Being Colorblind and the Token Black Friend

In this episode Leah and Zeb interview their two daughters Lanie and Colbie to learn what experiences they have from living life as multi-ethnic kids. They share about their relationships at school, some jokes, and their favorite music artist right now. We hope you enjoy this fun and cute interview!

In this episode, Zeb and Leah sit down with 23 year old Josh King who is a Lieutenant Junior Grade in the U.S. Coast Guard. Josh details his story of growing up in a bi-racial home with and standing out with his light brown skin and blue eyes. He shares a really positive perspective that should inspire all of us!

In this first episode of Season Three, Zeb and Leah are excited to be back recording for this show and are talking about the subject of privilege. They share several perspectives of privilege that they hope are helpful for anyone seeking to understand what it is and what it isn't.

In this episode, Zeb and Leah sit down with their friends, Christian and Porsha Garcie. Christian serves as an Army chaplain and Porsha serves with Security Forces in the Air Force. They shared their experiences of growing up in Florida, meeting and dating in Vegas, living in Montana, and what they have learned about each other's cultures. Enjoy this conversation and share it with someone you think would benefit from it as well!

In this episode, Zeb & Leah sit down with their friends, mentors, and adopted family, Jim and Kathy Munson. The Munsons have been married for 53 years and adopted their daughter Mali 40 years ago from an orphanage in Calcutta, India. They share how this adoption has reshaped their perspective both for their lives and for decades of pastoral ministry. Be sure to subscribe and share! 

In this episode Zeb and Leah sit down with their friends David and Kelsey Munoz to talk about their lives as a multi-ethnic family. David is originally from Bogota, Colombia and Kelsey grew up in Normal, Illinois. They met while they were in college in South Florida and have now been married for 7 years. They discuss their perspectives from David immigrating to the states to Kelsey describing what it's like being the only "gringa" in a Spanish-speaking church. They also shared the intentional ways they are attempting to incorporate the Columbian culture into the lives of their children.  GIVEAWAY! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts and one randomly selected reviewer will receive a $10 Amazon gift card! Thanks for sharing the show with those that you know!

In this episode, Zeb & Leah interview their friends Nate & Sanae Garvin. The Garvins have been married for over 25 years and have not only mixed American and Japanese cultures in their home but have adopted a child from China. They discuss everything from Nate's family heritage related to WWII, Sanae growing up in a homogenous culture, and the importance of apologizing on behalf of a nation's wrongdoing. Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, share, and rate the show so others can also benefit from it.

Guess who's back?! Zeb and Leah are excited to bring you Season Two of Black, White & Greenfield! In this episode they interview a brother and sister who grew up with a father from Nigeria and a mother from the U.S. They shared their experiences of struggling with their identity, trying to fit in, and embracing their mixed ethnic culture.  If you enjoy listening be sure to invite someone else to listen in, give a rating, or write a review. 

In this final episode of Season One, Leah and Zeb share the history and their thoughts about the newest national holiday, Juneteenth. This day has a lot of meaning for black people in America, and it's important that we celebrate together the abolition of slavery. In the last "What we're learning" segment of the season, Zeb shares a funny, mind-blowing discovery about Leah's wardrobe choices. Thanks to everyone who listened, followed, subscribed, shared, rated, reviewed, and reached out to us this season! We are looking forward to being back with Season Two in the Fall of 2022. Enjoy your summer everyone! Zeb & Leah

On this edition of Black, White & Greenfield, Zeb and Leah talk through the idea of being colorblind, what it's like being the token black person, and the misconception of "multi-ethnic" churches. As they wrap up season one, be sure to subscribe, follow, and ring the bell to make sure you don't miss any episodes as they release. Thanks for joining the journey and be sure to share this with those you know who could benefit from having their perspective shifted!