In this Just Conversation with Dean Kelly Brown Douglas speaks with Ashon Crawley, artist and author of “Blackpentecostal Breath”. They discuss the implications of recent attacks on African-American Studies courses in schools, and the recent passing of Dr. John Bracey. They talk about the role of the Black Church in addressing a variety of issues from COVID to support for the LGBTQ community.  They end by thinking about how Black writers and artists can inspire the next generation.