The Justice Briefing with Dr. Jemar Tisby Cultural Artifacts w/ Tyler Burns, Pt. 1
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Dec 14, 2025 Rev. G. Tyler Burns, pastor and cultural commentator, reunites with Jemar Tisby to explore their favorite cultural artifacts of the year. They reflect on recent works and partnerships, sharing insights from the $7 million Lilly grant. Tyler praises the Hulu series 'Paradise' for its storytelling, while Jemar highlights powerful sermons by Jeremiah Wright and James Cone’s impactful memoir. Together, they navigate a diverse range of recommendations, including the gripping theology of HBO Max's 'Task' and the emotional documentary 'I Like Me' about John Candy.
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Lists Reward First-Time Consumption, Not Release Year
- Cultural Artifacts lists can include older works if consumed for the first time that year.
- The hosts treat the list as a curated year's top influences across media and events, not limited by release date.
Music As A Hidden Character In TV
- Rev. G. Tyler Burns praises Paradise for reviving appointment-viewing with twists, strong acting, and music as a storytelling device.
- He highlights Sterling K. Brown's performance as central to the show's emotional and narrative power.
Notre Dame's Rollercoaster 2025 Season
- Jemar recounts Notre Dame's 2025 season: starting 0-2 then winning ten straight and averaging 42 points per game.
- He describes the emotional rollercoaster of near losses, breakout blowouts, and the pain of being left out of the 12-team playoff.
