This episode gave me life. I got to sit down with the one and only Indomitable Black Man, Gabriel Hannas, and y’all, we went there, talking about gentle parenting, colonization, classroom culture, and how both schools and families can stop replicating systems of harm that aren't serving out students. Gabriel broke down the history of authoritarian parenting and how it shows up in schools today, then flipped it with real stories about connection, co-regulation, and creating classrooms that actually work for kids. If you’ve ever said, “That’s not my job,” this episode might just shift your whole practice. This is the one you play twice. Maybe three times. Let it challenge you. Let it change you.

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In this week's episode of the Black on Black Education Podcast, I sit down with the Dr. Jocelyn Logan-Friend, an education strategist who’s worked in every part of the education system, from the classroom to the U.S. Department of Ed. Together, we broke down what it means to be qualified to teach, why transforming classroom culture starts with your mindset, and how we empower students to question everything including us. We also talk about our upcoming trip to South Africa to run a camp for teenagers in Cape Town, and what it means to lead a silent revolution in education.

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Resources + Links Mentioned:

• Donate to support Black on Black Education’s Adventure 2025 trip to South Africa: Support the Trip

• Learn more about Dr. Jocelyn’s work: Logan and Friends

• Follow Logan & Friends on Instagram: @loganandfriends.community

• Explore the Student Action Board Curriculum: Student Action Board

If you’re ready to build a classroom that balances rigor and joy—don’t just listen, act. Join the Liberation Library, THEE online community for educators fighting the system from the inside.

In this episode of The Black on Black Education Podcast, I sat down with Dr. Cedric B. Howard—a seasoned higher ed leader who’s talks to us about what it really takes to transform education for our students.

We didn’t sugarcoat ANYTHING. We talked about the systemic barriers that keep so many of our kids stuck. We got into the deep importance of early education, the impact of trauma on learning, and why community support isn’t optional, it’s necessary.

I walked away from this conversation reminded that educators aren’t just here to deliver content but be the catalysts for change. And if we’re not actively working to build systems that are equitable, inclusive, and rooted in love and truth, then what are we really doing?

Links Mentioned:

• Listen to this episode next: Starting a Silent Revolution: The 5 Steps to Reclaiming Your Power in the Classroom
• Keep Learning: Take my email course: Revolutionize Your Classroom: Build a Student Feedback System That Works
• Stay in Contact with our Guest: Reach out to Dr. Howard on LinkedIn or Instagram.
• Join the Liberation Library, THEE online community for educators fighting the system from the inside, without burning out. We have work to do, so let's do it together.

Welcome to The Resistance: An Underground Educators Podcast In this very first episode of The Resistance—formerly known as the Black on Black Education podcast—I’m telling the full story. The real one. The one I’ve only hinted at before. This rebrand isn’t just about changing a name. It’s about standing 10 toes down in what I believe: educators deserve better, and our kids deserve freedom, joy, and justice in their classrooms right now.

In this episode, I’m opening up about:

• Why I rebranded the podcast and what it means to be a part of The Resistance

• Getting fired—and how that experience revealed just how toxic school cultures can be

• What it feels like to be perceived as "disruptive" simply for doing what’s right for kids

• The moment I realized I was starting to mimic the harm I was fighting against

• How I realigned through reflection, rest, and radical honesty

• The three promises I made to myself this school year: let go of what I can’t control, have more fun, and take care of myself

This isn’t just my story. It’s the story of so many of us who’ve been told to sit down, stay quiet, or follow the rules in systems that were never built for us—or for the young people we serve. If you’ve ever cried in your car after work, felt silenced, or been penalized for telling the truth while still teaching your students to use their voices—this episode is for you.

Links mentioned:

• Don’t Be Like Dan: A Deep Dive into Power Hoarding in Schools

• I'm Gonna Have the Best School Year of My Life Episode

Reflection Prompts:

• When have you been penalized for telling the truth?

• Have you cried in your car after work? What led to that moment—and what was your role?

• What boundaries do you need to set to protect your peace and purpose?

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This is The Resistance—the podcast for educators fighting the system from the inside. Let's get to work.

In this episode, I sat down with Mariah L. to talk about the power of mentorship, the adultification of Black children, and how empathy must play a bigger role in education. We explored what makes a great teacher, how we evaluate educators, and why listening to students is the key to creating classrooms that truly support them.

Episode resources:

• Reach out to Mariah on Tik Tok

• Video that started the conversation
• Need community?: Join the Liberation Library
• Need coaching?: Join the Teacher Action Board
• Want to bring the Student Action Board to your School? Shoot me an email [email protected]

With everything going on in education, it feels impossible not to feel stuck, burnt out, or powerless in your teaching practice. In this episode, we unpack how learned helplessness is plaguing the students, and educators alike. This conversation is about what you can do to reclaim your joy, autonomy, resistance inside the classroom. Let this be your reminder: you're not the problem—the system is.

Journal Prompt: When was the last time you felt powerless at work? What would reclaiming that moment look like?

Links Mentioned:

• [PODCAST] How to use student voice in your classroom?

• Join the Liberation Library: THEEE online community for educators fighting the system from the inside, without burning out.

I sat down with Dr. Edmund Adjapong to talk all things hip-hop pedagogy and why Teach Like an MC is the blueprint for culturally responsive teaching that actually moves kids. We got into what it means to build critical consciousness, center student voice, and stop pretending school has to be boring to be rigorous. This episode is a masterclass in standing on business for Black and Brown students—period.

• GET THE BOOK: Teach Like an MC: Hip Hop in The K-12 Classroom out today!
• Join the Liberation Library: THEE online community for educators fighting the system from the inside-without burning out.

The ⁠Liberation Library⁠ is waiting for educators just like you! Join today!

When you're ready to start your educational movement...reach out to ⁠Ty Tiger, ⁠ she's incredible and what I've learned from her has helped bring this community to life.

The Liberation Library is waiting for educators just like you! Join today!

When you're ready to start your educational movement...reach out to Ty Tiger, she's incredible and what I've learned from her has helped bring this community to life.

In this episode of the Black on Black Education podcast, I sit down with Simone Gamble and Adela Effendy for a powerful conversation about justice-centered education, the role of joy and play in learning, and the transformative work they do through OAAARS andThe Kids Are Ready program. We break down the difference between JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) and traditional DEI frameworks, emphasizing why justice must be at the core of our work with young people. Tune in as we explore how educators can truly listen to and learn from students, create inclusive spaces, and push for real, justice-driven change in our schools.

• Visit the OAAARS Website
• Check them out on IG
• Learn more about the Kids are Ready Program

• Grab Your Justice Journals

Work with Black on Black Education

• Student Action Board: Book a Discovery Call
• Teacher Action Board: Get the coaching you deserve
• I'm Just a Kid/I'm Just a Teacher Guided Journal

Stay Connected:

• Website: www.blackonblackeducation.com
• Email: [email protected]
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