The HBCU Podcast

On this episode, we speak with Dr. Eve Hudson, She’s a graduate of Shaw University. Dr. Eve is the Founder and Chief Strategist of The Purpose Professor, she’s a podcast host, motivational speaker, and author. Her lively personality and brilliant insight can be heard on her very on podcast, First Gen Lounge. During this episode, we discuss her HBCU experience, her career transition and why she’s on a mission to inspire, empower, and uplift first-gens.

SHOW NOTES:

The Purpose Professor  [12:10]

First Gen Lounge [20:25]

Why is #9 Significant to Eve [32:45]

Joining Delta Sigma Theta / Greek Life [44:05]

HBCU Giving [53:48]

Why Choose HBCU[ 01:00:26]

MORE INFO:

Instagram: @evehudsonphd

Follow Dr. Eve at www.evehudsonphd.com

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On this episode, we speak with Samantha Booker a 2013 graduate of Paine College. Samantha is an educator, author, and speaker. Her passion for education can be witnessed daily in her work as gifted teacher and through her inspiring lesson on leadership with youth and young adults.  During this episode, we discuss her HBCU experience, her children’s book  and her role as Teacher of the Year for Richmond County, Georgia.

SHOW NOTES:

What is a gifted teacher [12:05]

RBOE Teacher of the Year 19-20  [20:00]

Becoming an author [27:30]

MORE INFO:

Instagram: @LeaderSLBooker • @LeadersStandUp

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LeadersStandUp

Website: https://leadersstandup.org

On this episode, we speak about a scandal that further proves that privilege exists in this country. The College Admission Scandal which according to the Justice Department is THE largest ever college admissions prosecution. We chat with friend of the podcast and resident Admissions expert, Mr. Jefferey Pierce, II who serves as Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management at Edwards Waters College. Share your feedback on this topic! 

SHOW NOTES:

Admissions Scandal [7:05]

False Test Scores [ 17:06]

Admissions Tips [29:12]

MORE INFO:

Instagram: @IAMProDev •  @ParallelInception

Website: www.ParallelInception.com

Find us: TheHBCUPodcast.com

On this episode, we speak with Xav Handfield. He’s a graduate of Bethune Cookman University. Xav is a successful Speaker, Consultant, and Coach. His lively personality can be seen and heard at various venues as he speaks with a mission to develop youth and young adults.  He also is using his gift to introduce to a better way of living through “The Plant Based Brotha.” During this episode, we discuss his HBCU experience, the plant based lifestyle  and why he’s so passionate about inspiring before he expires.

SHOW NOTES:

The Plant Based Brotha [22:20]

Forget Fear [37:41]

Homecoming at Bethune-Cookman  [54:40]

Why Choose HBCU[ 01:08]

MORE INFO:

Instagram: @ThePlantBasedBrotha

Facebook: The Plant Based Brotha 

YouTube: The Plant Based Brotha

THIS IS A SPECIAL EPISODE! In September, we celebrated our 1 year anniversary with a LIVE show in Charlotte and two really amazing HBCU graduates and lots of love from the HBCU community!

Our 1st guest is Claflin University Alumnus, Barry White, Jr., he’s the North Carolina educator that has gained national recognition as the “Handshake Teacher” he’s been featured on  The Today Show, The Steve Harvey Show and countless other media outlets for his excellent work in education AND our 2nd guest is Travis P. Jackson, North Carolina A&T alumnus. He's the CEO and founder of the popular online platform, HBCU Pride Nation. He's known for highlighting the HBCU Culture and partnering with brands like FORD, Regions Bank, The Black College Hall of Fame just to name a few.

Follow Barry: @ThatsBWhite

Follow Travis: @IAmTravisJackson

Follow HBCU Pride Nation: @HBCUPrideNation

Follow us: @TheHBCUPodcast

On this episode, we speak with Bakari Sellers. He’s a graduate of Morehouse College. Bakari is an attorney, politician, CNN political commentator and he’s adding to the national conversation on race, politics and social justice as the host of his popular podcast, Viewpoint with Bakari Sellers.  During the episode, we discuss his HBCU experience, his career, and his political future. Bakari 2020?

