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Hacking the Script: Vernacular Resistance in Structured Spaces

Hacking the Script: Vernacular Resistance in Structured Spaces

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I'm joined by Ahmesa Mansaray-Richardson for a rich conversation on what it means to speak and live authentically in spaces shaped by conformity. From her upbringing in West Africa to her work in development and theological education, Ahmeda shares how using one's vernacular—the language of lived experience—is a radical act of self-preservation and resistance.

Together, we explore:

  • The unspoken scripts that govern professional and social interactions
  • The tension between institutional expectations and personal identity
  • The power of code-switching and cultural nuance
  • The importance of hacking systems to maintain human connection
  • Why staying rooted in your story and voice matters


This episode is a call to reclaim your voice, resist erasure, and embody your faith and identity with courage.

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