Blacktivism In the Academy

We're revisiting a conversation we had last year with Charles H.F. Davis III We think it's worth listening back with the context of another year in an increasingly policed climate. Do professors and administrators become tools of oppression or can we offer ourselves in revolutionary service?  _____________ hfdavis.com Twitter/Instagram - @hfdavis www.campusabolition.org _____________ Keep up with BIA on the socials and we'll make sure to keep up with y'all. IG - @biapod Twitter - @bia_pod As always, please rate and review us to help us out and make sure other folks can find the podcast too!  Peace.  

We've got royalty on the mic, y'all. The Dr. Bridget Turner-Kelly talks about growing up with the academy at her fingertips, finding her way to higher ed, and helping others do the same. _____________ Keep up with BIA on the socials and we'll make sure to keep up with y'all. IG - @biapod Twitter - @bia_pod As always, please rate and review us to help us out and make sure other folks can find the podcast too!  Peace.

Join Steve D. Mobley, Jr., an associate professor at Morgan State University, and Leonard Taylor, an associate professor at Indiana University Bloomington, as they delve into the vibrant intersections of community and creativity in academia. They share their emotional rejuvenation from connecting with fellow Black scholars and discuss the intentional choices behind building lasting academic relationships. Both guests emphasize the importance of authenticity in scholarly presentation and advocate for redefining success to center community building over traditional metrics.

Quortne Hutchings, an assistant professor focused on Black queer life, and Reggie Blockett, a doctoral scholar in higher education, engage in a thought-provoking conversation. They explore the significance of purpose and community in academia, emphasizing the emotional renewal found in Black queer spaces. Reggie highlights the importance of digital archives in preserving Black voices, while Quortne discusses mentorship and the need for intentional academic environments. Together, they envision a vibrant future for Black queer faculty filled with freedom and interconnectedness.

In this engaging discussion, Paris Wicker, an Assistant Professor at the University at Buffalo, and LaShawn Faith Washington, delve into the power of friendship among scholars. They share how their bond began during their PhD journeys and the importance of community-building in academia. The duo emphasizes collaboration over competition, encouraging rising Black scholars to embrace authenticity and creativity. They also reflect on inspiration from mentorship experiences and stress the significance of representation in academic spaces.

Cherese and J.T. explore the essence of community in academia, sharing their own journeys with tenure and promotion. They discuss the importance of collaboration for Black scholars and the support they need to thrive in academic environments. The hosts delve into creating safe spaces for Black men to discuss masculinity, challenging traditional norms. They further examine the impact of patriarchy in the black community and reflect on nostalgic songs, intertwining pop culture with personal stories for a lively discussion.

A Quick conversation about Juneteenth thoughts.   Hosts Cherese Fine PhD. & Jeremy Snipes PhD. Director/Audio Editor K. Gloria Mwez Produced by That Untitled Project The DREAM Collective

Season 6 starts September 4th, but in the meantime, we'll make sure you've got some bonus audio to listen to over the summer. 

We're wrapping up season 5 with our report cacrd episode. Sit down with J.T. and Cherese as they hand out gold stars along with some failing grades. Get into this Playlist  _____________ Keep up with BIA on the socials and we'll make sure to keep up with y'all. IG - @biapod Twitter - @bia_pod As always, please rate and review us to help us out and make sure other folks can find the podcast too!  Peace.

We're just letting our brains play around a but on this one. Wanna play along? Write down your own answers and if you feel like it, share em with us on social media. _____________ Find BIA on the socials IG - @biapod Twitter - @bia_pod As always, please rate and review us to help us out and make sure other folks can find the podcast too!  Peace.