HBCU Pulse Radio

In this episode, Randall is joined by Virginia State and Norfolk State alumna Kiya Wimbush-Robinson to discuss the latest episode of the Coach Vick Experience. Randall speaks about his reporting being featured in the show about Vick firing his defensive coordinator and two other defensive assistants, and the implications of that move.

Randall and Kiya have a detailed conversation about leadership, drawing on what is shown on "The Coach Vick Experience" as well as Norfolk State's homecoming loss to South Carolina State.

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In this episode, Randall is joined by Virginia State and Norfolk State alumna Kiya-Wimbush Robinson to recap the latest episode of The Coach Vick Experience, including a discussion on if HBCU Pulse Radio will be featured on the show in upcoming episodes.

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In this episode, host Randall Barnes reports on an HBCU student athlete being killed following a domestic violence incident, the passing of a former Miss Albany State and Savannah State, beating the top baseball team in the nation, and other stories prominent in HBCU life this week.

Later, Randall is joined by Brandis Friedman, journalist, director, and host of the PBS documentary "Opportunity, Access and Uplift: The Evolving Legacy of HBCUs." Friedman speaks about the inspiration behind the film and what she learned from the creative process.

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In this episode, host Randall Barnes pays tribute to Jesse Jackson following his passing at 84 years old on February 17th. He also reports on former Fisk University gymnastics Morgan Price making history for Arkansas, former SGA President David Whitlow joining Georgia's football staff, and a fan running on the court to defend a fast break during the Morehouse vs. Kentucky State men's basketball game.

Later, Randall is joined by ClutchPoints writer and Norfolk State/Virginia State alumna Kiya Wimbush-Robinson to recap episode three of BET’s “The Coach Vick Experience.

They say the episode was better paced and covered the Rutgers and Wagner games, but criticize Vick’s in-game quarterback decision-making—especially pulling Otto Kuhns late for Israel, leading to a costly interception—and discuss Vick’s repeated uncertainty about whether coaching was the right decision.

Randall also pushes back on the show’s framing of HBCUs as “not having the budget,” sparked by a comment about Norfolk State not bringing cheerleaders to Wagner, and argues the narrative can be damaging while still acknowledging historic underfunding and land-grant funding gaps.

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In this episode, Randall reports on Andrew Body revealing his transfer portal journey and why he returned to Alabama State in an exclusive report by the Montgomery Advertiser.

Then, Randall and ClutchPoints Writer and Virginia State and Norfolk State alumna Kiya Wimbush-Robinson dive into a review of BET's "The Coach Vick Experience" episode 2. The duo give a nuanced and honest take on the episode, including Vick seeming uncertain about his coaching journey up to that part of the season.

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In this episode of HBCU Pulse Radio, host Randall Barnes reports on various topics, including the latest information about Florida A&M University allegedly not allowing a College of Law student to use the word "black" in Black History Month promotional materials and the university's response.

Additionally, he covers rapper J. Cole's visit to North Carolina A&T, NFL punter Marquette King's retirement, Morehouse College President’s response to the Tuskegee coach arrest, Jackson City Councilman Kenneth Stokes' call for a new football stadium at Jackson State University, and Grambling State quarterback Czavian Teasett fundraiser for spinal cord surgery.

Later, Randall is joined by ClutchPoints writer Kiya Wimbush-Robinson to discuss the premiere of BET's docuseries 'The Coach Vick Experience,' which documents Michael Vick's first season as head coach of Norfolk State’s football team. They delve into Vick’s coaching decisions, his family dynamics, and the reactions of the players and the Norfolk State community.

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In this week’s episode of HBCU Pulse Radio, Randall Barnes breaks down the incident involving Tuskegee University men’s basketball head coach Benji Taylor, who was handcuffed by police following a game at Morehouse College, and examines the SIAC’s response, legal fallout, and more.

Randall also reports on the death of Bowie State University Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Clyde Doughty Jr. and highlights Alabama State quarterback Andrew Body’s decision to return to the Hornets, reshaping the SWAC title picture.

The episode then shifts to politics as Randall analyzes Georgia gubernatorial candidate Jason Esteves’s Black Men’s Agenda, focusing on its implications for HBCUs, workforce development, education access, and economic opportunity, before replaying an extended interview with Esteves from October 2025 discussing HBCU funding, land-grant equity, and the future of Black political power in Georgia.

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In today's episode, Randall reports on allegations surrounding Dr. Kevin E. James's return to Morris Brown, Hampton, and Virginia State, benefitting from public policy, and the death of former NFL defensive lineman and HBCU alumnus Kevin Johnson.

Randall then zooms in on the controversy surrounding Coco Gauff, saying that she would've attended an HBCU, as some believe that she should consider it, and that celebrities saying that rings hollow. Randall argues that Gauff made her comment in good faith, as some other athletes cite a "resource disparity" as why they don't attend HBCUs.

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In this episode, Randall reports on Dr. Kevin E. James being reinstated as Morris Brown College president and Fort Valley State president Dr. Paul Jones retiring after ten years. He then does a special report spotlighting Clark Atlanta alumna Tiffany Mitchell, one of the stars of Big Brother 23 and a recent participant in Peacock's The Traitors.

Later, Randall delivers his "Randall's Thoughts" editorial where he weighs in on Donald Trump's executive order "protecting" the weekend of the "Army-Navy" game and ponders what happens to the Celebration Bowl if the College Football Playoffs expand.

He also circles back to the news that Dr. Paul Jones is retiring from Fort Valley State and gives his thoughts on the move as a Fort Valley State alumnus and shares stories of his time at Fort Valley State interacting with Dr. Jones.

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In this first episode of the New Year, Randall Barnes reports on the tragic shooting of a Fisk University basketball player and the shocking news that Dr. Kevin E. James has been fired from his position at Morris Brown College, among other breaking news in HBCU life.

Randall also airs a report from Prairie View A&M student Kirsten Prince, sponsored by the News Ambassadors. In Kirsten's report, she addresses the culture and economics of Prairie View, Texas.

Later, Randall addresses the odd conversations about Tuskegee University alumna and former Love Island contestant Olandria Carthen. Olandria Carthen has built up a successful brand after "Love Island." So, why are these conversations about her success still happening?

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