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BONDcast
by Building Our Network of Diversity
The BONDcast is a space for conversations related to the The Building Our Network of Diversity (BOND) Project, which is committed to advancing efforts to recruit, develop, support, empower, and retain male educators of color. The BOND Project demonstrates its commitment through professional enrichment, mentoring, scholarship, and fellowship activities for educators across the country.CONNECT:[email protected]
Episodes
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HBCUs Are Fertile Soil for Educator Preparation
Dr. Sean Warner, professor of Educational Leadership and Higher Education Policy at Clark Atlanta University, describes the roles that IHEs—particularly HBCUs—play in developing the next generations of educators and school leaders.
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From South America to Corporate America to Public Education
National-award winning educator Dr. Angello Villarreal, tells us about how we can learn from his experiences transitioning from South America to corporate America to public education.
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"Affective Learning" vs. "Explicit Learning"
Julius B. Anthony, President and Founder of The Believe Project, explains why targeting "Affective Learning" in addition to "Explicit Learning” matters for teachers who support students of color.
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The Five Seekers
Rolando Ochoa, author of “The Five Seekers,” a novel about the five individuals fight for democracy and peace in Cuba. Rolando is going to explain how his experiences as a child immigrant from Cuba, his service in the U.S. Army, and college professor combined to shape is views as an educator and...
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Cultivating Supportive Spaces for Students and Educators of Color
Dr. VaShawn Smith, an award-winning school leader from the Greater Kansas City Region, shares how his experiences have led him to be one of the the nation's strongest advocates for the creation of inclusive of spaces.
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Modeling Career Reflection
Mr. Albert Lewis, veteran educator and school leader in the Washington, D. C. area models self-reflection as he looks back on his career in education, and he does the same as he considers his future moves.
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Blending Purpose with Entrepreneurship
Dr. Christopher Roblész, founder and CEO of Math N’ More, shares how powerful we can become when we blend purpose with entrepreneurship. He’s been doing it for years now, and he gives us the inside scoop.
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The Pursuit of Excellence and Impact
Teacher, principal, program coordinator, National Board candidate, and speaker, Dr. Kyle Bacon shares what he’s learned about the pursuit of excellence and impact across the two plus decades of his wide-ranging career.
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Reflections of a Teacher of the Year
Mr. Leon Smith, a nationally-renown educator, leader, and policy advocate, shares his reflections on a lifetime of service: his challenges, his triumphs, and a few of the many role models who have inspired his award-winning career.
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The Power of Social Connectedness
Dr. Jeremy Holloway is the Assistant Professor and Director ofGeriatric Education at the University of North Dakota and Equity Professor at Highlands University. He explains how his professional and personal experiences have taught him that social connectedness is one of the keys to success for...
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A Coach's Mindset
Mario Jovan is the founder of Messy Roots, an organization that connects social impact leaders and coaches in ways that transform the lives of their organizations and the communities they serve. Mario explains how his blend of artistry, storytelling, and leadership coaching have always been a…
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The Stories We Tell Ourselves (and Our Students)
2022 Nebraska Teacher of the Year and 2023 NEA Horace Mann Award winner, Mr. Lee Perez, shares what he’s learned about the profound impact of storytelling in the classroom.
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How HBCUs Can Support the Male Educator Pipeline
National-award winning educator Darren Rainey, Sr., Program Manager for the Recruitment and Retention of Diverse Educators for Delaware State University, shares his insider’s view of how HBCUs can support the male educator pipeline.
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Nonreflective People Can Never Be Highly Effective People
BET Honors in Excellence in Education Award and Microsoft History Makers Award winner Kwame Simmons, Sr., founder of The Simmons Advantage, shares strategies that balance high expectations, empathy, resilience, self-care, and community service in education.
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Promoting a Culture of Aloha
Former Hawaii teacher of they year and current school leader, Mr. Derek Minakami, explains how he honors students’ cultures, promotes a sense of place, amplifies students' agency, and nurtures a culture of Aloha.
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Journey to Excellence: Dr. Marvin Lynn
One of the most cited researchers in the United States, Dr. Marvin Lynn, reflects on his journey to world-renowned excellence and what the rest of us can learn from his experiences.
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Belonging is More Than a Word
Author, host, and equity leader, Dr. Sheldon Eakins, shares his definition” of “belonging,” describes how great organizations can operationalize it, and explain concrete ways that you can cultivate it within your organization.
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Learning to Relearn
Season 4 of the BONDCast closes with Kwame Sarfo-Mensah, the founder of Identity Talk Consulting, LLC, a global educational consulting firm that specializes in developing K-12 teachers into identity-affirming educators. Given our current sociopolitical climate, Kwame explains why his new book,...
