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Black Scholars Speak
by Janelle Gore
Welcome to Black Scholars Speak, where we connect research, culture, and community to amplify Black voices and foster a stronger community together. Hosted by Janelle Gore—a Clinical Psychology PhD student—this podcast invites listeners of all ages & stages into insightful and real conversations with Black researchers & health experts. Topics range from navigating academia, sleep, maternal health, mental health, caregiving, community building, and so much more! Each episode is packed with tools to uplift and inspire. New episodes drop every two weeks on Tuesdays!
Episodes
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The Hidden Power of Space: How Belonging Shapes our Experiences
In a world where belonging often feels elusive, Dr. Martha Kakooza unveils the profound impact of physical spaces on identity and community dynamics. Dr. Kakooza, a Ugandan-born researcher dives deep into her research on Black African immigrant students, utilizing narrative inquiry and innovative...
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Turning Pain Into Purpose
What happens when personal loss gets turned into public purpose? We sit down with Veronica Boutte, a computer science and visual arts student at Dillard University, and founder of the Purple Pearl Project, to talk about how she turned her grandfather's and aunt's experiences with dementia into a...
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Representation Matters: Creating Space for Future Black Physical Therapists
Black physical therapists make up less than 5% (approximately 3.7%) of all physical therapists in the United States. Increasing this representation is vital to improving patient trust, reducing healthcare biases, and creating equitable pathways in sports medicine, clinical practice, and...
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"I Was Literally Crawling to Survive" Data science, health equity, and Resilience
In this episode of Black Scholars Speak, host Janelle Gore sits down with Dr. Jaysón Davidson, Clinical Informaticist.Dr. Davidson takes us behind the scenes of computational research, breaking down how electronic health records are reshaping the way we understand treatment access and health...
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"Giving up Isn't an Option": Remaining Authentic While Navigating Identity Erasure
Audio Note: You may notice some brief sound dipping when Janelle is speaking in parts of the episode. We sincerely apologize for the audio inconsistency and appreciate your grace as we continue improving the production quality of the show. In this episode of Black Scholars Speak, Shani Strader, a...
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“Caring with these small hands” Creating Change Through Film
In this episode of Black Scholars Speak, we sit down with Omarion Calloway who is a senior at NYU majoring in film and is a former young caregiver, for a powerful conversation about his experience being a young Black scholar while also helping provide care for his family members. Omarion shares...
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The Importance of Good Mentorship and Centering Black Women’s Sexual Health
In this episode of Black Scholars Speak, Dr. Amber Sophus takes us on a bold, affirming journey through academic mentorship and the realities of Black women’s sexual health. She breaks down why mentorship isn’t optional in academia—it’s a survival tool—and shares how building a “mentorship team”...
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"Don't Panic Pivot": Exploring the Power of the Pivot.
As we enter into the first week of 2026, this episode couldn’t be more timely. If you’ve ever felt that nudge telling you it was time for a change, or that you needed to get a game plan together in moments of uncertainty, like when the Trump administration cut millions in academic funding—this...
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Preparing for End-of Life, It's a Community-Affair
This episode hit close to home. As someone who has recently lost both my mother and my grandmother in the same year and my family and I were over here depending on dreams to guide us in what my mom would want because we were not fully prepared for the realities of end-of-life care. Life does not...
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Reimagining Aging: Purpose, Partnership & Impact
In this episode of Black Scholars Speak, Dr. Ethlyn McQueen-Gibson joins us for a rich and heartfelt conversation about purpose, community, and the power of showing up. Drawing from her upbringing and over 40 years in nursing, Dr. McQueen-Gibson shares how her commitment to serving older adults...
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The Power of HBCUs and the Future of Aging Research
In this episode of Black Scholars Speak, we sit down with a trailblazing researcher, Dr. Tamara Baker, whose work bridges science, equity, and legacy. From her academic beginnings at North Carolina Central University (NCCU) to her rise as the 2026 President-Elect of the Gerontological Society of...
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Navigating Life After Sports: Insights for Student Athletes
In this episode of Black Scholars Speak, host Janelle Gore shares her personal journey as a student athlete transitioning into academia. She discusses the challenges and opportunities faced by student athletes, the importance of mental health, and the process of applying to graduate programs....
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The Breakdown with Dr. Feylen Lewis: Empowering & Supporting Youth Caregivers
Join Dr. Feylyn Lewis for The Breakdown, as she takes over the podcast to host and share her personal journey and professional insights into the world of youth caregiving. Discover the challenges and triumphs faced by young caregivers, and learn how we can support them through recognition,...
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The Hidden Lives of Youth Caregivers: We've Got Work to Do!
In this episode of Black Scholars Speak, host Janelle Gore interviews Dr. Feylyn Lewis, a leading expert on youth caregiving. Dr. Lewis shares her personal journey as a youth caregiver, the challenges faced by young caregivers, and the importance of research and advocacy in this field. The...
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Birthing While Black: The Fight for Maternal Health Equity
Why are Black women in America still 2.6 times more likely to die during pregnancy than their white counterparts? In this episode of Black Scholars Speak, we sit down with powerhouse nurse and maternal health researcher Dr. Roseline Jean Louis to unpack the deep-rooted racism, provider bias, and...
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The Breakdown: Dementia & Caregiving Resources for the Black Community
Did you know it is projected that by 2030, 40% of those with a dementia diagnosis will be Black or Latino? Remember, this is just a STATISTIC, so WE have the POWER not to make this a reality! Dr. Fayron Epp's episode of The Breakdown highlights the importance of uplifting our Black faith...
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"It's All Good, We're Learning": Navigating Your Academic Journey W/ Dr. Fayron Epps
In this heartfelt, energetic, passionate, and wisdom-filled episode, Dr. Fayron Epps gets real about the ups and downs of her academic journey—from the hurdles she faced in school to the life challenges that followed. Whether you're just starting out or deep in your academic grind, this episode...
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"Knowledge is Power BUT Applied Knowledge is Powerful"
Welcome to the very first episode of Black Scholars Speak! I’m your host, Janelle Gore, and I’m so excited to kick off this space where we’re connecting research, culture, and community—all to amplify Black voices. In this episode, I’m sharing a bit about my journey, from Texas Southern…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Black Scholars Speak, where we connect research, culture, and community to amplify Black voices and foster a stronger community together. Hosted by Janelle Gore—a Clinical Psychology PhD student—this podcast invites listeners of all ages & stages into insightful and real conversations with Black researchers & health experts. Topics range from navigating academia, sleep, maternal health, mental health, caregiving, community building, and so much more! Each episode is packed with tools to uplift and inspire. New episodes drop every two weeks on Tuesdays!
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How many episodes does Black Scholars Speak have?
Black Scholars Speak currently has 19 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Black Scholars Speak about?
Welcome to Black Scholars Speak, where we connect research, culture, and community to amplify Black voices and foster a stronger community together. Hosted by Janelle Gore—a Clinical Psychology PhD student—this podcast invites listeners of all ages & stages into insightful and real conversations...
How often does Black Scholars Speak release new episodes?
Black Scholars Speak has 19 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Black Scholars Speak is created and hosted by Janelle Gore.
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