An Introduction to Racial History in Dallas with Jerry Hawkins | Tiny Pulpit Talks: 059
About this episode
This episode explores the hidden history of race and racism in Dallas through a conversation between Reverend T. J. FitzGerald and Jerry Hawkins.
In this episode of Tiny Pulpit Talks, Reverend T. J. FitzGerald sits down with Jerry Hawkins, our Director of Equity Initiatives and Community History Fellow in Residence, to explore the hidden and often erased history of race and racism in Dallas. Together, they discuss why uncovering these stories matters, how missing archives and silenced narratives shape public memory, and why imagination is sometimes necessary to rebuild a fuller picture of the past. Jerry shares his journey of piecing together Dallas's complex racial history, recommends essential books and documentaries, and reflects on how the city's future depends on honestly facing its past. This conversation offers a thoughtful introduction to Dallas history, community storytelling, and the ongoing work of racial equity. 🌱 Enjoy the podcast? Consider a one-time gift to support the staff & resources required to keep it going. 💲 Give through PayPal, Venmo, & Apple Pay here: https://tinyurl.com/firstchurchpaypal First Unitarian Church of Dallas is devoted to genuine inclusion, depth and joy, reason and spirit. We have been a voice of progressive religion in Dallas since 1899, working toward a more just and compassionate…
People in this episode
Host: Reverend T. J. FitzGerald
Guest: Jerry Hawkins
Topics covered
- racial history
- Dallas
- community storytelling
- racial equity
- public memory
Keywords
- racial history
- Dallas
- equity initiatives
- community history
- public memory
- narratives
- documentaries
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: First Unitarian Church of Dallas
Places: Dallas
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