Insufferable Academics

What may be considered draconian mind sets are juxtaposed against conversations focused on 'open-minded' thinking while in the classroom. 

In this IA pod'versation @drjalinbjohnson engages with those whose lived experiences require them to reach beyond discipline and into a place of care & concern, as educators, leading the discussion. 

Special guests:

David M. Long, JD

Dr. Obed Magny

The transition from military into civilian life is a journey in itself. In this IA pod'versation, Dr. Johnson talks with veterans who have taken an additional step into the classroom and are now giving back through sharing their wisdom, skill sets and lived experiences, with others.

Special guests:

Dr. Anthony Falls 

Dr. Felicia Haecker 

In this episode of Insufferable Academics, Dr. Johnson is joined by fathers, who share their lived experiences, as members of the academy. They discuss managing to traverse the many facets of Higher Ed, while balancing the joys of fatherhood.

Special guests:

Rolondo Talbott, PMP, CSM

Justyn Howard, Esq.

Celebrating mothers, daughters and their shared desire to follow career paths in education, IA talks with loved ones who engage, who care and who support the significance of modeling the way for their students and community.

Special guests:

Mrs. Twillea Evans-Carthen

Dr. Megan Carthen Jackson

At IA, we believe that working with students and mentees requires compassion and empathy. In this season of our collective lived experiences, when the question was posed - 'Are you a fighter, a healer or builder,' we took a step back and dug deep to find an answer. It was not an easy effort.

Special guests:

Dr. Lissa Ramirez-Stapleton

Dr. Valencia Walker

In honor of father's day, IA salutes fathers and daughters, who have walked their own career paths, only to find a common appreciation for education and supporting students.

Special guests:

Dr. Venkatachalam "V" Seshan 

Dr. Sheila Lakshmi Steinberg

As Insufferable Academics continues the ongoing celebration of mothers and daughters, in this first episode of Season Two, we talk with loved ones in the Netherlands, who are dedicated to selfcare, wellness and shared mutual respect for one another.

Special guests:

Dr. Estella Chavous

Dr. Jacinta Chavous-Kambach

Season Two Episode One

Serving under-resourced areas, where ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds are diverse, research shows that BIPOC women are the foundation of the social services system, carrying the heaviest burden. In this pod'versation, IA discusses the emotional and mental well-being needed, to carry the weight of it all.

Special guest:

Ms. Adriane Hughes

Mrs. Audrey Tousant Shelby

In this pod'versation, IA talks with three men in higher education who have a lifetime of experiences, creating inclusive spaces and existing amidst labels & the preconceived notions of others; all while living authentically. 

Special guests: 

Dr. Dustin Domingo  

Dr. Patric Schine 

Dr. Donald B. Scott

Described as a time of extreme emotional, physical, social and cognitive development in children, the ‘early childhood’ years are critical to determining who we are and the people we will become.

Taped amidst the anguish and despair shared around the world, surrounding the (May 25, 2020) death of George Floyd while in Minneapolis (MN) police custody, in this episode of IA, @drjalinbjohnson engages experts in early childhood education.  This pod’versation explores why discussions surrounding privilege, integrity, kindness and compassion are so important during the formative years.

Special guests:

Dr. Hawani Negussie   

Dr. Esmirna Valencia