PODCAST · news
Dismantling the Ivory Tower
by Elijah Jagne, Dr. Clifford C. Meeks
"Dismantling the Ivory Tower" is an engaging and informative student-run podcast, created in partnership with and operating out of Portland Community College's Multicultural Center. Hosted by Elijah Jagne, a Multicultural Center student leader and alum of the Men of Color Leadership Program (MoCLP) , and co-hosted by Dr. Clifford C. Meeks, Coordinator of the MoCLP, the podcast aims to foster meaningful conversations around the topics of identity, diversity, and the historical context of structural racism and bias within higher education institutions. One of the primary objectives of "Dismantling the Ivory Tower" is to promote the Multicultural Center and the MoCLP. The podcast emphasizes the importance of these essential programs and their work in fostering a more inclusive and supportive campus environment for underrepresented students. In addition, the show seeks to provide listeners with valuable information about general PCC events. By keeping the audience up-to-date
Episodes
-
Episode 8: Versatile Victories with Marcus Lattimore
In this episode of 'Dismantling The Ivory Tower,' hosts Elijah Jagne and Dr. Clifford C. Meeks welcome Marcus Lattimore, a former top-ranked running back whose career took an unexpected turn into the realm of poetry. Once hailed as a football sensation, Lattimore shares his remarkable journey of...
-
Episode 7: A Public Enemy's Perspective with Professor Griff
Join Elijah Jagne and Dr. Clifford C. Meeks on this exciting episode of 'Dismantling The Ivory Tower,' featuring the legendary Professor Griff of Public Enemy. As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, Griff delves into the intricate process of creating Public Enemy's unique and…
more -
Episode 6: Beats, Bars, and Bridges with Olmeca
In this insightful episode of 'Dismantling The Ivory Tower,' Elijah Jagne and Dr. Clifford C. Meeks engage in a compelling conversation with Olmeca, a revered LatinX hip-hop artist. As we commemorate hip-hop's 50th anniversary, Olmeca reflects on the profound influence this genre and culture have...
-
Episode 5: Rhythmic Revolution with Jasiri X
In this episode of 'Dismantling The Ivory Tower,' hosts Elijah Jagne and Dr. Clifford C. Meeks sit down with renowned hip-hop artist and activist, Jasiri X. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of hip hop, Jasiri X delves into the evolution of the genre, its social impact, and its significant role in...
-
Episode 4: Scratching the Surface with Davey D and DJ Kuttin Kandi
Join hosts Elijah Jagne and Dr. Clifford C. Meeks for this captivating episode of 'Dismantling The Ivory Tower,' where we celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop with pioneering voices, DJ Kuttin Kandi and Davey D. Kandi, a trailblazing woman in the DJ scene, reflects on the evolution of…
more -
Episode 3: Redefining Spaces of Knowledge with Dr. Khalid El-Hakim
Join hosts Elijah Jagne and Dr. Clifford C. Meeks as they welcome Dr. Khalid El-Hakim, founder of the Black History 101 Mobile Museum, on 'Dismantling The Ivory Tower.' El-Hakim shares his journey from being a social studies teacher to a nationally recognized advocate for preserving Black history...
-
Episode 2: Shattering Ceilings with Dr. Adrien Bennings
In the second episode of 'Dismantling the Ivory Tower', hosts Elijah Jagne and Dr. Clifford C. Meeks sit down with Dr. Adrien Bennings, the first black female president of Portland Community College (PCC).In this enlightening conversation, they discuss her journey to the presidency, the obstacles...
-
An Introduction
An introduction to the Dismantling the Ivory Tower podcast featuring Elijah Jagne and Dr. Clifford C. Meeks.
We're indexing this podcast's transcripts for the first time — this can take a minute or two. We'll show results as soon as they're ready.
No matches for "" in this podcast's transcripts.
No topics indexed yet for this podcast.
Loading reviews...
ABOUT THIS SHOW
"Dismantling the Ivory Tower" is an engaging and informative student-run podcast, created in partnership with and operating out of Portland Community College's Multicultural Center. Hosted by Elijah Jagne, a Multicultural Center student leader and alum of the Men of Color Leadership Program (MoCLP) , and co-hosted by Dr. Clifford C. Meeks, Coordinator of the MoCLP, the podcast aims to foster meaningful conversations around the topics of identity, diversity, and the historical context of structural racism and bias within higher education institutions.
One of the primary objectives of "Dismantling the Ivory Tower" is to promote the Multicultural Center and the MoCLP. The podcast emphasizes the importance of these essential programs and their work in fostering a more inclusive and supportive campus environment for underrepresented students.
In addition, the show seeks to provide listeners with valuable information about general PCC events. By keeping the audience up-to-date
HOSTED BY
Elijah Jagne, Dr. Clifford C. Meeks
Loading similar podcasts...