<p>How do you get a class full of nervous teenagers to write poems and share said poems with the entire class? Also, the brilliant Kristen Gentry, takes some time to talk about her amazing short story collection, Mama Said, and share her teaching wisdom.</p>

How do you get a class full of nervous teenagers to write poems and share said poems with the entire class? Also, the brilliant Kristen Gentry, takes some time to talk about her amazing short story collection, Mama Said, and share her teaching wisdom.

Episode #16: Be in the Classroom with Kristen Gentry

Abdel Shakur is a writer and teacher concerned with telling the stories of Black teachers. A Catalyst Chicago Classroom Story Slam winner and a 15 year veteran in the classroom, Abdel and his guests reflect on the power of Black folks engaged in the teaching art.

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Abdel Shakur is a writer and teacher concerned with telling the stories of Black teachers. A Catalyst Chicago Classroom Story Slam winner and a 15 year veteran in the classroom, Abdel and his guests reflect on the power of Black folks engaged in the teaching art. Holler at me @misstraknowitall

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Episode #16: Be in the Classroom with Kristen Gentry