A podcast dedicated to Young Adult Literature
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This series stems from the various amount of Zoom conversations that I have had with friends during the past 5 months of quarantine.
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“Hey Did Ya Hear?” is a podcast started by a group of guys who wanted to share their opinions and views on what they found interesting in today’s world. This is a very casual podcast that is all about exploring each others opinions and ideas in efforts to provide our listeners with a great discussion brought about by our 3 Hosts.
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The Three C's the Woke world finds offensive: Caucasian, Conservative, Christian. But, you'll find that Alex McFarland's content is not toxic, but timely. The I Hear Ya podcast features issues and opinion-makers who may not always agree, but we approach subjects like culture, politics, religion, and race squarely and factually, bringing solid truths and clarity, and avoiding spin. The goal is to build bridges of understanding through conversation. Thank you very much for listening and giving ...
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EP 10: A Preacher, a Pastor and a Rabbi Walk into a Podcast...
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In this episode, Alex and Odell welcome their first guest to the show, Rabbi Joshua Ben-Gideon. They discuss the recent surge of anti-semitism and ask Joshua questions about Jewish culture in this friendly conversation between three religious leaders.Af Alex McFarland and Odell Cleveland
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Spring is in the air! Alex and Odell answer two questions from their listeners in this episode. The first involves cookouts. The second tackles the societal precepts of the N-word. Is it ever appropriate for anyone to use it? Join us as we tread carefully to avoid the explicit tag in this thought-provoking discussion! Visit the I Hear Ya store to s…
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EP 08: Is Cancel Culture Hurting Racial Progress?
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Is cancel culture a useful tool, like boycotts, in drawing attention to and fighting racism? Or is it thought policing that will lead to a totalitarian government that would harm everyone? That's the debate Alex and Odell have in this episode of I Hear Ya.Af Alex McFarland and Odell Cleveland
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Alex and Odell discuss what the death of George Floyd, the trial and its verdict mean to America.Af Alex McFarland and Odell Cleveland
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EP 07: What Does the Confederate Flag Mean to You?
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Odell asks Alex what the Confederate flag means to him. They also discuss the takedown of Confederate monuments that were put up in the not so distant past due to the romanticism of the Old South, otherwise known as the Lost Cause of the Confederacy. Please support the show with a visit to the store or subscribing in a podcatcher.…
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EP 06: Are More Integrated Churches in Our Future?
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Are more integrated churches in our future? That’s the question Alex poses to Odell on this episode, and Odell describes the distinct culture of the southern Black Church in his answer. Please help support the show with a visit to the iHearYa store or a review on Apple Podcasts!Af Alex McFarland and Odell Cleveland
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EP 05: Why Do White Mothers Raise Their Sons Differently?
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Odell asks the question: Why do white mothers raise their sons differently than their daughters? The heartfelt conversation also covers two great poets, chicken farms, crystal stairs and some of the women in the lives of Alex and Odell.Af Alex McFarland and Odell Cleveland
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EP 04: Can We Celebrate the Achievements of Conservative Blacks?
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Ben Carson, Clarence Thomas and Colin Powell. How does Odell feel about them? Alex asks him on this episode. They also discuss the Supreme Court, abortion and Odell’s “shero” along the way. Please help support the show with a visit to the iHearYa store or a review on Apple Podcasts!Af Alex McFarland and Odell Cleveland
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EP 03: Was School Integration a Good Thing?
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Odell and Alex recount their very different stories from the first days of school desegregation in the seventies. The conversation touches on how integration has impacted the black community and what school choice means for everyone today.Af Alex McFarland and Odell Cleveland
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It’s Alex's turn to ask the initial question for the discussion in this episode. He asks Odell, what are things that white people do that make black people think that they are racist? Alex and Odell touch on the Charleston church shooting, the Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville and the recent Capitol riot, and both share some very personal st…
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Alex and Odell tackle their first question, which comes from Odell. He wants to know why some white people are afraid to get on an elevator with him when he is the lone passenger, even in a professional situation.Af Alex McFarland and Odell Cleveland
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Introducing Alex McFarland and Odell Cleveland, two pastors from different racial backgrounds. Starting a conversation between friends; aiming to achieve an understanding of different perspectives.Af Alex McFarland and Odell Cleveland
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John Gonzalez: Teaching in Times of COVID & The American Dream
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Can ya hear me? Joining us today is John Gonzalez (john_gainzalez), a high school educator in Southern California! We discuss what it is like to be an educator in these times during coronavirus, and how the virus has shaped his perspective and outlook towards the students he serves. Teaching students who grew up in a similar manner than him, and pr…
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Catherine Bersinger: Personal Growth, Disney & Dating
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Can Ya Hear Me? Joining us today is Catherine Bersinger (@cbersinger)! We talk about what it was like growing up in Roseville, California, and her subsequent transition from Northern California to college life at UC Irvine. Having been a Disney fan all her life, Catherine was able to make some magic of her own while landing a job within Disneyland'…
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In this first episode, we have Catherine Bersinger (@cbersinger), Kevin Do (@kmdo91), Dominique Mendoza (@dominiqueryann), and Nhu Troung (@itsjustnhu) who join me in discussing the age-old question: "What is a sandwich"?
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Episode 25 - We Are The Greatest!!(R.I.P. Muhammad Ali)
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In today's episode we talk about the death of Muhammad Ali, the death of Kimbo Slice & more... Was a sad week for fighting.Af Isaac, Nathan & Luke.
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Episode 24 - Panama Papers, D**k Transplants & More!
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In today's episode, the gang talks about the panama papers, the future of d**k transplants and more.Af Isaac, Nathan & Luke.
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Ya Hear Me - Episode 5 - I'll Give You the Sun
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In this episode, Kodi and Alan discuss Jandy Nelson's "I'll Give You the Sun". They discuss the time skipping narrative, what it means to be a young adult, and give some journal prompts that you might use if you teach this novel. Next time: I Am Malala (Young Reader's Edition)On Deck: Ember In The AshesContact usFacebook: www.facebook.com/YaHearMeS…
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YA Hear Me Show - Episode 3 - Salt To The Sea
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The third book in Ya Hear Me is Ruta Sepety's "Salt to the Sea". Alan and Kodi discuss this amazing book which tells the story of four young people fleeing the horrors of World War 2. Podcasts referenced in this episode:Stuff You Missed In History Class: Amber Roomhttp://www.missedinhistory.com/podcasts/who-stole-the-amber-room/Radio Lab: Nazi Summ…
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Alan and Kodi discuss Marissa Meyer's "Cinder" and talk about it's positive message to girls. For more books like Cinder, check out this list: http://www.scld.org/classic-tales-with-a-modern-twist/Next episode will feature a discussion of Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys.Contact us:E-mail: yahearmeshow@gmail.comTwitter: @YaHearMeShowFacebook: www.fa…
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In their first actual episode, Kodi and Alan discuss Gary Paulsen's Hatchet, the story of a young boy trying to survive in the Canadian wilderness. He does this primarily with a hatchet, which somehow did not make it into the show. We do discuss our favorite scenes, quotes, and talk about the ending. Next episode: Cinder by Marissa MeyerContact us:…
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YA Hear Me? Episode 0 - Introductions
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In the first episode of YA Hear Me? Alan and Kodi tell you a little about themselves and what they hope to get out of their new podcast. Contact: yahearmeshow@gmail.comTwitter: @YAHearMeShowFacebook: www.facebook.com/YAHearMeShowMusic - "Overthrown" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/song/OverthrownCover art by Justin Davis…
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