-history-in-black/pl.u-KVXBk1BCm2oNWR

JAMA Study: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:4473f671-a554-49b8-9ced-fd407b3bb2b6

Brother Breathe, literacy, reading strategies, social media, mental health, Grammys, gospel music, activism, Black History Month, stress, rest, community, health, racism, self-care, mental health, music, spirituality, resilience

]]>c8e4e552-5781-4f17-8c55-35c12c4c60e5Sun, 15 Feb 2026 13:37:47 GMT<p>This week we are joined by Tait Desae of the podcast "Brother Breathe." Zamir, James and Tait discuss the importance of finding rest amidst the chaos of modern life, particularly for marginalized communities.</p><p></p><p>Gospel History in Black Music Playlist: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/gospel-history-in-black/pl.u-KVXBk1BCm2oNWR" target="_blank">https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/gospel-history-in-black/pl.u-KVXBk1BCm2oNWR</a></p><p></p><p>JAMA Study: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:4473f671-a554-49b8-9ced-fd407b3bb2b6" target="_blank">https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:4473f671-a554-49b8-9ced-fd407b3bb2b6</a></p><p></p><p>Brother Breathe, literacy, reading strategies, social media, mental health, Grammys, gospel music, activism, Black History Month, stress, rest, community, health, racism, self-care, mental health, music, spirituality, resilience</p>no01:39:3310Saints, Breathe...full<![CDATA[What Am I Still Doing Here?]]>Zamir and Jame ask each other the important question, "Why are we even doing this?" Seems like we're talking to a brick wall and the saints are perfectly content with not changing at all. Here's a VERY raw and honest conversation about what it's like to push back against the norm.

]]>c65833f1-a8c7-405a-ad53-2b271f3f608cSun, 01 Feb 2026 13:00:43 GMT<p>Zamir and Jame ask each other the important question, "Why are we even doing this?" Seems like we're talking to a brick wall and the saints are perfectly content with not changing at all. Here's a VERY raw and honest conversation about what it's like to push back against the norm.</p>no01:27:179What Am I Still Doing Here?full<![CDATA[Closet Religion]]>This week Zamir and Jame are talking everything from The Dress to the loss of the legend, Richard Smallwood, Masculine worship leaders, and Donnie McClurkin's legal woes. It's a jam packed conversation that asks the question "who owns the body"

gospel music, Richard Smallwood, church culture, modesty, body positivity, black church, sexuality, representation, individuality, accountability, body image, church expectations, condemnation, leadership accountability, masculinity, femininity, Donnie McClurkin, LGBTQIA+ support, honesty, community engagement

]]>5c7dc7f0-f517-4cde-a859-8af8bd35d9d0Sun, 18 Jan 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>This week Zamir and Jame are talking everything from <i>The Dress</i> to the loss of the legend, Richard Smallwood, Masculine worship leaders, and Donnie McClurkin's legal woes. It's a jam packed conversation that asks the question "who owns the body"</p><p></p><p>gospel music, Richard Smallwood, church culture, modesty, body positivity, black church, sexuality, representation, individuality, accountability, body image, church expectations, condemnation, leadership accountability, masculinity, femininity, Donnie McClurkin, LGBTQIA+ support, honesty, community engagement</p>no01:45:218Closet Religionfull<![CDATA[Ho Ho Holiness is Still Right]]>Zamir and Jame reflect on the Christmas season, personal growth, and the challenges faced throughout the year but not before going on a Tangent about the impact of AI on jobs and society, the importance of community, accountability, and the need to let go of the past.

Christmas, personal growth, AI, society, reflections, challenges, lessons learned, podcast, letting go, self-love, community, discernment, personal growth, holiday music, overcoming doubt, embracing new beginnings, friendship, personal development

]]>5f33099b-1791-47cd-8af3-50e4928ed2d8Sun, 21 Dec 2025 14:50:04 GMT<p>Zamir and Jame reflect on the Christmas season, personal growth, and the challenges faced throughout the year but not before going on a Tangent about the impact of AI on jobs and society, the importance of community, accountability, and the need to let go of the past. </p><p></p><p>Christmas, personal growth, AI, society, reflections, challenges, lessons learned, podcast, letting go, self-love, community, discernment, personal growth, holiday music, overcoming doubt, embracing new beginnings, friendship, personal development</p>no01:32:567Ho Ho Holiness is Still Rightfull<![CDATA[Cut The Cameras]]>Zamir and Jame tackle normalized abuses in the home and in church and some of the history behind it all.

]]>6dbefe1e-aa9d-4e0f-9a78-3dab796e80c7Sun, 30 Nov 2025 14:53:06 GMT<p>Zamir and Jame tackle normalized abuses in the home and in church and some of the history behind it all. </p>no01:35:246Cut The Camerasfull<![CDATA[For Queer Saints Who Considered Deliverance]]>Zamir and Jame tackle the big question, "Does deliverance work?" The dialogue emphasizes the significance of truth and authenticity in liberating individuals from societal norms and the necessity of creating inclusive spaces for all. In this conversation, Jame and Zamir explore the complexities of queerness, sexual orientation, and the impact of societal norms and religious teachings on individual identity. They discuss the importance of self-acceptance, representation, and the need for safe spaces within faith communities. The dialogue emphasizes the necessity of eliminating harm rather than merely reducing it, advocating for authenticity and self-love as essential components of personal and communal growth.

self-acceptance, queerness, deliverance, LGBTQ+ identity, faith, authenticity, visibility, love, empowerment, queerness, sexual orientation, church, identity, self-acceptance, representation, safe spaces, harm reduction, authenticity, love

