Walter Naegle on the legacy of his late partner Bayard Rustin
The story of the Civil Rights Movement is hardly complete without the tale of one Bayard Rustin, a luminary in his own time cut down by anti-LGBT prejudice.
Interviews
Naismith Hall of Famer Lenny Wilkens talks life, basketball, education, and social justice
Lenny Wilkens explains his NBA journey, his roots, his resolve, and his Catholic faith.
'Unification education, honesty, protection': Part 6 of our interview with Sasha Massey
The future of Catholicism—and Black Catholicism—is discussed here in the close to our interview with Sasha Massey, and she does not disappoint.
Kwanzaa, Day 6 (Kuumba): Creativity on display in part 5 of our interview with Sasha Massey
Kwanzaa's sixth day commemorates the familiar topic of creativity, something not at all lacking in the Black community—or in the ambo of the Lafayette cathedral.
'Educating yourself is arming yourself against ignorance': Part 4 of our interview with Sasha Massey
Our interview with Sasha Massey continues, highlighting history, family dynamics, mental health, angels, and—of course—the Spirituals.
Kwanzaa, Day 2 (Kujichagulia): Part 3 of our interview with Sasha Massey
This second day of Kwanzaa brings part 3 of our interview with Soprano Sasha Massey, exploring her own self-determination amidst incredible challenges.
'Just like catching the Holy Ghost': Part 2 of our interview with soprano Sasha Massey
Our interview with Sasha continues, covering the beginnings of her journey into the Church, as well as her profound liturgical theology.
Gulf Coast cantor chanting through COVID: Our interview with Sasha Massey (part 1)
In part one of her interview with BCM, Sasha Massey, discusses her career, faith journey, and dedication to her craft in the midst of a global pandemic.