Hillman Rewind

By: Ray "DJ Diggy" Andrews & Nichole Ross
  • Summary

  • Hillman Rewind is your backstage pass to the culture, lessons, and legacy of A Different World. Hosted by HBCU alums Ray (DJ Diggy) and Nichole—who both walked the same campus where the iconic show was filmed—we take a nostalgic yet engaging look at every episode, bringing the laughs, the memories, and real talk about why this show still matters today.

    As 80s babies raised on A Different World, we’re bringing our personal experiences, Black college pride, and cultural insight to every discussion. From Ron’s antics to Whitley’s evolution, from Dwayne and Freddie’s academic grind to the real-world issues the show tackled, we’re unpacking it all. Whether you’ve been rocking with Hillman since day one or just now stepping on campus, this is your space to celebrate and critique one of the most impactful shows in Black television history.

    So pull up, press play, and join us as we rewind back to Hillman!

    2025
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Episodes
  • Episode 04 - Tennessee State University
    Feb 27 2025

    Episode 4: Tennessee State University

    Title: Lessons, Lies & Late Nights

    Class is in session! In this episode of Hillman Rewind, we’re diving into A Different World Season 1, Episode 4, where tutoring sessions, gossip, and late-night conversations take center stage. Ray and Nichole break down the academic hustle, sharing their own experiences with tutoring—both giving and receiving help—and the best strategies to stay on top of your studies.

    But college isn’t just about hitting the books; it’s also about navigating the social scene. We’re unpacking the world of campus rumors, how quickly they spread, and the wildest ones we've ever heard. Plus, how did A Different World handle gossip, and what lessons can we take from it today?

    🎓 Hillman Homework: What’s the wildest rumor you ever heard (or maybe even started) on your campus? Drop it in the comments or tag us on social media with #HillmanHomework!

    Tune in, press play, and let’s rewind back to Hillman! 🎧🔥

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    37 mins
  • Episode 03: Southern A&M University
    Feb 16 2025

    Episode 03: Southern A&M University

    Title: Rules, Romance & Retro Style – Life at Hillman

    The dorms had rules, the organizations shaped us, the crushes were real, and the fashion? Unforgettable. This week on Hillman Rewind, we’re talking about dorm monitors and those college rules that kept us in (or out of) trouble, the importance of student organizations, the excitement of first campus crushes, and a look back at 80s college fashion compared to today’s trends.

    Plus, we’ve got this week’s Hillman Homework—we want to know what was a rule that your dorm had that you thought was stupid when you were in school? Drop your answers in the comments or tag us on social media with #HillmanHomework and join the conversation!

    Press play and let’s rewind back to Hillman!

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    46 mins
  • Episode 02 - Spelman College
    Feb 9 2025

    Episode 2 - Spelman College

    Title: Balancing Books & Budgets – The College Hustle

    Summary: College isn’t just about books and parties—it’s a crash course in real life! In this episode of Hillman Rewind, we’re diving into the experiences of non-traditional students, the struggle of budgeting and financial responsibility, and the unforgettable late-night dorm room conversations that shaped us. We’re keeping it real about what it takes to survive and thrive in college.

    Hillman Homework—what’s the biggest financial lesson you learned in college? Did you ever have to get creative to make ends meet? Drop your stories in the comments or tag us with #HillmanHomework!

    Press play, join the convo, and let’s rewind back to Hillman!

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    39 mins

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