The Breakfast Club Best of full interview: Pastor Jamal Bryant On 40-Day Fast Against Target, Black America's Success, Politics + More
Dec 24, 2025
Pastor Jamal Bryant, a Baptist pastor and activist, dives into gripping discussions about engaging the church in social issues. He emphasizes the power of social media to connect with youth and the importance of unity in physical worship. Bryant outlines the purpose behind the 40-day fast targeting Target, framing it as both a spiritual and strategic movement for Black empowerment. He underscores the need for pastors to confront political powers and the significance of protecting Black vendors. The conversation highlights collective action as a path to innovative economic solutions.
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Why Physical Church Still Matters
- Physical churches still matter because social media increases loneliness despite connection metrics.
- Bryant says in-person community combats rising depression and mental-health issues tied to online life.
Calling Out Black Leaders At The White House
- Bryant called out Black leaders who attended a White House Black History Month event while that administration undermined Black interests.
- He said his criticism was exposure, not racism, because he was addressing Black people enabled by the administration.
Make Movements Measurable And Strategic
- Organize focused, measurable actions rather than symbolic gestures by setting benchmarks and collecting data.
- Bryant frames the Target 40-day fast as a faith-based, data-driven campaign to show economic impact.