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Good Classroom Instruction Requires Antiracist Pedagogy
Teacher, leader, fitness trainer, and traveler, Mr. Lorenzo Deloatch, shares his view as a person who has recently transitioned from classroom teacher to teacher leader, and how effective classroom instruction and antiracist pedagogy are one and the same. You can find Mr. Deloatch on LinkedIn…
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Men of Color as Educators of Young Children
This episode features the early childhood educator and school math coach, Mr. Olurotimi Fagbohun. "Mr. Timi" shares how his experiences as an educator of young children have shaped his personal and professional perspectives.
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Unlocking Leadership Potential with Strengths-Based Strategies
In this episode, strengths-based consultant and international speaking champion, Tre’ Gammage explains how leaders leverage their strengths to reduce staff conflict, set clear goals, and eliminate previously unseen weaknesses. Here are Tre's sites: strengthsbasedtraining.com tregammage.com
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Sharing Our Stories: The Power of the M.I.L.K. Writing System
This episode features the prolific best-selling author and educator, Dr. Oliver T. Reid. He introduces us to some new terms, like “literary equity.” He’s written over 2 dozen books and won multiple awards. So tolerate Daman’s broken microphone and let’s learn together!
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The Power of Math Education: From the Classroom to Consultancy
In this episode of the BONDCast, we sit down with Okera Hawkins, CEO of Sound Perception Consulting, to explore his journey as an educator, consultant, and proud "girl" dad. With over 20 years of experience, Okera shares his mission to empower math educators through research-based strategies, his...
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Brothers From Different Continents
Mr. Kennedy Donkor, school leader and 2nd Deputy General Secretary of the Ghana National Association of Private Schools, describes the Ghanaian school system at the classroom, school building, and policy levels.
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Promoting Mental and Physical Health
Mr. Lewis Ponzo, Substance Misuse and Mental Health Promotion Director for the state of Georgia, explains how connections between substance abuse prevention, mental health supports, and community fellowship play roles in the education and wellbeing of our youth.
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Success Is a Campaign of Discipline
Mr. Justin Sinclair is a former school leader, current licensure-track therapist, and founder of Epiphany Education. He joined the BONDCast to discuss his transition from big-time college athlete to big-time advocate for wellness in education.
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Reflections From Multiple Levels
Dr. Lorenzo Hughes has excelled in almost every position in which one can serve in education. He joined the BONDCast to share what he’s learned along the way,
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Balancing Purpose, Leadership, and Life
Jason Epting, veteran educator and leader of Avatar Educational Advisements, describes how culturally relevant instruction and leadership enhances student engagement and fosters an atmosphere of inclusivity. Jason also describes several innovative approaches to address diverse learning styles,...
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The Intersection of Education and Christianity
Pastor DaQuan Gibson, the head of the Bible department of a Christian school near Wilmington, Delaware, discusses how his calling to pastorship blends with his mission to teach in ways that maximize his impact on his community.
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Chronicling Success (Video)
Best-selling author, Chip Baker, describes the multiple ways that he chronicles his success, such as his books, experiences as a teacher and coach, books, relationships with education leaders around the country, and popular YouTube channel and podcast: “The Success Chronicles."
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Chronicling Success
Best-selling author, Chip Baker, describes the multiple ways that he chronicles his success, such as his experiences as a teacher and coach, books, relationships with education leaders around the country, and popular YouTube channel and podcast: “The Success Chronicles.”
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Black Male Educators Talk (Video)
Ayodele Harrison of Black Male Educators Talk describes how BMEs Talk fosters the personal development, professional growth, and economic mobility of Black men working across the education sector.
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Black Male Educators Talk
Ayodele Harrison, the leader of Black Male Educators Talk, shares how BMEs Talk fosters the personal development, professional growth and economic mobility of Black men working across the education sector.
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No More Broken Black Boys (Bobby Morgan)
Long-time NJ school leader, Bobby Morgan, explains how he creates inclusive, culturally responsive, and transformational learning environments that counteract the messages that Black boys receive about themselves. He also encourages Black boys and men to consider the ways that humility…
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No More Broken Black Boys (Bobby Morgan)
Long-time NJ school leader, Bobby Morgan, explains how he creates inclusive, culturally responsive, and transformational learning environments that counteract the messages that Black boys receive about themselves. He also encourages Black boys and men to consider the ways that humility…
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Resistance Through Liberation Video (Dr. Frederick Engram)
Dr. Frederick Engram, Assistant Professor of Higher Education at Fairleigh Dickinson University, shares his inspiration for—and insights from--his book, “Black Liberation Through Action and Resistance: MOVE.”
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Resistance Through Liberation (Dr. Frederick Engram)
Dr. Frederick Engram, Assistant Professor of Higher Education at Fairleigh Dickinson University, shares his inspiration for—and insights from--his book, “Black Liberation Through Action and Resistance: MOVE.”
