Afro Mermaids: Healing our relationship with water

Culture Rich Conversations: Healthy relationships in rural communities, part one

On this episode of Culture Rich Conversations from Juneau’s Black Awareness Association, Christina Michelle sits down with professionals from AWARE to discuss healthy relationships in rural communities. They explore the foundations of a healthy partnership, identify critical red flags, and highlight dynamic resources available for individuals and couples. Guests: Ben Horton, Juneau Choice and Accountability Program Facilitator Natalie Watson, Prevention Manager Saralyn Tabachnick, Aware Legend & Former Special Projects Director [https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_20260403_144356-edited.jpg] [https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/FB_IMG_17486497344512.jpg] [https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/selfie-in-sun-on-Brotherhood-Bridge-trail-edited.jpg] Christina Michelle hosts the conversation. Culture Rich Conversations airs Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. on KTOO and KAUK with a rebroadcast at 7:00 p.m. Listen online or subscribe to the podcast [https://www.ktoo.org/juneau-afternoon/culture-rich-conversations/]. Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/culture-rich-conversations/id1713781776] Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/2HX7wGEYVUFv381Wr7WJEX] NPR [https://www.npr.org/podcasts/1208811542/culture-rich-conversations] RSS [https://feeds.ktoo.org/crc] [https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/LOGO-Black-Awareness-Association-Show-650x305.jpg] Culture Rich Conversations [https://www.ktoo.org/juneau-afternoon/black-awareness-association/] is a production of KTOO in partnership with the Black Awareness Association of Juneau [https://www.facebook.com/Black-Awareness-Association-Juneau-AK-171820359510520/]. [https://feeds.ktoo.org/link/23806/17319197.gif]

Afro Mermaids: Healing our relationship with water

Culture Rich Conversations show aired on January 13, 2026 Dive into an enchanting episode of Culture Rich Conversations featuring Dr. Jalondra Davis, Mermaid scholar, and Blixunami from the hit Netflix series Merpeople.  Discover the transformative power of African spirituality, wellness, and unity in the captivating world of Afro Mermaids.   Prepare to explore the deep waters of fantasy, the symbolism behind the aquatic world, and how these trailblazers are helping the Black Culture heal our relationship with water. [https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Mermaids-1-650x650.jpg]Blixunami [https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Mermaids-2-650x430.jpg]Dr. Jalondra Davis Christina Michelle hosts the conversation. Culture Rich Conversations airs Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. on KTOO and KAUK with a rebroadcast at 7:00 p.m. Listen online or subscribe to the podcast [https://www.ktoo.org/juneau-afternoon/culture-rich-conversations/]. Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/culture-rich-conversations/id1713781776] Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/2HX7wGEYVUFv381Wr7WJEX] NPR [https://www.npr.org/podcasts/1208811542/culture-rich-conversations] RSS [https://feeds.ktoo.org/crc] [https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/LOGO-Black-Awareness-Association-Show-650x305.jpg] Culture Rich Conversations [https://www.ktoo.org/juneau-afternoon/black-awareness-association/] is a production of KTOO in partnership with the Black Awareness Association of Juneau [https://www.facebook.com/Black-Awareness-Association-Juneau-AK-171820359510520/]. [https://feeds.ktoo.org/link/23806/17252834.gif]

Culture Rich Conversations season six premiere

October 21, 2025 On this episode of Culture Rich Conversations from Juneau’s Black Awareness Association, it’s the season six premiere.  Kicking off the new season with Christina Michelle and Al Boogie, they dive into the latest updates, sharing what’s coming next, and setting the stage for a new season of rich, engaging dialogue. [https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Christina-Michelle-650x650.jpg]Christina Michelle [https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Al-Boogie-300x650.jpg]Al Boogie Christina Michelle hosts the conversation. Culture Rich Conversations airs Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. on KTOO and KAUK with a rebroadcast at 7:00 p.m. Listen online or subscribe to the podcast [https://www.ktoo.org/juneau-afternoon/culture-rich-conversations/]. Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/culture-rich-conversations/id1713781776] Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/2HX7wGEYVUFv381Wr7WJEX] NPR [https://www.npr.org/podcasts/1208811542/culture-rich-conversations] RSS [https://feeds.ktoo.org/crc] [https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/LOGO-Black-Awareness-Association-Show-650x305.jpg] Culture Rich Conversations [https://www.ktoo.org/juneau-afternoon/black-awareness-association/] is a production of KTOO in partnership with the Black Awareness Association of Juneau [https://www.facebook.com/Black-Awareness-Association-Juneau-AK-171820359510520/]. [https://feeds.ktoo.org/link/23806/17192244.gif]

