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December 4, 2024

Gaylon Clark 

By: Miles Bloxson

Gaylon Clark, the Lead Pastor of Greater Mt. Zion Church, joins Lisa and Rich on Black Austin Matters. Pastor Clark shares insights on his journey from his hometown of Dallas to Austin, and how his path to ministry was inspired by his brother’s faith and guided by prayer. Tune in to learn about finding the right church for you, the significance of nurturing healthy relationships, and the importance of caring for your mental health.


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May 3, 2023

Patricia Bedford

In a conversation with Patricia Bedford, a native of Austin, she shares her amazing journey from being an engineer to becoming a successful business owner and master baker. She also talks about how she keeps her grandmothers’ legacy alive through her work and passion.

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April 5, 2023

Calvin J. Turner

Lisa and Rich speak with Army veteran and entrepreneur Capt. Calvin J. Turner.

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March 1, 2023

Shauntavia Ward

In the first episode of season two, Rich and Lisa talk with social wellness entrepreneur Shauntavia Ward.

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December 7, 2022

Lisa B. Thompson and Richard J. Reddick (Part 2)

We hear the second part of Lisa and Rich interviewing each other about their experiences.

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November 2, 2022

Lisa B. Thompson and Richard J. Reddick

In this episode of Black Austin Matters, Lisa and Rich interview…themselves.

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October 5, 2022

Jahmal Fenner

In this episode, Rich and Lisa talk with LBJ High School football coach Jahmal Fenner.

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September 7, 2022

Priscilla Hale

Rich and Lisa talk with seventh-generation East Austin native and community activist Priscilla Hale.

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August 3, 2022

Ariel René Jackson

We talk with anti-disciplinary film-based artist Ariel René Jackson in this episode of Black Austin Matters.

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