Episodes

  • Office-Hours-Disrupting the Lies About Violence Against Black Queer Men & Trans Women

    Office-Hours-Disrupting the Lies About Violence Against Black Queer Men & Trans Women
    Nov 21 2024
    During today’s Office Hours, we address the critical issue of hate crimes against Black queer men and Black trans women.On October 17, 2024, Daqua Lameek Ritter was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of Dime Doe, a Black transgender woman. This landmark case is the first guilty verdict under the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act aimed at protecting transgender people.

    Dime Doe’s story highlights the disproportionate violence faced by Black Queer communities. As we recognize Transgender Day of Remembrance on November 20, let’s honor those lost to hate and work towards a future where everyone can live safely and freely.
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    14 mins
  • #SexEducationMatters

    #SexEducationMatters
    Nov 19 2024
    Be advised, this sepisode includes a brief, but frank discussion about sex education, including online pornography.

    Have YOU had sex education? Yes, YOU, no, seriously? Think about the consequences of miseducation when it comes to sex, gender, development and everything in between. Dr. Ed Brockenbrough explains how a lack of gender, sexuality, and sex education in schools can leave students miseducated. Dr. Brockenbrough, an associate professor at the University of Pennsylvania’s Graduate School of Education, breaks down the importance of comprehensive sex education, the consequences of operating out of fear, and how we can all do better by our students.

    Brockenbrough, Edward. "Queer of color critique." Critical concepts in queer studies and education: An international guide for the twenty-first century (2016): 285-297.

    Brockenbrough, Ed. Learning While Black and Queer: Understanding the Educational Experiences of Black LGBTQ+ Youth. Harvard Education Press, 2024.

    Black Men Teaching in Urban Schools: Reassessing Black Masculinity by Ed Brockenbrough
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    54 mins
  • Election Reflection - I'm F@#King Angry!

    Election Reflection - I'm F@#King Angry!
    Nov 14 2024
    bell hooks reminds us that each generation must defend democracies and that education is its midwife–it being education. In this episode, David is joined by Cici Battle and Tylik McMillan to bring the group chat reflections on the state of things following the most recent presidential election to life. If you too are angry, struggling to make sense of where we are and how we got here, have curiosity about how Black people on the continent are judging us or what it was like to work for the Democratic party and on the campaign trail THIS is one episode you don’t want to miss.
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    57 mins
  • Office Hours - Brittany Packnett Cunningham

    Office Hours - Brittany Packnett Cunningham
    Nov 12 2024
    In this exciting return episode of Teach The Babies Office Hours, we welcome back Brittany Packnett Cunningham, a leading voice in culture, justice, and policy. After closing out Season 1, Brittany shares her insights on the recent presidential election and its impact on our communities, especially as a mother of a young Black boy.She discusses the vital narratives surrounding anti-trans, anti-LGBTQ, and anti-Black legislation and offers advice for Black mothers navigating these uncertain times. Brittany also shares what listeners can expect from the new season of her acclaimed podcast Undistracted.Join us for an inspiring conversation filled with wisdom and encouragement to find joy amid the challenges we face!
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    58 mins
  • Coping While Black

    Coping While Black
    Nov 7 2024
    In this engaging episode of Teach The Babies Office Hours, Dr. Raquel Martin, a pioneer in Black mental health and liberation psychology, joins Dr. David J. Johns for a lively, laughter-filled conversation. Together, they explore the pressing challenges following the recent presidential election, emphasizing the importance of community healing and the impact of political environments on mental health, particularly for parents and educators. Dr. Martin shares actionable strategies for navigating stress and fatigue while encouraging a commitment to ethical living. Listeners are invited to seek good therapy that promotes growth beyond the session and to build supportive communities. Join us for an enlightening discussion filled with joy, respect, and professional insights as we empower ourselves and our children in these turbulent times.

    Thema Bryant- https://drthema.com/ Podcast Episode

    Mocha Moms- https://www.mochamoms.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=1

    Girl Trek- https://www.girltrek.org/
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    49 mins
  • Justice for Black Girls

    Justice for Black Girls
    Nov 5 2024
    For Brianna Baker, founder of Justice 4 Black Girls, these words are more than a motto; they are a mission. This proud Spelman Alumna, classroom educator, curriculum developer, and BOSS joins the class to share the experiences that led to founding an organization dedicated to ensuring justice for Black girls. Top lines include Black girl barretts and revolutionary dreams; honoring and protecting Black girlhood; the power of connection and community (including HBCUs like Spelman College); and what Black men and boys can do to support Black women and girls.
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    43 mins
  • A Master Class on the Middle East and Political Engagement w/Marc Lamont Hill

    A Master Class on the Middle East and Political Engagement w/Marc Lamont Hill
    Oct 31 2024
    In this compelling episode of Office Hours, host Dr. David J. Johns welcomes renowned scholar, author, and activist Marc Lamont Hill for an in-depth discussion on the pressing issues surrounding the Middle East and the complicity of the U.S. government and both major political parties in shaping the conditions that led up to October 7, 2023.Marc offers a master class on the region's historical and political context, highlighting how systemic issues have influenced current events. Together, they explore the importance of adopting an asset-based mindset and leveraging proven strategies that have historically moved us closer to freedom and justice for all.Additionally, Marc discusses the significance of the Green Party and the potential that third-party options hold for creating a more inclusive political landscape.Join us for this enlightening conversation as we unpack these critical themes and examine how we can advocate for change and engage more effectively in the political process.Don’t forget to check your voter registration status and create a plan to vote on or before November 5th. Every voice matters in the pursuit of equity and justice!

    Hill, M. L. (2016). Nobody: Casualties of America's war on the vulnerable, from Ferguson to Flint and beyond. Simon and Schuster.

    Hill, M. L. (2020). We still here: Pandemic, policing, protest, & possibility. Haymarket Books.
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    39 mins
  • Dreaming With My Children

    Dreaming With My Children
    Oct 29 2024
    CEO, author, media commentator, fantastic husband, father, and friend of the class Joshua DuBois stops by the class to discuss being our first Black President’s (Barack Hussein Obama, don’t play) spiritual advisor; lessons learned bringing together community leaders from across the ideological spectrum to tackle some of the nation’s most significant challenges; and things his children teach him and his wife. Joshua honors the life and legacy of Amadou Diallo, who inspired his advocacy and activism–in faith–and the power of technology to fuel diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging efforts globally.

    https://www.instagram.com/heydubois/
    https://wearevalues.com
    https://gauge.ai/
    https://x.com/joshuadubois
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    35 mins