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Musical Inspirations (Mr. Sean McClure)
In this episode, we’re talking with Sean McClure, the Senior Program Coordinator for the Center for Research Engagement and Collaboration in African American Life as well as the project manager for the Slavery, Race and Memory Project at Wake Forest University. Sean explains how educators can…
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Education as Liberty (Mr. Jeremy Fuller)
In this episode, we talk to Mr. Jeremy Fuller, a professional learning facilitator in Metro Atlanta. Mr. Fuller shares about empowering Black boys through a combination of literacy and liberty.
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STEM is Just the Beginning (Dr. Richard Warren)
In this episode, we talk to Dr. Richard Warren, the Hazel Professor of Education at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Dr. Warren tells us how he channeled his passion for STEM education into a recruitment tool for current students, future teachers, and culturally responsive educational...
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We Will All Rise (Dr. Mark Nash, Mr. Ricardo O. Neal)
In this episode, we’re talking with Dr. Mark Nash, Sr. and Mr. Ricardo O. Neal of We Will All Rise, dedicated to increasing rates of college completion and classroom representation of Black and Brown men. Dr. Nash and Mr. Neal explain how they banded together to support the college completion of...
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Mentorship that Inspires Future Mentors (Mr. Nathaniel Smith)
In this episode, we talk to Mr. Nathaniel Smith, Director of NYC Men Teach at CUNY Queens College. Mr. Smith explains how role models, mentors, and goal-setting strategies compelled him beyond temporary obstacles, and he talks about how those experiences inspired him to be a mentor to others. You...
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Leaders Who Successfully Interrupt Inequities (Dr. Troy Boddy)
In this episode, we’re talking with Dr. Troy Boddy, CEO of the East Coast Racial Equity Group and the Co-Director of the Sandy Spring Slave Museum and African Art Gallery. Troy will point out some of the equity-related patterns he sees in schools and corporations, and he’ll identify…
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The Cultural Lens of a Latino Administrator (Mr. Heber Paredes)
In this episode, we talk to Mr. Heber Paredes, an assistant principal in Fairfax County Public Schools in Virginia. Mr. Paredes explains how he leverages his own cultural background to support the community he serves. You can get in touch with Mr. Paredes via [email protected] and @hjparedes1...
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Equity-Focused School Leadership in Florida (Mr. Otis Kitchen II)
In this episode, we’re talking with Mr. Otis Kitchen, principal of Town and Country Elementary School in Hillsborough County School Systems in Florida. Mr. Kitchen shares how he leverages his background in college sports to become a positive, equity-focused school leader in Florida. You can find...
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“Edupreneurial” Principles for Leadership (Dr. Ian Buchanan)
In this episode, we’re talking with Dr. Ian Buchanan CEO of Nia Education Group, a coaching and consulting firm dedicated to helping great leaders become their greatest leadership selves. Ian reflects on some of his experiences as an “edupreneur” and explains how the principles that he’s learned...
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Brotherly Connections that Last (Mr. Max Brooks & Mr. Javaris Powell)
In this episode, we’re talking with Mr. Max Brooks and Mr. Javaris Powell. The gentlemen share how their longstanding friendship not only keeps them mentally healthy, but it keeps them in the profession of education. You can connect with Mr. Brooks via @MaxBrooks1 on X, and you can connect with…
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Introducing Blerd Culture (Mr. Charles Alexander)
In this episode, we’re talking with Mr. Charles Alexander, English Language Arts Instructional Specialist with Montgomery County Schools in Maryland. Charles teaches us about Blerd (Black Nerd) Culture. If you’ve never heard of Blerd Culture, you’ll find this pretty interesting, and we’re sure...
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"Becoming" is Greater than "Being" (Dr. Hassan Brown)
In this episode, we talk to Dr. Hassan Brown is the Chief Executive Officer of Career Catalyst, an education technology initiative designed to cultivate confidence in young people of color to pursue professional STEM opportunities. Dr. Brown explains how his wide range of interests and…
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The Critical Role of Affinity Spaces (Mr. Tim Garcia)
In this episode, we talk with Mr. Tim Garcia, diversity, equity, and inclusion practitioner and author of Bailey Bear Goes to Work, a children’s book that centers the childhood exploration of identity, systems, structures, allyship and community engagement. Mr. Garcia shares how affinity groups…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The BONDcast is a space for conversations related to the The Building Our Network of Diversity (BOND) Project, which is committed to advancing efforts to recruit, develop, support, empower, and retain male educators of color. The BOND Project demonstrates its commitment through professional enrichment, mentoring, scholarship, and fellowship activities for educators across the country.CONNECT:[email protected]
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