There is a need for more computer science teachers, and there is a need for more students to engage in the computer science field. While this shortage is evident across multiple demographics, it is especially pronounced for “historically excluded” groups of people. This typically includes women and people of color. Throughout our podcast, we look at reasons for this trend. We also explore ways to change this trajectory and get students, teachers, and systems to engage people of color with computer science and STEM careers in a way that connects with their identities and motivates them to enter this field of study. To provide insight and expertise on this topic, we are joined by Allen Antoine, a STEM and School Culture Education Specialist from The University of Texas at Austin and Rice University. Visit AVID Open Access to learn more.