On this week's episode of TheFallenState TV, host Jesse Lee Peterson is joined by Dr. Sabrina Strings—She is Professor and North Hall Chair of Black Studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Dr. Strings brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise, having received the UC Berkeley Chancellor’s Postdoctoral Fellowship and holding a joint appointment in the School of Public Health and Department of Sociology. A certified yoga teacher, her insights on yoga have been featured in The Feminist Wire, Yoga International, and LA Yoga. Dr. Strings is also an acclaimed author, with her award-winning work appearing in Ethnic and Racial Studies, Signs: Journal of Women in Culture and Society, Fat Studies, and Feminist Media Studies. They delve into her groundbreaking book, "Fearing the Black Body: The Racial Origins of Fat Phobia," which has garnered significant acclaim and features in Essence, Ms. Magazine, Colorlines, Bitchmedia, and on NPR, KPFA, and WNYC. Don’t miss this compelling discussion on race, body image, and societal perceptions.
📌 On this week's episode of TheFallenState TV, host Jesse Lee Peterson is joined by Steve Lee—He is a comedian, hip-hop artist, and host of The Steebee Weebee Show. Best known for his unique brand of humor and raw authenticity, Steve opens up about his creative journey, his experience in the underground music scene, and what drives his one-of-a-kind podcast, The SteeBee WeeBee Show. Jesse and Steve get into an offbeat, unpredictable conversation that touches on everything from childhood memories and mental health to relationships, comedy, and the search for meaning. It’s funny, weird, deep, and totally unexpected—just like Steve himself.
In this episode highlight of The Fallen State TV, host Jesse Lee Peterson interviews Garet McLendon—He is a former prison inmate turned sobriety advocate.
📌 On this week's episode of TheFallenState TV, host Jesse Lee Peterson is joined by Garet McLendon—He is a former prison inmate turned sobriety advocate. Garet shares his powerful story of redemption, detailing his experiences within the prison system, the turning points that changed his path, and his inspiring journey toward recovery and advocacy. Jesse and Garet dive deep into issues of addiction, faith, forgiveness, and the struggle for personal growth after incarceration. Don't miss this raw, honest, and inspiring conversation that offers a powerful testament to the possibility of change and redemption, no matter one's past.
On this week's episode of TheFallenState TV, host Jesse Lee Peterson is joined by Angela Stanton-King—She is an author, TV personality, and founder of Auntie Angie's House. Angela, who is known for being the goddaughter of Martin Luther King Jr.'s niece, Alveda King, shares her incredible journey from a troubled upbringing and time in prison to receiving a presidential pardon from Donald Trump. She opens up about her experiences with redemption, faith, and forgiveness, and discusses the work she’s now doing alongside RFK Jr. to uplift and support others in need. They touch on anger, abortion, perfect peace, politics, the government, black mess, and more!
