In this episode, the hosts discuss recent events and beefs in the entertainment industry, including the Kendrick Lamar and Drake beef, the Evelyn and Jackie drama on Basketball Wives, and the controversy surrounding honorary degrees given to reality stars. They explore the themes of growth, relevance, and the importance of staying true to oneself. In this conversation, Dr. Erin and Dr. Jackson discuss the topic of honorary degrees and the criteria for earning them. They also explore the issue of knee-jerk reactions in higher education and the importance of thoughtful decision-making. They touch on the lawsuit filed against the NCAA by a women's basketball player from Grambling State University, alleging discrimination in the academic performance program. They also highlight the Move-In Day Mafia, a nonprofit that provides foster youth attending HBCUs with personalized dorm room makeovers. The episode concludes with a preview of upcoming topics, including Project 2025, HBCU presidency, and the future of Knoxville College.

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entertainment industry, beefs, Kendrick Lamar, Drake, Evelyn, Jackie, Basketball Wives, honorary degrees, reality stars, growth, relevance, staying true to oneself, honorary degrees, knee-jerk reactions, higher education, NCAA, academic performance program, lawsuit, discrimination, foster youth, HBCUs, Moving Day Mafia, dorm room makeovers, Project 2025, HBCU presidency, Knoxville College