Beyond the Music: Decoding the 2025 Superbowl halftime show

Host Christina Michelle and Al Wilson have a candid discussion about the hottest topics in Black culture today [https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/LOGO-Black-Awareness-Association-Show-650x305.jpg] Culture Rich Conversations Podcast Audio On this episode of Culture Rich Conversations from Juneau’s Black Awareness Association: On the heels of the 2025 Super Bowl, host Christina Michelle sits down with NAACP Anchorage Chapter President Cheryl Cox-Williams, MC Hohagani Magnetek, and Influencer Darryl Akins.  Together, they go beyond the music to decode the Kendrick Lamar halftime show and its political messages woven throughout.  Guests: MC MoHagani Magnetik (Fairbanks) – Poet, Entertainer, and Pre-PhD in Anthropology and Sociology [https://www.facebook.com/MoHaganiMagnetek] Darryl Akins (Anchorage) – Influencer and Podcaster of Be Real With D Real [https://www.youtube.com/@BeRealWithDReal] Cheryl Cox-Williams (Anchorage) – President of the NAACP Anchorage Chapter [https://www.ktoo.org/juneau-afternoon/culture-rich-conversationsmailto: president.anchoragenaacp@gmail.com] [https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Cheryl-1-387x650.jpg]Cheryl Cox-Williams [https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Mo-2-562x650.jpg]MoHagani Magnetik [https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Darryl-1-366x650.jpg]Darryl Akins Christina Michelle hosts the conversation. Culture Rich Conversations airs Thursday at 3:00 p.m. on KTOO and KAUK with a rebroadcast at 7:00 p.m. Listen online or subscribe to the podcast [https://www.ktoo.org/juneau-afternoon/culture-rich-conversations/]. Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/culture-rich-conversations/id1713781776] Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/2HX7wGEYVUFv381Wr7WJEX] NPR [https://www.npr.org/podcasts/1208811542/culture-rich-conversations] RSS [https://feeds.ktoo.org/crc] [https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/LOGO-Black-Awareness-Association-Show-650x305.jpg] Culture Rich Conversations [https://www.ktoo.org/juneau-afternoon/black-awareness-association/] is a production of KTOO in partnership with the Black Awareness Association of Juneau [https://www.facebook.com/Black-Awareness-Association-Juneau-AK-171820359510520/]. [https://feeds.ktoo.org/link/23806/17023366.gif]

From trauma to transformation with Next Era Foundation

[https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Monica-Kayla-Kaylas-Daughters-433x650.jpg]Monica, Kayla & Kayla’s Daughters (Photo courtesy of Next Era Foundation) In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, Christina Michelle sits down with Monica and Kayla Brandner of Next Era Foundation for Girls. Kayla shares her personal experience with sexual assault, a catalyst for creating a foundation dedicated to empowering young girls. This episode explores the critical work of nurturing young women to find their strength and “inner tiger.” This episode includes themes that may disturb some listeners, including firsthand accounts of sexual assault and attempted suicide. Guests: Monica Brandner, Founder of Next Era Foundation Kayla Brandner, Co-Founder & CEO of Next Era Foundation [https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Kaylah-Brandner-2-433x650.jpg]Kayla Brandner (Photo courtesy of Next Era Foundation) [https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Monica-Brandner-433x650.jpg]Monica Brandner (Photo courtesy of Next Era Foundation) Christina Michelle hosts the conversation. Culture Rich Conversations airs Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. on KTOO and KAUK with a rebroadcast at 7:00 p.m. Listen online or subscribe to the podcast [https://www.ktoo.org/juneau-afternoon/culture-rich-conversations/]. Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/culture-rich-conversations/id1713781776] Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/2HX7wGEYVUFv381Wr7WJEX] NPR [https://www.npr.org/podcasts/1208811542/culture-rich-conversations] RSS [https://feeds.ktoo.org/crc] [https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/LOGO-Black-Awareness-Association-Show-650x305.jpg] Culture Rich Conversations [https://www.ktoo.org/juneau-afternoon/black-awareness-association/] is a production of KTOO in partnership with the Black Awareness Association of Juneau [https://www.facebook.com/Black-Awareness-Association-Juneau-AK-171820359510520/]. [https://feeds.ktoo.org/link/23806/17009501.gif]