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Peter and Phil discuss the decline in movie-going, due to the uptick of streaming services.  When the conversation turns into recent documentaries, Phil shares one he saw on Indian children being separated from their families and abused in schools meant to ‘beat the savage’ out of them during the 1800s.  That leads to another discussion on America’s dark past.  We learn about Stalin, Castro, & Hitler – why aren’t we taught more about our own atrocities?  Peter and Phil dive right into another truly courageous conversation.  Join us! — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ppcourageousconversation/message

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Peter and Phil continue last week’s conversation by discussing the book “Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents” by Isabel Wilkerson, the holocaust in Germany, and America’s past dealings with Slavery.  When does America take responsibility for its actions, and are we subconsciously participating in a modern-day caste system?  Discuss this and more on this week’s episode.  

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Peter and Phil sit down and talk the Thursday before Mother’s Day and pay homage to their mothers.  What’s a mother’s role and how did Peter & Phils’s mothers impact them in their upbringing and where they are now?  Join us this week.   — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ppcourageousconversation/message

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In this episode, Phil expands the conversation with Peter and discusses his hesitancy in using the N – word even in speeches, as well as recalls a time when he remembers hearing it on the news in Jackson, Mississippi.  Peter asks Phil to explain what an “Uncle Tom” is, and the conversation leads to a chat regarding the power of history and words.  Don’t miss this courageous conversation! — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ppcourageousconversation/message

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Phil asks Peter to define patriotism and then goes on to share his own views on the matter.  How has the definition changed since the 1700s and is there cause for concern with today’s representation?  Do minorities have to work harder to ‘prove’ they’re patriotic? Answers to these questions and more in today’s episode! Join us.  — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ppcourageousconversation/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ppcourageousconversation/support

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Peter and Phil discuss the importance of molding our youth through camps, programs, and PTA involvement. What are some ways we can all be more actively involved in our schools and bring more programs directly to under-served youth?  This week, join the discussion and tell us what you think by visiting our website, http://www.peterandphil.com & leaving your thoughts in the comment section. — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ppcourageousconversation/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ppcourageousconversation/support

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When Peter sees Phil’s 100 Black Men of America shirt (an organization that supports and uplifts African-American males & the local community) it sparks a conversation on the importance of mentoring.  Why is it important for our youth to see themselves in others and be shown different experiences?  How can we all contribute more of our time or resources to help? Join us as Peter & Phil answer these questions and more! — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ppcourageousconversation/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ppcourageousconversation/support

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The new movie Purge sparks a conversation between Peter & Phil on gun control and our second amendment rights.  Many won’t even broach the subject, but these two dive right in! Why is this such a hot issue, and does it suggest a deeper problem?  Are we so polarized now that we can’t even have civil debates on key issues that affect the country? How do we fix this? Answers to those questions and more on this week’s episode! Join us.  — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ppcourageousconversation/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ppcourageousconversation/support

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Hervis Rogers, of Texas, was arrested on charges that he voted in the 2020 Democratic primary while on parole. He could now face as much as 20 years in prison. This podcast is a discussion of that incident, recurring voter disenfranchisement, and possible solutions to this ongoing issue. Join Peter & Phil for another great discussion.  — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ppcourageousconversation/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ppcourageousconversation/support

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