]]>db7c40fa-50bf-4ff6-8406-df67e21cd43fSun, 16 Nov 2025 21:58:49 GMT<p>Zamir and Jame tackle the big question, "Does deliverance work?" The dialogue emphasizes the significance of truth and authenticity in liberating individuals from societal norms and the necessity of creating inclusive spaces for all. In this conversation, Jame and Zamir explore the complexities of queerness, sexual orientation, and the impact of societal norms and religious teachings on individual identity. They discuss the importance of self-acceptance, representation, and the need for safe spaces within faith communities. The dialogue emphasizes the necessity of eliminating harm rather than merely reducing it, advocating for authenticity and self-love as essential components of personal and communal growth.</p><p></p><p>self-acceptance, queerness, deliverance, LGBTQ+ identity, faith, authenticity, visibility, love, empowerment, queerness, sexual orientation, church, identity, self-acceptance, representation, safe spaces, harm reduction, authenticity, love<br /><br /></p>no01:43:595For Queer Saints Who Considered Deliverancefull<![CDATA[Untitled (Tangents)]]>Your faves Jame & Zamir try their best to honor D'Angelo without getting sidetracked. What comes up are conversations about navigating fame, misheard lyrics and simply being yourself.

podcasting, community, visibility, loss, legacy, fame, social media, music, accountability, substance abuse, queerness, faith, self-acceptance, community, truth, visibility, shame, music, identity, neo soul

]]>bd3930d7-08fb-4d80-8eab-d6eeb8bb5d16Sun, 02 Nov 2025 17:18:43 GMT<p>Your faves Jame &amp; Zamir try their best to honor D'Angelo without getting sidetracked. What comes up are conversations about navigating fame, misheard lyrics and simply being yourself.</p><p></p><p>podcasting, community, visibility, loss, legacy, fame, social media, music, accountability, substance abuse, queerness, faith, self-acceptance, community, truth, visibility, shame, music, identity, neo soul</p>no01:40:384Untitled (Tangents)full<![CDATA[I No Black, I Christian]]>Your fave queer saints Jame and Zamir pay tribute to Vanessa Brown-Knowles, highlight a few progressive voices in faith, and talk "I'm A Christian Before I'm Black"

podcast, black culture, church, Vanessa Brown, E. Dewey Smith, Jamal Bryant, blackness, Christian nationalism, cultural identity, colonialism, cultural identity, blackness, faith, privilege, church inclusivity, cultural context, food, cultural appropriation, listener advice

]]>3f25de74-4079-47fa-8e6e-c26d8b693f3eSun, 19 Oct 2025 13:10:44 GMT<p>Your fave queer saints Jame and Zamir pay tribute to Vanessa Brown-Knowles, highlight a few progressive voices in faith, and talk "I'm A Christian Before I'm Black" </p><p></p><p></p><p>podcast, black culture, church, Vanessa Brown, E. Dewey Smith, Jamal Bryant, blackness, Christian nationalism, cultural identity, colonialism, cultural identity, blackness, faith, privilege, church inclusivity, cultural context, food, cultural appropriation, listener advice</p><p></p>no01:31:233I No Black, I Christianfull<![CDATA[Hug Me White]]>Zamir and Jame take a look at the Charlie Kirk incident and what it revealed about the current state of the church and also Mahoganee and the hug that went around the world.

Gospel Spotlight: Lamar Campbell

My .99¢:

He's a Real Friend - The Clark Sisters

A Friend - The Winans

So Good - Nate Bean & 4Given feat. Antwaun Cooks

Look & Live - Michael Fletcher & The Michael Fletcher Chorale

]]>6247e92c-e53e-4906-a84c-f70e2a7f0b3dMon, 13 Oct 2025 13:53:43 GMT<p>Zamir and Jame take a look at the Charlie Kirk incident and what it revealed about the current state of the church and also Mahoganee and the hug that went around the world.</p><p></p><p>Gospel Spotlight: Lamar Campbell</p><p></p><p>My .99¢:</p><p><i>He's a Real Friend</i> - The Clark Sisters</p><p><i>A Friend</i> - The Winans</p><p><i>So Good</i> - Nate Bean &amp; 4Given feat. Antwaun Cooks</p><p><i>Look &amp; Live</i> - Michael Fletcher &amp; The Michael Fletcher Chorale</p>no01:19:442Hug Me Whitefull<![CDATA[Heyyy Saints!]]>Who loves Gospel music? We love Gospel Music! Is it true? Mhmmm! In the inaugural episode of the Hey Saints podcast, hosts Zamir and Jame explore their experiences growing up in the church, the music that raised them, the and the evolution of gospel music. Between tangents, the duo also delves into the concept of a 'Gospel Mount Rushmore,' highlighting influential figures in gospel music, including choir masters and songwriters, while celebrating the rich legacy of gospel music.

]]>021b03b7-8962-4688-8a71-22fc51aa64f4Sat, 11 Oct 2025 02:02:13 GMT<p><i>Who loves Gospel music? We love Gospel Music! Is it true? Mhmmm!</i> In the inaugural episode of the Hey Saints podcast, hosts Zamir and Jame explore their experiences growing up in the church, the music that raised them, the and the evolution of gospel music. Between tangents, the duo also delves into the concept of a 'Gospel Mount Rushmore,' highlighting influential figures in gospel music, including choir masters and songwriters, while celebrating the rich legacy of gospel music.</p><p></p>no01:22:231Heyyy Saints!full