Should Black folks reevaluate their political strategy in relation to the Democratic Party, and possibly consider third party candidates?
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Podcasts
Explore our collection of podcasts featuring conversations about education, equity, and innovation.
Freedom Friday
It’s Freedom Friday, and you’re still not free, but hopefully you’ll be a bit closer after an hour with Chris Stewart, CEO and Chief Advocate for EdPost, and Sharif El-Mekki, CEO for Center for Black Educator Development.
Building the Black Educator Pipeline
Ed Post and the Center for Black Educator Development combine forces to deliver the essential podcast on developing a strong Black educator pipeline to ensure our students have the representation they deserve.
Always Learning
The podcast where curiosity never retires and knowledge is always in session. Engaging with thinkers, creators, and educators who remind us that our capacity to learn is boundless. Let’s not forget that learning is not confined to youth; it’s a lifelong journey.
Across Colors
Across Colors is a limited series from Ed Post on how parents and educators from across the country are pushing to make schools better and more equal places for children to learn and grow. Hosted by Tanzina Vega.
Teach the Babies
Season one of Teach the Babies with Dr. David J. Johns examines the impact of one arguably among the most consequential Supreme Court cases, Brown vs the Board of Education of Topeka, Kansas.
Ed Post Conversations
We’re tired of the same old ideas in education, and so are you. Our diverse range of guests bring fresh ideas and stories that challenge, surprise and inspire.
School Disrupted
School Disrupted is a ground-breaking podcast by Spelligent that challenges the flaws of the one-size-fits-all education model. Hosted by Toni Barton, this first of its’ kind series features thought-provoking conversations with prominent educators, caregivers, and students to discuss the untold reality of our current schooling system and how it is failing students who don’t “fit in a box” or are unique in ability.
Leader to Leader
In Leader to Leader, host Darryl Cobb, President of the Charter School Growth Fund, sits down with exceptional school leaders from the charter school community, unpacking not only their successes, but also the profound personal stories that compel them to lead.
Recent Podcast Episodes
Teaching the History of Slave Rebellions
A discussion on the lessons we can take from slave rebellions throughout history and how we can include these stories in our children’s education.
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Are Teachers Equipped to Teach Our Kids to Read?
A new study shows that a majority of states use weak elementary teacher reading licensing tests.
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Teaching About Islamophobia, Anti-Semitism, and the Middle East.
Chris, Sharif and Ismael discuss how teachers should be teaching about what is unfolding in Gaza and addressing Islamophobia and Anti-Semitism.
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Across Colors Ep. 1: Throwing Elbows and Making Sacrifices
Tanzina Vega talks to the hosts of “School Colors,” a podcast focused on how race, class and power shape public education.
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E14: Lessons on SEL From an Early Learning Perspective (Ft. Jamal Berry)
Learn how early learning can guide social-emotional learning in schools. Jamal Berry, CEO of Educare DC, shares valuable insights.
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The History of Black Education In America (ft. Dr. James Anderson)
Dr. James Anderson, author of The Education of Blacks in the South 1860-1935, joins us to discuss the history of Black education in America
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It Takes a Village: Education and Community Support (ft. Dr. Meisha Porter)
Dr. Meisha Porter of The Bronx Community Foundation and former Chancellor of NYC Public Schools, explains the importance of community support in education.
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Abolitionist Teaching and Education Reparations (ft. Dr. Bettina Love)
Dr. Bettina Love, award-winning author, discusses abolitionist teaching, education reparations, and hip hop in education.
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Black Nationalism, Education and Activism (ft. Dr. Greg Carr)
Dr. Greg Carr joins BTBEP to discuss Black Nationalism and education activism.
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S1E10: Edu-Equity as a Fundamental Right (ft. Dr. Khalilah Harris)
Dr. Khalilah Harris discusses Black liberation, education equity, and opportunity access in education.
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Supporting our Gifted and Talented Black Students (ft. Dr. Donna Y. Ford)
Dr. Donna Y. Ford joins Building the Black Educator Pipeline to discuss multicultural gifted education.
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