Episode 001: Rev. Kevin Peterson--Building the Beloved Community: Racial Justice and Reconciliation in Boston

A conversation with Rev. Kevin Peterson, Boston-based activist and founder of the New Democracy Coalition, about the deep-rooted issues of racial injustice and the ongoing fight for equity in Boston and beyond. Rev. Peterson shares his journey from growing up in Philadelphia’s Black Pentecostal community to becoming a leading voice for civic engagement, voting rights, and racial justice.

The conversation touches on Boston's history as one of the most racially segregated cities in the U.S., the legacy of slavery, systemic racism, and the pressing need for reconciliation. Rev. Peterson passionately discusses the role of education, public dialogue, and reparations in building a multiracial democracy. His vision of the "Beloved Community," inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., calls for courage, unity, and justice, as Boston strives to confront its past and reimagine a more inclusive future.

Join us as we explore how each of us can play a part in transforming our communities, and how Boston can lead the nation in addressing these historic inequities.