Crossing the Tracks: Recent Episodes
Scott Woodburn
Crossing the Tracks is a podcast about race relations in Shelbyville and across the country. Scott Woodburn, white male pastor, and Sanda Jones, black female historian, dive into difficult conversations about race and race relations.
In this episode Sanda and Scott talk with Rev. David Charlton about Race and the Church. David is the lead pastor of First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Listen as they explore the struggle churches face when discussing race and becoming more diverse. They also discuss Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s quote "the most segregated hour of the week" is 11 a.m. on Sunday. If you have questions or comments about the podcast email scottwoodburn23@gmail.com.
In Episode 7 of Crossing the Tracks Sanda and Scott speak with college student and activist Sarah Spicer. Sarah shares her experience and knowledge about understanding racism, why she is passionate about this conversation, and why she decides to protest. Sarah challenges us to acknolwedge our privilege and educate ourselves. If you have questions or comments about Crossing the Tracks podcast please email scottwoodburn23@gmail.com.
In Episode 6 of Crossing the Tracks Sanda and Scott share some feedback from their listeners. What are the listeners saying? Why dialogue and feedback is crucial for discussions on race? We encourage all of our listeners to share your story with us by emailing scottwoodburn23@gmail.com.
In Episode 5 of Crossing the Tracks Sanda and Scott continue their discussion with Cassandra Harris-Gray. Cassandra discusses what led to the Prayer March in Shelbyville, what does Black Lives Matter mean, and much more. Cassandra and her husband, Kilen Gray, are both advocates for racial reconiliation and continue working toward justice and equality for all.
In Episode 4 of Crossing the Tracks Sanda and Scott sat down with Cassandra Harris-Gray. Cassandra is the CEO and Owner of Creative Spirits Behavioral Health in Shelbyville. Cassandra graduated from Shelby County High School, studied Psychology at Kentucky State University, and studied Counseling/Marriage and Family at Campbellsville University. She is a Mental Health/Substance Abuse Therapist at Creative Spirits Behavioral Health. Cassandra is an advocate for racial reconciliation and played a major role in the Prayer March for Justice in June of 2020. Cassandra and her Husband, Kilen Gray (former Pastor at Mt. Zion Baptist Church), seek to promote justice and equality in all of their work and ministry.
Episode 3 of Crossing the Tracks Podcast Scott and Sanda discuss Racial Awareness Part II. Scott shares stories about his experience understanding race while Sanda discusses what it's like growing up in a predominatly white world... Plus Sanda gives another history nugget and they challenge listeners to consider "what makes it difficult to talk about your experiences with race?" If you have questions, comments, or discussion topics please email scottwoodburn23@gmail.com.
In this Episode Sanda and Scott explore stories of when they recognize or notice race. What was that experience like for them and what made them recognize race?
In episode 1 of Crossing the Tracks Scott and Sanda talk about their background and what led to this podcast. Why have a podcast about race? Why is this conversation important? Have questions or topics you want to hear more about? - email scottwoodburn23@gmail.com