Yearly Archives
Porn Addiction Recovery Coach, Alana Parekh, Joins Jesse! (#261)
On this week's episode of TheFallenState TV, host Jesse Lee Peterson is joined by Alana Parekh, a porn addiction recovery coach and the host of the AAHANA podcast. In the interview, Alana discusses how her parents' arranged marriage and traditional Indian background paradoxically led her to have a much different upbringing—one where she was encouraged to date (and even sleep) around before marriage. She discusses how she became addicted to watching pornography from a very young age, and how common it was among her friends to be exposed to this type of content as early as age 7.&
Pastor Martin Ssempa (aka Gabriel Baaba) Joins Jesse! (#260)
On this week's episode of TheFallenState TV, host Jesse Lee Peterson is joined by Pastor Gabriel Baaba, also known as Martin Ssempa. Pastor Baaba is the founder of Makerere Community Church in Uganda, and also the founder of Straight Nation. In this discussion, Jesse and Pastor Baaba tackle the differences between Ugandan blacks and American blacks, Pastor Baaba's organization "Straight Nation," the importance of fathers, the pitfalls of femin*sm, "rac*sm", and much more.
Saaphyri Windsor Joins Jesse! (#259)
On this week's episode of TheFallenState TV, host Jesse Lee Peterson is joined by Saaphyri Windsor, a reality TV star, entrepreneur, and author. You may recognize Saaphyri from the second season of Flavor of Love (Season 2), as well as from Flavor of Love Girls: Charm School. Saaphyri is the author of "Don't Interrupt My Prayers Before GOD Directs Me to Whoop Yo' A**: A Spiritual Journey." Jesse and Saaphyri discuss her reality TV appearances, her thoughts on spirituality and belief in reincarnation, as well as her take on rac
Shakka Ahmose Joins Jesse! (#253)
On this week's episode of TheFallenState TV, host Jesse Lee Peterson is joined by Shakka Ahmose. Shakka Ahmose is a research specialist in Ancient Egyptian History, and also the founder of the Nile Valley Movement. In this fascinating exchange, Jesse asks Shakka about the purpose of the Nile Valley Movement, and how black people are connected with Ancient Egyptian History. Jesse also wants to know why Shakka left the Christian church, and what his beliefs are now as it relates to Ancient Egyptian culture and religion. They also touch on modern race relations—you
Grace Fraga Joins Jesse! (#249)
On this week's episode of TheFallenState TV, host Jesse Lee Peterson is joined by Grace Fraga, a Latinx comedian, actress, and relationship coach. In this interview, Jesse and Grace tackle everything from spirituality, to the trauma she experienced from her mother while growing up, her stand-up comedy, her Latinx identity, and the advice she has gleaned from her expertise as a relationship coach. You don't want to miss this fun and candid exchange!
Dylan Burns Joins Jesse! (#248)
On this week's episode of TheFallenState TV, host Jesse Lee Peterson is joined by Dylan Burns, a political consultant, Twitch streamer, and YouTuber. In this wide-ranging interview, Jesse asks Dylan his thoughts about Generation Z (Dylan's generation) vs. millennials, his value system, how his relationship with his parents shaped who he is, and about his political leanings. Dylan also explains why he identifies as queer, and how he sees his own Christian faith. Don't miss this very candid discussion!