BAKARI QUOTABLES:

“You’re in classes, you’re in dorms and on teams with other people who are going to have a place in society, have upward mobility, be successful. Iron sharpens iron.” — Bakari Sellers

“I think one of the things Morehouse and all HBCUs do is teach when you leave that school, you can compete anywhere and against anyone. Morehouse reinforces that for sure.” — Bakari Sellers

SHOW NOTES:

Interest in Politics [6:09]

Political Commentary [11:00]

Would you sit down with Trump? [15:52]

Would you run for President of the U.S.? [20:29]

Follow Bakari on Twitter: @Bakari_Sellers

Follow Bakari on Instagram: @BakariSellers

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On this episode, we speak with Jahylin Mckee. She’s a graduate of Savannah State University. Jahylin is the owner and lead publicist for J. McKee & Co. having worked exclusively with Remy Ma, New York & LA Fashion Week, Calvin Klein, and BET to name a few.  During this episode, we discuss her experience as an HBCU queen and how consistently sending her resume to Cardi B’s publicist landed her an internship and job.

JAHYLIN QUOTABLES:

“You are not a number. You are definitely joining a village of people that support you way beyond the classroom.” — Jahylin McKee

“Had I not gone to Savannah State, who I am today, my career path and just the way I navigate throughout life and look at life would have been completely different,” —  Jahylin McKee

SHOW NOTES:

High School/College Relationship [9:48]

Being An HBCU Queen [14:17 - 23:00]

HBCU Queens & Kings Conf. [24:25 - 29:03]

Career as Publicist [33:00]

MORE INFO:

Instagram: @LifeAsJahylin

On this episode, we speak with Jameer Pond. He’s a graduate of Lincoln University. Jameer is a successful Media Personality and Content Creator. His lively personality can be seen and heard on shows like The Grapevine, We Shall Over Chug, Black Boy Joy and AOL’s “Build Brunch.” During this episode, we discuss his HBCU experience, his former life as a comedian and he drops some major career gems for those interested in the digital media industry.

JAMEER QUOTABLES:

“The culture and Black fabric of millennials is heavily populated by people that have went to HBCUs and obtained degrees from HBCUs.” — Jameer Pond

“There’s an influx of love, positivity and cultural movement from people who went to HBCUs in 2018.” — Jameer Pond

SHOW NOTES:

Young Jameer [15:21]

Work in Media (Def Jam, BET etc.) [20:20]

Content Creator Gems [32:20 - 47:20]

Homecoming at Lincoln [54:20]

Why Choose HBCU[ 01:01:12 ]

MORE INFO:

Instagram: @ItsJameer

The Grapevine

We Shall Over Chug

Black Boy Joy

On this episode, we speak with Denez Green. He’s a graduate of North Carolina A&T State University. Denaz is a Managing Partner of the Black Alumni Ball, LLC  a formal event aimed to connect Black professionals and influencers. During this episode, we discuss his HBCU experience, his career in architectural engineering and we hear from an actual Aggie what specifically makes North Carolina A&T’s Homecoming the “Greatest Homecoming On Earth.”   

DENAZ QUOTABLES:

“You have to be nurtured. You have to be nurtured culturally, you have to be nurtured scholastically, you have to be nurtured by the community. I feel that's what an HBCU gives you.” — Denaz Green

“Every HBCU gives you that nurturing aspect that you need to be successful.” — Denaz Green 

SHOW NOTES:

http://blackalumniball.com/

HBCU Experience [3:00]

GHOE Explained [12:06]

Black Alumni Ball [18:16]

HBCU Giving [29:35]

MORE INFO:

Black Alumni Ball - DC • August 11th • www.BlackAlumniBall.com

Black Alumni Ball - Charlotte • November 16th • www.BlackAlumni.com

Donate to the Statesmen College Preparatory Academy for Boys visit Statesmenboys.org

Instagram /Facebook @BlackAlumniBall

Instagram /Facebook @Nxlevel

Follow Denaz Green Instagram: @Its_Naz

On this episode, we speak with Chajuanna “CJ” Gathers. She’s a graduate of Benedict College. Chajuanna is a higher ed. professional and the founder of “The W.E. Group” a woman’s empowerment group based in Charleston, SC. Her organization’s purpose is to help provide emotional & spiritual healing, overall wellness, and to promote dreams, visions & goals of women. 

During this episode, we discuss her HBCU journey, her career and her impactful organization.

CHAJUANNA QUOTABLES:

“I don’t care who it is. If another woman is doing something positive, I want to be there. I want to support that.” — Chajuanna Gathers

“You’re going to have these professors that look just like you, that have done what you’ve done, and are now pouring back into you. It’s invaluable.” — Chajuanna Gathers

SHOW NOTES:

College Major [15:00]

Corporate World  [22:00]

The W.E. Group [28:25- 46:45]

HBCU Experience [47:00]

Advice [54:40]

For more information about The W.E. Group, visit www.TheWEGroup.org