This week on Black v. Board of Education (BVBOE), we’re joined by Sacramento Area Youth Speaks (SAYS)—the unapologetic poets, organizers, and truth-tellers using their voices to challenge power and reclaim space.

We’re digging into the local DEI cuts happening right here in Sacramento County and their impact on Black students, even after the county’s own study highlighted the disparities and systemic barriers our students face every single day.

So why, after the data confirmed what our community has been saying for decades, are we still watching programs that center Black students get defunded, dismissed, or deleted altogether?

We’re calling it what it is—anti-Blackness in action.

Join us as we unpack the politics, the policy, and the people behind the rollback—and remind everyone that our babies deserve more than performative equity.

This isn’t just a conversation. It’s a reckoning.

This week on Black v. Board of Education, we sit down with Mrs. Karen Dugas — educator, entrepreneur, and founder of Above the Limit, LLC and the Beyond the Bus Foundation. With over 20 years in education, Mrs. Dugas has helped students turn their academic potential into scholarship dollars, making college more affordable — and often, debt-free.

We talk about the power of financial literacy, what it really means to prepare students for post-secondary success, and how families can build generational wealth through informed decision-making. From tutoring to “Money Talks,” Mrs. Dugas is changing the narrative around what it means to be college and money ready.

From the classroom to educational leadership, Nichelle Henderson joins BVBOE to unpack the promise and the challenges of public education in California. In this deep discussion, she tackles issues like teacher burnout, equity, dual enrollment, and the role of leadership in crafting schools where all children can thrive.

In this episode We’re honored to host Carylee Carrington — a fierce voice in children’s literature, diversity advocacy, and storytelling. Through personal anecdotes, behind-the-scenes insights, and reflections on representation, Carylee invites us to read with intention, reflect on what stories we tell, and rise to create more inclusive narratives for young readers.

In this special Battle of the Sexes edition of Black v. The Board of Education, we’re asking the hard question — are we toxic, or just traumatized? 💭

Domestic Violence Awareness Month is the perfect time to unpack the blurred lines between pain and pattern, love and control, healing and harm. Too often, we label behavior without understanding the wounds underneath. In this episode, men and women go head-to-head — and heart-to-heart — about accountability, emotional safety, and what it really takes to break the cycle.

From generational trauma to pop culture’s definition of “ride or die,” nothing’s off-limits. Tune in as we peel back the layers, challenge assumptions, and remind each other that love shouldn’t hurt — and healing is still possible. 💜

Join us as we sit down with Stephen Walker & guest to explore his powerful new play, “A.” This thought-provoking production dives deep into the struggles of addiction and mental health challenges, shedding light on the experiences many face but few discuss. Stephen shares the inspiration behind the play, the creative process, and the important conversations it sparks about resilience, healing, and understanding. Tune in for an honest, moving look at the stories that need to be told.

Join us for In Conversation with Area 4 School Board Member Delia Baldwin live on BVBOE

We’re back and better than ever! 

In our exciting new season, Harold D. Baldwin takes us on an inspiring journey “Up From Jackman,” sharing stories of resilience, leadership, and lived experience. 

Each episode dives into lessons learned, challenges overcome, and wisdom gained, giving listeners a front-row seat to conversations that uplift, empower, and spark meaningful change. Don’t miss this season of growth, insight, and inspiration!

(PART 2)

Dating violence is a quiet crisis impacting Black youth and families—one that’s often hidden behind stigma, mistrust, and a desire to “keep business in the house.” In this episode, the BVBOE cast engages in a raw and culturally grounded conversation about dating violence, how it shows up in our lives, the real stories that haunt us, and what healing could look like when we start telling the truth.

We discuss the tragic local cases and explore the broader challenges—from being dismissed or disbelieved to feeling stuck between silence and survival. This episode is not just a warning—it’s a call to protect, support, and love each other better.

Dating violence is a quiet crisis impacting Black youth and families—one that’s often hidden behind stigma, mistrust, and a desire to “keep business in the house.” In this episode, the BVBOE cast engages in a raw and culturally grounded conversation about dating violence, how it shows up in our lives, the real stories that haunt us, and what healing could look like when we start telling the truth.

We discuss the tragic local cases , and explore the broader challenges—from being dismissed or disbelieved, to feeling stuck between silence and survival. This episode is not just a warning—it’s a call to protect, support, and love each other better.